Get uniformly ground coffee beans (and thus better-tasting coffee) every time by keeping your coffee grinder neat.

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Theres a good chance you own a grinder if youre a coffee connoisseur.

Darker roasts mean oilier beans.

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If you use your coffee grinder daily, a weekly wash is best.

Skip Soaking

Don’t soak burrs in water.

It might seem like a quick solution, but these pieces rust easily.

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Tap and shake gently to release as many of the grounds as possible.

These safe and absorbent ingredients are effective at lifting out residual oils and bean particles.

Add the tablets to the grinder, run until they turn into a fine powder, then empty out.

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Use a dry microfiber cloth to remove any moisture.

Always check the manufacturers instructions for any model-specific variations.

For any stuck-on residue, use a clean soft-bristled toothbrush.

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Rinse the hopper well and dry it with a microfiber cloth.

Wash the items by hand in warm, soapy water with a microfiber cloth.

Never wash the burr of your coffee grinder in water.

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Step 4: Clean the Burrs

The burr has a two-piece construction.

Remove the top half of the burr (some models may require a screwdriver).

Take care, as the serrated burr edges are very sharp.

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Compressed air can also help remove hard-to-reach coffee grounds stuck in the burrs.

Never use uncooked rice, as this could damage the serrated edges of the burrs.

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