Niche Zero vs Eureka Atom 75 | Is there really a noticeable difference in taste?

About this Video

• Video Title: Niche Zero vs Eureka Atom 75 | Is there really a noticeable difference in taste?
• Channel: XICups
• Speakers: The video features one main speaker and a friend who participates in the blind taste test. The speaker's name is not explicitly mentioned in the transcript.
• Duration: 00:19:07

Introduction

This video compares the Niche Zero and Eureka Atom 75 grinders, focusing on whether there's a perceptible difference in coffee taste produced by each. The presenter prepares pour-over and espresso drinks using both grinders and conducts blind taste tests to evaluate the results.

Key Takeaways

• Grinder Differences: The Eureka Atom 75 is a flat burr grinder with high RPM (1400 RPM), while the Niche Zero uses a conical burr with low RPM (330 RPM). These differences potentially affect flavor extraction.
• Grind Speed: The Eureka Atom 75 grinds significantly faster than the Niche Zero.
• Grind Uniformity: The Eureka Atom 75 produced a more uniform grind than the Niche Zero, observable by the lack of fine particles.
• Blind Taste Test Results: In the blind taste test, the participants correctly identified the pour-over coffee made with the Niche Zero as having more floral and fruity notes, and the espresso from the Niche Zero as having a more mellow flavor profile compared to the Eureka Atom 75, which had brighter acidity.
• Overall Preference: The speaker slightly preferred the Niche Zero's coffee flavor in both the pour-over and espresso tests, but acknowledged that preference is subjective. The Eureka Atom 75 was deemed preferable for those who prefer nutty and chocolatey notes in their coffee.