Baratza Maestro
- Grind range
- 0–810 µm
- Per click
- ≈20.25 µm
- Adjustment
- 40 clicks
- Brew methods
- 8
At its coarsest it reaches about 810 µm, so 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 | 1-9 |
| Moka Pot | Fine-medium | 300–400 µm | 9-23 |
| AeroPress | Medium-fine | 400–700 µm | 7-37 |
| Pour Over (V60) | Medium-fine | 450–650 µm | 11-25 |
| Siphon | Medium | 500–700 µm | 10-29 |
| Drip / Batch | Medium | 600–800 µm | 6-34 |
| French Press | Coarse | 900–1200 µm | 25-40 |
| Cold Brew | Extra coarse | 1000–1400 µm | 30-40 |
About the Baratza Maestro
The Baratza Maestro is an electric grinder with stepped adjustment. At its coarsest it reaches about 810 µm, so French Press and Cold Brew sit partly beyond its range. Each click moves the grind by roughly 20.25 µm.
Baratza Maestro — frequently asked questions
Is the Baratza Maestro a manual or electric grinder?
The Baratza Maestro is an electric grinder.
What grind setting should I use for Espresso on the Baratza Maestro?
For espresso on the Baratza Maestro, start around 1-9 clicks — roughly 200–300 µm — then adjust to taste.
How much does each click change the grind on the Baratza Maestro?
Each click on the Baratza Maestro changes the grind by about 20.25 microns, so you can dial in small steps.
What grind sizes can the Baratza Maestro produce?
The Baratza Maestro grinds from about 0 to 810 µm, covering 8 of the brew methods we chart.
Can I copy grind settings from another grinder to the Baratza Maestro?
Not directly — every grinder's scale is arbitrary, so a number that works on one model won't match the Baratza Maestro. Match the micron range instead, using the chart above.