This video compares the built-in grinder of the Breville Barista Express espresso machine to the Niche Zero coffee grinder, focusing on their performance in producing espresso shots. The host performs a live, unedited comparison, highlighting grind quality and shot extraction using a bottomless portafilter.
Niche Zero Grinder Performance: The Niche Zero consistently produced high-quality grinds, resulting in excellent espresso shots with even extraction and beautiful crema. The host finds it particularly well-suited for milk-based drinks.
Breville Barista Express Built-in Grinder Performance: The Breville's built-in grinder, when properly maintained (burr replacement yearly recommended), also produced good espresso shots. The host notes that performance is dependent on bean type, working best with medium to light-medium roasts.
Grind Quality Comparison: The host conducts a blind taste test and cannot definitively distinguish between the espresso produced by the two grinders. Both produced high-quality results.
Grinder Burr Maintenance: The video emphasizes the importance of regular burr replacement for the Breville's built-in grinder for optimal performance. The host demonstrates how to check the burr sharpness.
Additional Grinder Recommendations: The host mentions the DF64 grinder as a potential competitor to the Niche Zero, and discusses his top three hand grinders (for various brew methods).
