The truth is that the grinder is just as important as the coffee machine when it comes to making a great cup of coffee so try not to cut corners and go with the best. We like the i-mini because it's made with steel burrs so your beans get a uniform grind which equals a better extraction, hence the perfect crema. The i-mini is made of high-quality materials and fit for a barista making it one of the best home grinders out there. It's quite similar to the : all of the components are the same, just different bodies. Having your own grinder is just awesome because you can switch the day up: in the morning and café Cubano in the afternoon.
The i-mini body is manufactured in aluminum and polished by hand. The cast aluminum and brass grinding chamber produce professional results and enhanced noise reduction when compared to grinders that utilize plastics in the chamber. The 54mm hardened steel burrs are engineered for professional espresso and longevity.
PRO TIP: This grinder has a high retention rate so to keep your morning grind peaceful, make sure the grinder is powered on and the burrs are spinning when making finer grind adjustments.
We think of Ascaso as that high-quality brand that makes retro-inspired espresso machines in fun colors to compliment your kitchen and glorious professional machines for bars and cafés. Based out of Barcelona Spain, Ascaso was born from a man who spent the first 10 years of his career manufacturing spare parts for espresso machines so it was only natural that he borrowed this deep knowledge of the working components to make espresso machines. All Ascaso equipment is handcrafted with special attention to detail using high-quality materials. The final product is thoroughly tested for quality assurance passing a 25 point inspection: that's passion for making good espresso. Your morning routine just got more reliable and a bit more cooler.
Manufacturer | Ascaso |
Width | 5 inches |
Depth | 9.5 inches |
Height | 14 inches with hopper installed |
Watts | 250W |
Volts | 120V |
Programmability | Manually adjusted grind |
Case Material | Aluminum |
Grinder Chamber | Brass and Cast Aluminum |
Burrs | 54mm hardened steel w/ 1323lb service life (600kg) |
Hopper Capacity | 250 grams |
RPM | 700 |
Weight | 7.7 pounds |
Auto Shut Off | N/A |
Auto On | N/A |