KALEIDO BEANIE

First off, let me start by saying Espresso Outlet's customer service is top notch! My first order arrived, and the grinder stopped working on day 5. I contacted EO and they immediately arranged for me to return it (still had the box) and then shipped me out a new grinder as soon as they got confirmation of it being shipped. A+ Got the new grinder and it's been smooth sailing since. Also, I think the first grinder I received must have been the last from a slightly older lot, because the new one had some very slight differences, like the chute you feed beans into was detachable on the first one, but not on the second.

But on to the grinder review. I upgraded from a Baratza Sette 270wi, and let me just say, there is no comparison. I have the stock espresso burrs on the DF83V, but man are they great. Maybe someday I'll look at fiddling with burrs, but for now I'm really enjoying these. There is so much more nuance to the coffee flavor, it's like I'm discovering great home espresso all over again. This thing is a beast, too. Heavy, feels rock solid, and QUIET. My husband doesn't share my love of coffee. He has always complained about the noise my grinders make in the morning. Two days after using this one, he tells me "I like your new grinder." Me: "You do? Why?" Him: "It's quiet. I can sleep through it in the morning." So take that for what you will.

I also had the chance to use a CF64V prior to this one (a friend's), and while that one also had great clarity and nuance of flavor, clean up with the DF83V is world's easier. I would absolutely recommend this grinder. I think it very likely compares favorably with much more expensive grinders in its grinder class.

this is my 4th coffee from Old Salt Coffee roasters… all four are exceptional… bean selection pairings and roasted just as to what has brought out the best and balanced flavors of each…Old Salt’s Haze Gray, Green Eyes,Silent Service and Brown Shoe each are definitely worth trying… each have their own very unique flavor profiles and are “just right”

This particular roast is spot-on… truly a medium roast that accentuates the balanced flavor in my experimenting this morning with two each of pour-overs and French press in my ESPRO

Whoever designed the packing for this item should get a Nobel Prize. It is packed in a faux-pallet made of cardboard. Incredible. Just day two of ownership so there's some honeymoon effect. But first impressions - bulletproof build. I was a little worried about the strength of the knob but it feels like quality stereo equipment, should easily last a decade. The machine actually performs like the reviews mention.

Love the functionality ! Looks great as well

perfect
made in china..

Very balanced and great taste notes

Great flavor notes in my pour overs

Nice cup both pour over and French press

This is such a great single dose grinder, especially at this price range. Having variable rpm control can really alter the taste of espresso and gives you extra control. It’s well designed and pairs nicely with a wendougee data s. I can’t think of a better option at this pricepoint.

This machine is incredible. It has it all. The aesthetics, performance, quality parts, and ability to create/share custom profiles. I upgraded from a rocket Giotto and wasnt expecting much of a difference in terms of espresso quality but my first shot from the data s blew me away. The app is pretty easy to use and haven’t run into any issues. Overall I highly recommend this machine, you will not be disappointed.