What’s the difference between a burr and a blade grinder?

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QUESTION: What’s the difference between a burr and a blade grinder?

anonymous asks (1 year ago)

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RobertG answers (1 year ago)

Experts will tell you that a burr grinder is preferable to a blade grinder because it crushes the beans between two metal wheels as oppose to chopping them with a high speed blade. The heat involved with a blade grinder can give the beans a subtle “burnt” flavor.

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Jura / Capresso 565.01 Electric Burr Grinder

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Nutrifocus answers (1 year ago)

A blade grinder uses a metal blade to chop up the beans. They are inexpensive and for basic use. They can leave you with coffee grounds that are unevenly chopped.
A burr grinder crushes the beans and gives a more consistent grind.