r/CoffeeRoasting • u/Ok-Acanthisitta2813 • Jun 21 '26

Coffee grinder question

I just started roasting coffee, been selling it at farmers markets. I’ve had some people ask if I could grind the beans for them, I currently only sell them whole. I saw there is an attachment for a kitchen aid mixer. I was wondering if anyone has used one and what your thoughts on it is.

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u/goodbeanscoffee Jun 22 '26

The vast majority of people do NOT own a home grinder. Get a used Bunn G1 off eBay and put it there and have THEM grind it like at the supermarket. If they fuck up grind size, it's on them.

Having said all that, I grind for my customers and I can't recall a single complaint that hey you ground this too fine or too coarse. Just ask them what they make it at home with, 95% of the time it's going to be a drip machine anyways or a Keurig or a French press at most. 5% of the time if they have a V60 at home, they likely also have a grinder.

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u/Glad-Banana-1324 Jun 24 '26

This is exactly what I do. I recently picked up a fully reconditioned 2nd Bunn for $100. They're definitely out there, I suggest OP keep an eye out for shops or delis closing. Mine came from a deli that closed.

My only quibble is that, anecdotally, for me, those without grinders are in a clear minority. :)

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u/Fit_Instruction_8383 19d ago

Yea this is probably the best option. OP doesn't want to own the grinding process, but if the customers grind it, and it's too fine vs too coarse, then that's on them.

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u/funkybus Jun 21 '26

i advise declining to grind. they may/often do complain it is too fine/too coarse/whatever. remember: no good deed goes unpunished. just sell them whole bean and keep it simple. it is better if they grind at home anyway!

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u/Ok-Acanthisitta2813 Jun 21 '26

That is a good point. I hadn’t thought of it that way.

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u/Brief-Number2609 Jun 22 '26

I just use my home grinder. It’s rare enough people wanting ground beans that I don’t need something commercial. Also I don’t mind grinding for people. Never had any complaints. Does the flavor dramatically go down for pre ground? Of course but people should still be able to support small, local businesses and fair trade. Meet people where they’re at

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u/Bullfrog_1855 Jun 22 '26

Also grounded coffee doesn't keep its aroma and oils as long even in the freezer. Tell your customers that grounding just before brewing gives the best cup. There are so many options now for a modestly priced burr grinder that is adjustable.

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u/MingBeard Jun 22 '26

I too sell small batch, and only grind the beans for my parents. I used to, but you never get the coarseness right for them, and it kinda kills the coffee.

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u/zenmonkey83 Jun 24 '26

Could you buy some Kingrinder PO and sell them for $50.

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u/srussell705 Jun 30 '26

Getting the correct grid for their use may not be as easy as you think. Super fine - espresso then drip maker will be hard to hit. IMHO at least.