Does this machine grind for Turkish coffee?
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The grinder settings provide a wide range of options for how fine you want to grind your beans. When we received our grinder, the finest song was still to course for our espresso machine. I was about to send it back, but then I read the manual. There is an easy way to remove the setting dial and adjust the burrs manually. That adjustment can significantly change the range covered by the adjustment dial. It took a bit of experimentation, but now we get a very fine grind with a dial setting of 7 out of a possible 10. This is an extraordinarily versatile and well built machine. I have never made Turkish coffee, but I would be amazed if there is any grind you want that this machine cannot deliver.
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Olga: This unit did not hold up to my grinding needs. I use a fine setting with dark, oily beans, and this grinder could not handle it. The company even admitted that it wouldn't, yet refused me a refund. If you use a lighter bean, it will probably work for you. I'm unfamiliar with Turkish style coffee, and I can't tell just how fine this grinder goes, but its range seemed to be quite adequate, (assuming darker beans aren't used.)I've been using the Baratza Encore for many months. It does not buckle under when I use a fine grind with dark beans; I recommend it, and it sells for a few dollars less than the Capresso. My review of the Capresso, "Do you like a dark roast and fine grind? Beware!" may be helpful. Olga: This unit did not hold up to my grinding needs. I use a fine setting with dark, oily beans, and this grinder could not handle it. The company even admitted that it wouldn't, yet refused me a refund. If you use a lighter bean, it will probably work for you. I'm unfamiliar with Turkish style coffee, and I can't tell just how fine this grinder goes, but its range seemed to be quite adequate, (assuming darker beans aren't used.)I've been using the Baratza Encore for many months. It does not buckle under when I use a fine grind with dark beans; I recommend it, and it sells for... » Read More Olga: This unit did not hold up to my grinding needs. I use a fine setting with dark, oily beans, and this grinder could not handle it. The company even admitted that it wouldn't, yet refused me a refund. If you use a lighter bean, it will probably work for you. I'm unfamiliar with Turkish style coffee, and I can't tell just how fine this grinder goes, but its range seemed to be quite adequate, (assuming darker beans aren't used.)I've been using the Baratza Encore for many months. It does not buckle under when I use a fine grind with dark beans; I recommend it, and it sells for a few dollars less than the Capresso. My review of the Capresso, "Do you like a dark roast and fine grind? Beware!" may be helpful. « Show Less
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No, I have only used it for coffee. I think that grinding moist substances, like ginger and garlic, would not work well unless it was fully loaded. I wouldn't do this with my mine.
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This machine does not grind the coffee beans. You must use a separate grinder.
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Not to be a putz, knowing the very common reference, but there is nothing particularly 'French' about a coffee press... that I know of. Now to address your question... in my wandering, round-a-bout manner. After being delightfully introduced to pressed coffee years (and years) ago, I dove into learning all about it and testing out each bit of info I encountered. Like most things one might obsess about, I determined there is a range of 'truth' about such things and the final answer is what your needs and tastes are. The accepted, simple answer is, like the other comments, a medium to larger grind, not fine as in an espresso grind, used in your Moka pot. This is to avoid grounds appearing in ones cup of Joe or clogging it up. Personally, I do not get lost in it anymore, nor do I mind a stray bit of coffee... in my coffee cup. I grind my coffee beans in a low-rent electric grinder and just eyeball what's about right and it seems to work. I also use some pre-ground, grocery store, bag coffee when time is pressing (no pun intended) and no problems arise. Keeping in mind that I have enjoyed Turkish coffee, but would have to 'man-up' to prepare and drink it every day. Anywho, I suggest you play around and find what works for you, initially avoiding espresso grind, without worrying about a press pot mishap. A press pot is simple device and soon will become an automatic ritual. Feel blessed you chose an all stainless steel pot (unbreakable, unless you have a gorilla in service) coffee press... the glass pots will break... just because you look at it funny. Best wishes on easily making & enjoying an excellent coffee every day... while the uninitiated continue to drink swill or throw money and time at their local coffee shop barista.
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I don't drink coffee so I don't know about that. But it will grind nuts. Read the review on CNET.http://reviews.cnet.com/blenders-juicers/ninja-ultima-blender-bl810/4505-17881_7-35828619-2.html
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Not in my experience for that type of coffeemakers. But you can't compare it to a proffesional mashine. Chears.
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I'm not sure but after reading the previous comments, I guess it does. My husband has been trying to get me to get one for the past couple of years and I am so glad we finally did it! I love this machine!!!! Great coffee! We found a good local roaster La Columbe and had fun trying the different settings!
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It can grind coffee, but I would not recommend it. It is too big and powerful for that. Unless you want to grind 10 pounds at a time.
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I am not sure what "turkish" style coffee is but I just set my mill on the finest grind and it is finer than pre ground black pepper by twice.
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Yes, it will grind roasted coffee which is dry. I believe it will grind corn to since it to is usually dry.
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I believe your grind is not fine enough. I use the grinder in the grocery store and put the setting on espresso or Turkish (the finest).
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It works fine for coarse grinds. We do both fine and much less fine for coffee maker.
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I love it because I need fine ground for turkish coffee. It is not like powder but fairly close to it.
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Yes. Works the same as a standard no-grind coffeemaker. There is a selector button to turn off the grind function
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With all due respect, as a real coffee drinker instant coffee does not even come in my house. You need a fine grind absolutely not the ground coffee for a regular old coffee machine; water just runs through the grains rather than sit on it and slowly drip through. It's needs to be fine (not Turkish coffee fine but close). You can buy any coffee you like, Joe's brand or Starbucks, whatever. I buy the Seattle Mountain brand Colombian Supremo at Costco. It's a 100% Arabica bean. Excellent. Also comes in decaf if you so desire. Grind at Costco machines at "fine" setting, I believe 4 steps away from the left. I'm pretty picky about my coffee because I drink only 3 small cups a day so it has to be good! Good luck. Also' I vacuum pack and freeze my coffee as as I get home since I'm the only coffee drinker in this house. I make bags of approx. 250gr (about 8 oz) and keep in freezer. I keep the "in use" coffee in airtight container.
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Based on what I know about Turkish coffee drinkers, myself included :) is, that even though we drink the coffee from the "tiny cups" it's customary to pour another" tiny one" after the first one..., so you would be better of with 24 oz. But, if that reason does not pursue you there is another one...when you cook Turkish coffee, the coffee will boil over in 12 oz one, or at least the level of coffee will rise right before its done, so 12 oz might overflow :) Enjoy it!!!!