Schnitzer has a line of grain mills intended for different situations. There are electric as well as hand-cranked mills. Among the electric mills are those intended for small-, medium-, and large-sized families. For small families, the Schnitzer Clou Electric Grain Mill is most suited.
The Clou is not only small in terms of stature. Its output is also small. Because of these, it is often thought of as an entry level grain mill. It is meant for those who are just beginning to appreciate that fresh grounds are healthier than commercial grounds, and are still learning the art of grinding.
The footprint of the Clou is not big, being only 6.3 inches wide and 9.5 inches deep. It is not tall either, at slightly over one foot in height. This means that it is perfectly suited for small kitchens.
Its output ranges from 70 grams per minute of fine flour to 250 grams of coarse grounds for the same period. With a hopper that has a capacity of 600 grams, one loading can process enough flour to feed a small family. The hopper can either be made of stainless steel, or wood matching the mill’s maple wood housing that is coated with linseed oil.
Within the housing is the grinding chamber that is equipped with adjustable mill stones enabling you to choose any grounds texture from fine flour to coarse grits. This is done through a sliding adjustment lever at the front of the case just above the spout.
The grinding stones are made of corundum that is bound in ceramic. Unlike steel blades, the stones do not generate enough heat to destroy the nutrients in the grains. Further, the 250-watt motor turns the stones slowly, avoiding the generation of friction thus protecting the grains from heat.