Specs
| Adjustment | Turn the hopper to click finer or coarser. The printed French press, filter and AeroPress zones are fairly accurate. It can't do espresso 0:30 |
Starting settings
There's no number to share. In one comparison it was set to match an Encore for the same batch brew strength 2:01.
| Method | Setting | Context | Confidence | By | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batch | matched to Encore for equal strength (no number given) | 750 ml batch on a Wilfa batch brewer | approx | Hoffmann | 2:01 |
Cup profile
- Very similar to a Baratza Encore at the same strength. Sieving found almost identical fines below 400 and 250 µm 0:00 4:28.
Strengths
- Good value and solid, with a separate timer. It got through 30 g in about half the Encore's time 0:30 0:00.
Weaknesses
- The catch bin is awkward and gathers static, and it's louder than comparable Baratzas 0:30.
Verdict
2017: great value for filter, and he preferred it to the Encore for its design and price 0:30 0:00.
Sources
- James Hoffmann: Grinder Review: Wilfa Svart (2017-03-19)
- James Hoffmann: Grinder Showdown: Wilfa Svart vs Baratza Encore (2017-03-30)
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Dialling in from here
- Sour, thin or fast? Grind finer. Why coffee tastes sour
- Bitter, dry or slow? Grind coarser. Why coffee tastes bitter
- Espresso: how to dial in. Filter: pour-over grind size.
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