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What can you brew on a 1Zpresso Q2?

The 1Zpresso Q2 reaches the grind size for 9 of 9 brew methods here, with a smallest step of 11.5 µm.

Brew methodSettingFit
Espresso~250 µm0.7.1Steps are small enough to dial in espresso (11.5 µm)
Moka pot~350 µm1.0.1Fits
AeroPress~450 µm1.3.1Fits
V60~560 µm1.6.1Fits
Chemex~700 µm2.0.2Fits
French press~900 µm2.6.1Fits
Kalita Wave~600 µm1.7.2Fits
Cold brew~1100 µm3.2.0Fits
Siphon~650 µm1.9.0Fits

Fit is based on the grinder's scale and step size only. It does not judge burr quality, consistency or build.

Questions

What can I brew on a 1Zpresso Q2?

The 1Zpresso Q2 reaches the grind size for 9 of 9 brew methods here, with a smallest step of 11.5 µm.

Is the 1Zpresso Q2 good for espresso?

Its steps are small, 11.5 µm, so fine adjustment for espresso is workable. As a rule of thumb, espresso is easier to dial in with steps under about 20 µm.

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