Spice Grinders

Some grinders need to be held fast while grinding because they vibrate almost violently while doing their job. Others use a flash switch that needs to be continuously depressed to activate the machine. Not so with the Hamilton Beach Custom Grind Model 80365. Indeed, it is touted as a hands-free coffee and spice grinder.

Model 80365 is a cylindrical grinder with a diameter of approximately 4.8 inches. The casing bulges slightly at its top where the grinding chamber is encased. This chamber is covered by a transparent lid giving you a full view of its contents.

Although intended primarily for grinding coffee beans, this Hamilton Beach grinder is quite capable of processing spices such as peppercorns, cumin, cinnamon, allspice berries, and coriander. And it does its grinding in silence.

A dial on the grinder casing allows the adjustment of the texture of the grounds. The markings above the dial betray the appliance as a coffee grinder. These are “Percolator”, “Drip”, and “Espresso”. The percolator setting produces coarse grounds while espresso is for fine consistencies.

A measuring cup comes with the grinder but again it is marked for coffee making indicating how many cups a certain level of coffee beans can make. The grinding chamber along with the steel blades is removable and is dishwasher-safe.

The 4.8-inch diameter of the Hamilton Beach Custom Grind Model 80365 minimizes its footprint. With a height of 8.3 inches, it is a small kitchen tool that can be left on your counter or work table. With a cord storage area at the base where it could be wound when not in use, it does not clutter your counter.

A lot of coffee grinders have assumed the duty of grinding not only coffee beans but spices as well. One of these is the Krups F203 Electric Blades Grinder. Like its other siblings, the F203 Coffee Grinder and the GX4100, it can grind cinnamon, cumin, peppercorn, coriander, basil, mustard seed, rosemary, and bay laurels.

The F203 Electric Blades Grinder uses stainless steel blades to cut and grind coffee beans and different spices. A 160-watt motor spins the blades effortlessly to come up with either a coarse or fine consistency of the grounds in just a few seconds.

The hopper has a capacity of three ounces. When grinding coffee beans, this would be enough for 15 cups. It has a transparent lid so you can see if you still have enough coffee or spices remaining in it. This lid activates the safety switch, that is, the machine will not run unless the lid is properly closed. This safety feature eliminates the possibility of starting the machine while the hopper is open, or while you are still filling it and your fingers might even be inside.

As the electric grinder measures only 17 cm high, 7.8 wide, and 9.2 deep, it does not occupy a large area on your countertop. You can actually just leave in on your counter as additional décor. With a choice of either black or white, it will definitely complement your other appliances.

The Jura Capresso 503 Cool Grind is a compact grinder that is available in two variations of its housing. One is made of ABS thermoplastic that is colored black, which is a sturdy, rigid, and lightweight material. The other is housed in stainless steel with black accents. Both models look stylish and sleek making them a great addition to your work table or counter.

The Cool Grind uses stainless steel blades to process coffee, spices, or herbs in a grinding bowl that is also made of stainless steel. This bowl can contain as much as a hundred grams. In the case of coffee, this is good for 15 cups. A low-heat 100-watt motor powers the blades for a speedy grind without overheating the grounds. This helps preserve their flavor and nutrients.

Activating the motor is a single push-and-release switch. For a continuous grind, simply push and hold it. For pulse-like grinding, push and release it. The finer you want your grounds, the longer you will have to hold the switch. Holding it for more than 10 seconds, though, is not recommended as this could heat the blades up, adversely affecting your grounds.

You cannot activate the motor unless the see-through safety lid is properly set in place. The quick stopping action of the blades also enhances safety as it stops them from spinning within a second of releasing the switch.

Since the lid is see-through, you can clearly see inside the machine to check the texture of your grounds.

Another convenient feature is the recess at the base of the grinder that serves as a cord storage area. When not in use, simply wind the electric cord around it for a clean and tidy storage.

It weighs less than one kilogram and stands about 20 cm with a diameter of 10 cm.

The Trudeau Graviti Pepper Grinder is a stylish and elegant grinder that harnesses electrical power from six AAA batteries and gravitational forces to make it run. When flipped upside down, the grinder starts working.

Pepper, or any other dry spice, is contained in a clear acrylic tubular hopper that is housed in a plastic casing which could be finished in chrome, black, silver, or red. The upper portion of the acrylic hopper is left uncased so you can check the level of any remaining spice. The case, the hopper, and the grinder all add up to a height of approximately 20 cm.

The Graviti Pepper Grinder consists of a ceramic grinding mechanism that remains free from rust even if moistened with steam when used over a pot of boiling liquid. Also, it sharpens itself guaranteeing a long useful service. The grinders first cut the spices to extract the oil, then grinds them to your desired texture. This maximizes flavor. A knob at the top of the grinding mechanism allows adjustment of the fineness, or coarseness, of the grounds.

Gravity sensors inside the casing detect the position of the grinder. When a certain angle is reached as the grinder is turned upside down, they activate the grinders. As this can be done with only one hand, the other is freed to stir the pot or mix the spice with the food. When done pouring simply turn the grinder back up. The sensors will take care of the rest.

This Italian-made mincer and grinder is a very versatile piece of kitchen tool. It can cut, chop, mince, and puree. It does all these with its stainless steel blades that are spun by a 550-watt motor.

The Miracle Exclusives Mincer & Grinder T30 is cylindrical in shape standing 25 cm tall with a diameter of 16.5 cm. It has a lid made of clear plastic while the rest of its body is in white. Pressing this lid activates the machine. Since it is transparent you can see inside into the milling chamber to check for the grounds’ consistency. The finer you want your grounds, the longer you will need to press the lid.

This system of switching has the advantage of totally eliminating the possibility of starting the machine without the lid on. This means you will never cut your fingers while pouring food into the milling chamber by accidentally turning it on. It also means no food flying all over your kitchen.

When you are satisfied with the fineness of your grounds, simply remove the lid and lift the milling chamber out. This makes dispensing easy, after which you can wash them in your dishwasher. The chamber can accommodate a little over 225 grams.

The Mincer & Grinder T30 can grind spices, seeds, nuts, beans, and even grains to extremely fine textures. It can also mince herbs, vegetable, cheese, and even meat into very fine pieces. Since it can take both dry and oily food, it can make flour, peanut butter, cornmeal, and hummus.

A cord storage compartment is provided at the bottom of the grinder for an uncluttered work table when not in use if you opt to leave it on your work table.

The Toastess Coffee and Spice Grinder features a powerful yet quiet motor that unobtrusively grinds coffee beans and spices while your other appliances whirr and whine in the background. It spins the blade at high speeds thus grinding the beans and spices quickly and uniformly in just a few seconds. It is because of this quick grinding that heat build-up is minimized thereby avoiding burnt grounds.

The TCG-357 grinds coffee beans, allspice, peppercorns, celery seeds, cardamom, coriander seeds, as well as mustard seeds. Simply scoop these into the grinding bowl which holds up to 50 grams of beans and start grinding. The machine’s pulse feature allows you to choose the kind of ground texture you want, from coarse to fine. With a clear plastic domed top, you can see inside the bowl to check if the beans or spices are ground to your satisfaction.

A safety mechanism prevents the machine from operating unless the lid is properly shut. A lock and unlock icon indicates whether the lid is in its right position. This avoids beans and spices flying all over the place if accidentally started before the lid is on.

To keep your table or counter uncluttered, a cord wrap is provided. Standing at a shade over eight inches with a diameter of approximately four inches, the TCG-357 is not a huge appliance. With its brushed stainless steel case that is accented with black plastic, it actually looks sleek. You can leave it standing next to your coffeemaker or spice racks, ready to do its job whenever you run out of coffee or spice grounds.

The Elite Cuisine Coffee and Spice Grinder ETS630B is one several kitchen grinders that was originally designed to effectively and efficiently grind coffee beans but was discovered to just as effective and efficient grinding spices and nuts.

This grinder features stainless steel cutting blades that cuts and crushes coffee beans, spices, and nuts. It can easily process peppercorns, flax seeds, coriander, cinnamon, cumin, and all spice berries in a matter of seconds.

Grinding is easy. All you need to do is pour the coffee beans, spices, or nuts you want to grind into the grinding bowl that can accommodate as much as 36 grams. Close the lid and depress the safety switch to activate the blades. The blades are spun by a 150-watt motor that is housed at the bottom of the grinder. The longer you press the button, the finer your grounds will get.

The grinder stands seven inches. It is cylindrical in shape with a diameter of approximately 4½ inches. Its base is flared, while the lid at the top is domed. It is made of clear plastic allowing you to look into the grinding bowl to check the consistency or texture of the grounds.

This Italian mill grinder is made of ABS thermoplastic making it light, rigid, and impact-resistant. The machine is labeled “Coffee Mill” and, indeed, it does grind coffee beans efficiently to the consistency of your choice. This does not mean, however, that it can only grind coffee beans. It can also grind spices and condiments with an efficiency equal to that with which it grinds coffee beans.

The La Pavoni PA-1403-B features stainless steel blades within a stainless steel chamber that are both guaranteed to last. The chamber is covered with a lid that locks into place thus preventing any accidental opening and spilling of the chamber’s contents. This lid is transparent to allow you to see into the grinding chamber to check the grinding progress.

Grinding is as easy as ABC. Simply scoop in the coffee beans, or spices, or condiments; attach and rotate the lid to lock it; and depress the push-button switch to activate the grinder motor; check the grounds for consistency, and if they are still too coarse for your purposes, press the switch again. Keep doing this until you have reached your desired ground fineness. After grinding, simply wipe the lid and grinding chamber with a damp clean cloth.

The grinder measures 4 x 4 x 7 inches making it a small machine that can be left on your work table or counter top.

The ceramic grinders and the patented multi-grinder design of the Peppermills Supreme Model 2000 guarantees an almost infinite choice of grind adjustments. This tubular mill widens out at the bottom where a scalloped ring can be rotated to set the preferred consistency of the grounds. The ceramic grinders neither rust nor wear out thus they can be expected to last. These can grind peppercorns, sea salt, coriander seed, fennel seed, and anise.

This stylish and ergonomically designed tool features an easy loading chamber that eliminates the need for a funnel or any other type of conduit. A simple twist of the cover of the chamber opens the loading hole. Cleaning is easy although it is suggested that different spices be kept in different mills to avoid mixing their tastes and aroma. Nevertheless, you will need to clean them periodically to avoid food cross-contamination.

A powerful motor allows one-handed operation. This is powered by a rechargeable hydride battery that can last for over a month with average use. There is no need to regularly purchase and dispose of conventional batteries, making it environmentally friendly. As an added feature, its recharging docking station helps keeps spice dust off your table or counter.

The Cuisinart DCG 20 Coffee Grinder, apart from being a handsome addition to your countertop or work table, is a sturdy and durable piece of equipment that can quickly and effectively grind coffee beans, spices, and herbs.

Cusinart offers a choice of three colors –black, white, and red. This allows you to match your grinder with your other appliances. It is tubular in construction with a vertical ribbing at one end. This gives support to the grinder and it is where the on/off button is located. Also, it provides a safe and secure way to hold the machine.

Although this grinder was created to grind coffee beans, it can just as effectively grind spices and herbs such as peppercorn, fennel, parsley, basil, flax, cinnamon, or mustard to name a few.

The beans or spices are processed in a stainless steel bowl with a capacity of 70 grams. Inside the bowl is a blade that cuts and crushes the beans or spices in a matter of seconds. When grinding fine coffee beans for an espresso, all you need is 30 seconds. It is also made of stainless steel. A transparent lid covers the bowl. Pushing the on/off button that is equipped with a safety interlock activates the machine.

For cleaning Cuisinart suggests the use of a damp paper towel to wipe the inside of the stainless steel bowl. The lid, on the other hand, can be washed in warm water or in a dishwasher’s top rack.

When not in use, the cord can be stored in a space at the base of the grinder provided for the purpose. This eliminates clutter on your countertop or work table.