Electric grinder · stainless conical
KitchenAid Burr Coffee Grinder KCG8433
Grind settings chart. Dial: 70 settings, reversed: 1 = coarsest, 70 = finest. The dial runs the opposite way from most grinders: higher numbers are finer. Starting points are the middle of KitchenAid's ranges.
| Method | Start at | Range | Ratio | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso | 63 | 55-70 | 1:2 | Full guide → |
| Drip coffee maker | 45 | 36-54 | 1:16 | Full guide → |
| French press | 13 | 1-24 | 1:15 | Full guide → |
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Where these numbers come from
Settings are starting points. Burrs wear, beans differ and two grinders of the same model can be calibrated a step or two apart. Taste, then adjust.