Baratza Encore ESP
- Grind range
- 0–800 µm
- Per click
- ≈20 µm
- Adjustment
- 40 clicks
- Brew methods
- 9
At its coarsest it reaches about 800 µm, so Chemex, French Press, and Cold Brew sit partly beyond its range.
Settings by brew method
| Brew method | Grind descriptor | Grind size | Clicks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso | Fine | 200–300 µm | 1-10.5 |
| Moka Pot | Fine-medium | 300–400 µm | 10-16 |
| AeroPress | Medium-fine | 400–700 µm | 10-23 |
| Pour Over (V60) | Medium-fine | 450–650 µm | 16-22.5 |
| Siphon | Medium | 500–700 µm | 13-27 |
| Drip / Batch | Medium | 600–800 µm | 18-26.5 |
| Chemex | Medium-coarse | 700–900 µm | 35-40 |
| French Press | Coarse | 900–1200 µm | 28-35 |
| Cold Brew | Extra coarse | 1000–1400 µm | 32-40 |
About the Baratza Encore ESP
The Baratza Encore ESP is an electric grinder with 40 mm conical burrs and stepped adjustment. At its coarsest it reaches about 800 µm, so Chemex, French Press, and Cold Brew sit partly beyond its range. Each click moves the grind by roughly 20 µm.
Baratza Encore ESP — frequently asked questions
Is the Baratza Encore ESP a manual or electric grinder?
The Baratza Encore ESP is an electric grinder with 40 mm conical burrs.
What grind setting should I use for Espresso on the Baratza Encore ESP?
For espresso on the Baratza Encore ESP, start around 1-10.5 clicks — roughly 200–300 µm — then adjust to taste.
How much does each click change the grind on the Baratza Encore ESP?
Each click on the Baratza Encore ESP changes the grind by about 20 microns, so you can dial in small steps.
What grind sizes can the Baratza Encore ESP produce?
The Baratza Encore ESP grinds from about 0 to 800 µm, covering 9 of the brew methods we chart.
Can I copy grind settings from another grinder to the Baratza Encore ESP?
Not directly — every grinder's scale is arbitrary, so a number that works on one model won't match the Baratza Encore ESP. Match the micron range instead, using the chart above.