Grind Size Guide

Micron ranges and texture references for every brew method — from Turkish powder to cold brew peppercorn.

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Grind Spectrum

Extra Fine Fine Medium Coarse Extra Coarse

Quick Reference

Method Microns Feels Like

Turkish 100–200 Flour, powder

Espresso 200–400 Powdered sugar

Moka Pot 400–500 Fine sand

AeroPress 400–700 Table salt to fine sand

Pour Over 500–800 Table salt

Drip / Chemex 600–900 Medium sand

French Press 800–1200 Sea salt, raw sugar

Cold Brew 1000–1500 Coarse peppercorn

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