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Comandante Grinder FAQs | Where is Click Zero? A Guide on Dialling-in your Comandante Grinder.
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Comandante Grinder FAQs | Where is Click Zero? A Guide on Dialling-in your Comandante Grinder.

Where to Find Click Zero for Coffee Grinding?

Importance of Click Zero

  • Click zero is essential for achieving a consistent grind size when making coffee, allowing you to recreate the perfect cup.
  • It serves as a reference point for adjusting the grind setting, ensuring precision in coffee preparation.

Defining Click Zero

  • Click zero is identified as the first position where the grinder's handle stops falling without forcing it closed.
  • This position indicates that the burrs are just touching, providing a reliable starting point for adjustments.

Adjusting Grind Settings

  • To adjust the grind size, count clicks from click zero; for example, moving to 10 clicks means turning anti-clockwise ten times from zero.
  • The click system ensures repeatability over time, meaning that settings will remain consistent across different uses and years.

Specific Grind Settings

  • For brewing methods like V60, a recommended starting point is 25 clicks from click zero.
  • One full rotation of the grinder handle equals 12 clicks; thus, reaching 25 involves counting through multiple rotations.

Conclusion and Encouragement

  • Understanding these settings enhances your coffee-making experience and encourages experimentation with different brews. Happy grinding!
Video description

Being able to easily repeat a great tasting brew means (among other things) choosing the right grind setting. To do that, you need to know what your grind setting is, and know how to get there! In this video, Joe shows you his definition of Click Zero - the reliable reference point from which you can track and set your grinder. **Note: Joe says the word 'perfect' a lot in this video. By this, he means the best setting for YOUR coffee, YOUR water, YOUR recipe and YOUR tastebuds. The 'perfect' setting is the one that tastes best to you, so you should always consider recommendations as a starting point, from which you can dial in for your tastebuds. Here are our recommendations for a starting point - make sure to adjust to suit your setup and taste preferences!! - 5–8 Clicks for Cezve/Ibrik - 8–15 Clicks for espresso - 15–20 Clicks for a stovetop moka pot - 20–35 Clicks for pour over, AeroPress, French press - 30+ Clicks for Cupping and French Press. We encourage you to share your recommendations and recipes in the comments below! Check out our other videos for more tips, and hit subscribe to stay tuned for more coming soon! You can find more helpful tips in the meantime over on our website: http://www.comandantegrinder.com/faq.html Thanks for watching!