Toastmaster Coffee Grinder
My New Best Friend in the Kitchen…
Coffee, Spices and More!
If you are like me, I like to brew a fresh cup in the morning. I have both an espresso machine and a coffee drip machine. Both are fantastic and I will bet you love your too. If you are looking to buy the Toastmaster Coffee Grinder then this article is for you. We will review the in’s an out’s of this simple yet effective little tool.
Build and Features
Available in both white and black finishes, the Toastmaster 1119 Coffee Grinder is very easy to use. Just a flick of the simple button and you can be grinding away for your first fresh cup of coffee. Made up of white plastic, the body of the grinder houses the internal motor. Its overall height is about 8 inches and it doesn’t take up a lot of space. It’s really perfect for any kitchenette setting. Another great feature is the top of the grinder. The top cover is clear plastic, which makes is very easy to see the course of the bean you are grinding. I personally like the fine powder, which I use for both my regular cup of coffee and the occasional espresso press. A safety feature built in is the power button which is built in to the cap. This makes its very user friendly not to make any dangerous mistakes.
You are able to grind about 11.5 cubic inches of beans in the grinding chamber. Although not removable, the grinding blades at the bottom of the chamber allows for easy cleaning. I take a paper towel and wipe off after I finish using it. You can also use a toothbrush to help clear away any other residue.
Type of Grinds
Because you can control the duration of the grinding, you can get different size grinds from your beans. If you want to have coarse grinds, which are perfect for French Press, then you just grind the beans for about 10 seconds. If you grind for 25-30 seconds then you can get a very fine coffee powder which is perfect for that rich bold espresso cup. You are are like most everyday users, you will want to aim for the middle like 10-15 seconds. This will give you the perfect mid-grade grind, which works with most coffee drip machines.
After you finish getting your beans to the texture you want, simply release the grinder cap and invert the fresh grinds to your filter or machine.
Works Well for Spices
If you also love to have fresh spices in the kitchen, you can also use Toastmaster 1119 Coffee Grinder to grind your spices. I sometimes like to use whole pieces rosemary and thyme in the grinder to season chicken, or sauces. Its really the perfect tool to help extract all the flavor from herbs and spices.
Overall Conclusion
For the value, the Toastmaster Coffee Grinder would make a great gift idea for someone or for yourself. If you have a coffee lover or chef-at-heart loved one, they will love it. Here are some of the benefits with the grinder:
First of all its easy to use and simple to operate. Its affordable and have a idiot-proof safety feature. Its durable and easy to maintain Here is the only thing I wish was better. I wish it had a longer cord, but the one with the unit is sufficient.
