Baratza Virtuoso Grinder
Last Updated on Monday, 3 May 2010 04:36 Written by bjcoffee Monday, 3 May 2010 04:35
Looking for a great grinder, and want to avoid the problems with most entry level grinders? Then the Baratza Virtuoso Grinder
Baratza is a well respected name in higher-end grinders. If you are looking at a Baratza, expect to pay a little more. But you will get a level of quality and consistency that you won’t find in your average $100 grinder. And the proof is in the grind.
The aptly-named Virtuoso is advertised as a special grinder due to its low motor RPM, between 405 and 495. This means you will get all the benefits of a great burr grinder–low heat, which will leave the grind’s flavor intact; low noise and vibration; and less static, making clean up that much easier.
The Virtuoso is high enough quality that we would rate this unit good enough for use in a coffee shop where you will be grinding regularly. As a commercial user, the price will be a big benefit–as a home user, you will enjoy the level of quality built into the grinder.
We found the Virtuoso lives up to the manufacturer’s hype as a great model that is easy to use and easy to clean. The grind, performed by Baratza’s quality ceramic burrs, is astoundingly even and the flavor of the grounds is rich and undisturbed by heat.
The bottom line–if you have a few extra dollars to spend on a top-notch grinder, you will not be disappointed by the Baratza Virtuoso. It has the right mix of features and quality to keep you satisfied for years.