CafeSing ORCA go Flat Burr Manual Coffee Grinder

Makes me feel classy and colonial at the same time. Well engineered and can dial in the perfect grind. Plus the action helps wake me up before the caffeine hit.

Buenos materiales, robusto, fácil de manipular, y la calidad es alta

I'm fairly new to espresso making and have been using a budget hand grinder for the past few months with poor results and I did not know why. After trying this model, I was absolutely stunned by the difference a grinder can make. I just love this thing and everything about it. It is made exceptionally well and high quality in every aspect. I love the design and the very substantial feel in my hand. It's solid. It's extremely easy to use and has more than enough grind settings. I've never had a grinder before that grinds my coffee beans down to powder, this is just amazing to me. Everything fits and moves precisely. It does take some time to complete your grind though, roughly 1.5 minutes to 3 minutes per 15-18g of coffee beans. I did notice there is some retention on the bottom cup though, which is always around the outside edge. Its not a significant amount but enough to notice. I remedy this by giving it a few taps to loosen it up and it will fall right out into my portafilter. The grind settings are way more than enough and I spent a few cups of espresso trying to dial in the right grind size. I did also notice that you will likely need to change the grind setting for different roasts due to the different size and hardness of the beans. I also make a lot of pour over coffee but find that this doesn't do great for bigger coarser grinds needed for pour overs. For pour overs, I find this is overkill since medium to coarse grinds are the optimal size. For espresso beans, I have never used a better grinder and so happy with the quality and ease of using this model. My only issue with this is that its pretty easy to turn the grind settings by accident when grinding or handling. Its easy to twist the upper portion where the adjustment is. Just be aware of where your holding it and it is avoidable but not a big issue for me. Well worth the money!

My coffee journey began about 15 years ago when I got tired of stale coffee. I have been roasting my own beans ever since. Though the years I have owned way too many coffee grinders. Manual hand grinders like this one are what I prefer. This flat burr manual grinder from CafeSing is definately one of the better grinders for espresso out there. It is not all perfect though. Here are my thoughts and experiences with the grinder as I have used it for the past week.THE GOOD- First, the grinder is VERY robust. It is built extremely well. Seriously, it is a peace of precision and heavy duty engineering. It feels like a tank and should hold up just fine under even the busiest of workloads.- Outer adjustment ring! It works well and makes adjustments so very simple and repeatable!!!- It produces a very even and clean grind. Very consistent. The espressos taste very clean and very predictable.- There is a wide range of grind adjustments which all are fine enough for espresso. Usually I start with the grind size on 2 and then I adjust a notch or two finer or coarser to dial in the shot.- The grinder is easy enough to turn.- The rubber bands around the body that are for grip can easily be removed for better aesthetics. I prefer it this way, but your taste may be different.- The bottom catch-cup is perfectly sized to dump grinds into a standard 58mm portafilter basket. So great for professionals and for the enthusiasts with high-end prosumer machines. If you are a Breville / Sage user then you will need a funnel as your baskets are only 54mm. Delonghi baskets are just 51mm! Which brings us to the first negative….THE BAD- Most home barista’s will find that the catch cup is too large to easily dump the grinds into their portafilter. Not a problem, just use a funnel if your basket is smaller than 58mm.- This flat burr grinder works best for espresso, mocha pot or Turkish coffee. It certainly can grind large enough for other brew methods but it will not do as well as other types of burrs. If you want a flatt burr for your pour-overs then get the grinder from CafeSing with the Ghost Burr.- The coffee is almost too clean tasting for my preference. There is something about the more variety of particle sizes that bring more depth to an espresso shot. For this reason, I slightly prefer some of my other grinders with a large diameter conical burr. Again, this is just a slight preference and most will find that this flat burr from Cafesing far superior for espresso than the typical grinder.- It did take a full two minutes of hand grinding for a 16 gram shot!CONCLUSIONIn the end, this is a fantastic grinder. If you need something portable to use for espressos then this is absolutely fantastic. It will do the job nicely, predictably and it should last for ever. Personally, I have mixed feelings about it. I am so glad that the CafeSing is in my arsenal of grinders but I probably will only use it occasionally like with a very light roast. Yet with light roasts, this grinder produces a shot that is clean, crisp and delicious.

Ended up returning this because there is not marking for coarseness level and the grind was extremely inconsistent. One shot would pull really runny, I would make a minimal adjustment and the next shot would barely drip.

This is a high quality grinder, both looks like it and works like it! I've been able to dial in the grind size for french press, pour over, as well as espresso. As with all manual grinders I've tried, the grinding time gets longer as the grind size gets finer, but that's to be expected. Regardless, once dialed in the grind size stays consistent. I'd recommend this grinder.

This flat burr manual coffee grinder is a beautifully crafted and highly functional tool for coffee enthusiasts who appreciate freshly ground beans. As someone who roasts my own coffee at home, I wanted a portable grinding solution for my office, and this grinder has exceeded my expectations.The grinder's build quality is exceptional. It feels solid and well-made, and its sleek design makes it an attractive addition to my desk. The flat burrs produce a remarkably consistent and fine grind, perfect for espresso or other brewing methods requiring precise particle size.It's important to note that achieving a very fine grind requires some time and effort, as is typical with manual grinders. Expect to spend a minute or so grinding for a single serving of espresso. However, the quality of the grind and the control it offers over the process make the effort worthwhile.Overall, this flat burr manual coffee grinder is a top-notch choice for coffee lovers who value quality, portability, and control over their grind. The exceptional build quality, beautiful design, and ability to produce a fine, consistent grind make it a highly recommended tool for both home and office use. It's a pleasure to use and produces excellent results.