
Fellow · Coffee & Espresso
Ode Gen 2 Flat Burr Grinder
Upgrade the grinder before the machine. Everyone learns this backwards.
$250–$500
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OXO · Coffee & Espresso
A hundred dollars and burrs rather than blades. This matters more than which machine he buys.
4.6 out of 5
Burrs rather than blades matters more to the finished cup than anything else at this price, and a hundred dollars is where that becomes affordable. Fifteen settings with a dosing timer. Not fine enough for espresso — this is a filter and pour-over grinder.
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Fellow · Coffee & Espresso
Upgrade the grinder before the machine. Everyone learns this backwards.
$250–$500
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Breville · Coffee & Espresso
Grinder, portafilter and steam wand in one machine. The standard first real espresso setup for a reason.
$500–$1,000
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De'Longhi · Coffee & Espresso
The pitcher is what actually decides the microfoam, not the machine. Seventeen ounces is the size that works.
Under $100
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Baratza · Coffee & Espresso
The grinder that ends the 'is it the beans or the machine' question. Buy before upgrading the brewer.
$100–$250
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