Mahlkönig EK43
GrinderElectric flat
Also known as EK 43, Mahlkoenig EK43.
Good for
The grind dial
- Range
- 0–16
- Adjusts
- Stepless
- Smallest step
- 0.25 numbers
- Finer is
- Lower
Starting points
Approximate. Every bean and every grinder unit is a little different: start here, then let your taste decide.
| Method | Usual range | Start at |
|---|---|---|
| Turkish coffee | 0–1 | ~0.5 |
| Espresso | 1–3.5 | ~2.25 |
| Moka pot | 3–5 | ~4 |
| AeroPress | 5–8 | ~6.5 |
| Pour over | 8–11 | ~9.5 |
| Drip machine | 9–12 | ~10.5 |
| Siphon | 7–10 | ~8.5 |
| French press | 11–14 | ~12.5 |
| Cold brew | 12–16 | ~14 |