Timemore C3 with S2C burr is here! | First pour over and espresso test

[@allenpanlilio5308]

Commitment via eye contact is phenomenal

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Hahaha. Thx

[@ColdCoffeePhotography]

I got one of these last week for my daily driver v60, I think its a fantastic grinder for the price - no fines/mud in my v60 I use 17 clicks/20g to 300ml water using the 4:6 method

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Thank you for sharing. I was very happy with my C2, but wasn’t able to get any decent espressos from it. This gave me good shot on the second attempt and good pour over as well.

[@jametime6086]

Isn’t 17 clicks too fine for 4:6 method? Have you tried the results with a coarser grind?

[@ColdCoffeePhotography]

@@jametime6086 Really? "fine" is defined as 4-6 clicks on this grinder - Most beans tend to be between 12-17 clicks for really coarse I personally find, don't think it goes more than a couple of clicks more coarse before the nut is no longer tensioning the unit

[@Francois_Dupont]

Thank you for the professional review. i wondered if it could do espresso because many cheap hand grinders are lying and cannot manage it in real life.

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Thx for watching. It can grind for espresso but there are newer versions in similar price range that can do better job of that. Btw I will be playing with 1Zpresso Q Air soon.

[@Pawel-D]

Really enjoying your videos, Jack! Keep up the good work!

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Thx for wat!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

There's a Texan proverb: "some is good, more is better, and too much is juuuust riiight." :) In regards to your 6 hand grinders. Cheers Jack for a cool video! Tom

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Thank you Tom. 100% agree. I have seen on your channel that you like to play with hand grinders as well 😛

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@mycoffeeshow111 Haha yes, but I only have 2, not 6. :)

[@modderking579]

great video man, love from india. one question, which grinder would you recommend for the delonghi dedica, the C2 or C3.(I am not a coffee connoisseur, just a beginner, and cant rly tastes all those different notes). Tbh i want efficiency, and minimum grind duration

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@modderking579 thx for watching. There is a dedicated espresso grinder from Timemore in the same price range that would work better but otherwise C3 is the one to get. C2 is okish for pour overs.

[@modderking579]

@@mycoffeeshow111 firstly, it is amazing that you reply to all these comments, secondly, my budget is a little tight, and coffee equipment is a little expensive here in india. third, for the last 6 months i have been using a low quality grinder with ceramic burrs, which takes almost 4 mins for 14 g espresso grind. so the slight differences are mostly not likely to bother me . what are your views on this PS : cant thank you enough for dedicating your precious time

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@modderking579 any time! Have you considered an electric grinder. Something cheap like DF54 should be great. I should be getting an electric grinder from Timemore soon , E01 which should be good as well.

[@modderking579]

@@mycoffeeshow111 , that is just way out of my budget. plus not sure if ill find that in india. previously i was using a ceramic burr manual grinder which was at the lowest place value wise(it only had 6 settings and used to grind quite unevenly,), so i think even the c2 would be a massive upgrade for me

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@modderking579 I wouud say go for C3 esp that should work fine or maybe MHW R3 hand grinder/ very good for espresso.

[@kitcraft9516]

I see that they now advertise that the C3 (pro) is around 83 microns per click. But Idk if that is burr gap or movement so I guess it isn't really useful to know. What I do know is that they now have a C3 ESP Pro that says it is around 23 microns per click. Again, Idk how they measure but that is close to 4 times finer than the standard C3 so probably much easier to dial in. Ofc it is around $100. But, I really like my C2 and have considered getting something more espresso capable from Timemore.

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Thx for the info. 83 microns would be huge but 23 is about what K Ultra has and it works really well. If I could recommend an espresso hand grinder I would say Kinu.

[@kitcraft9516]

@@mycoffeeshow111 I have a Kingrinder K6 and it is what I'd call good enough but even at 16 microns I sometimes wish I had more another step. I've considered the Jmax and the kinu.

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@kitcraft9516 You would be happy with Kinu’s stepless adjustment. or go electric.

[@kitcraft9516]

@@mycoffeeshow111 I fully intend to go electric in the future. I'll be moving country though with different voltage requirements, so I have to wait. When I first move my setup will be the Picopresso and a hand grinder (plus v60 stand for convenience).

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@kitcraft9516 good luck with the move!

[@yusufturhan2845]

Really enjoying your videos Can the Timemore Chestnut C3 S2C grind fine enough for a naked portafilter?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@yusufturhan2845 thx for watching. It can grind for espresso but it is a bit tricky sometimes to properly dial in. You can also check this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/faaaZ6pmjqaCr8Usi=DrEJChSs7W1GxQfh

[@profitglen]

"four or five grinders is not enough" too funny. I'm the same way with my kitchen and coffee gadgets. I have an Ode 2 but thinking of returning it and buying this.

[@mycoffeeshow111]

I can swap my C3 for your Ode 2 - no problem at all 😛

[@swaroopsahoo214]

Hey, you can install a wide aluminium washer/ a Galvanized Tin washer in between the grind selector nut and burr locking grind selector plate to make your time more C3/C2 grinder stepless in grind adjustment, doing this will definitely provide enough room to play with grind adjustments to pull your decent espresso shot.. I will be uploading a detailed video regarding this soon within a month..

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@swaroopsahoo214 very interesting idea. Thank you!

[@punchylogan8452]

Which grind setting did you use for the espresso?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@punchylogan8452 Depending on coffee, basket and profile but usually between 6-7.

[@capitan_sevilla]

How many clicks would you recommend for a Moka Pot? I have the same grinder and, with medium roasted coffe, I began with 10 clicks and now I am with 13 cliks and still feel that my Moka Pot (a induction Bialetti) it is not extracting th coffee right. I use Aeropress paper filters because I feel that helps the extraction and clarity of the coffee but, with 13 cliks, the extraction goes better if I do a previous "blooming" in the coffee basket; without that blooming the coffee does not flow so well, but it is a bit annoying to do the blooming each time I want a coffee... Maybe I should go up to 14 clicks?. I thought that Moka pot grind size should be between espresso and pour over (between 10 to 13 clicks on the Timemore C3), but on my Bialetti that grind size is to fine to flow well. As James Hoffman said in is Moka Pot videos, is a bit frustrating to use that machine...

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Hi, honestly I haven’t played with it that much but as you said, it should be between espresso and pour over so you are already on the right track. Try with 14 and see how it goes. As always the priority should be the taste of your coffee. I played with Moka some time ago and was surprised how good it can be kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaKniphrn52cZpI

[@capitan_sevilla]

@@mycoffeeshow111 Tested today with 14 click and definitively has improved the taste. I think it is related to my induction Bialetti moka pot; with others I had in the past (aluminium ones) the grinde size should be finner for sure.

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@capitan_sevilla thx for letting me know and happy that you managed to improve. I am sure you have watched JH videos about Moka and you follow his advice of making sure the plate is hot hot b4 you put Pot on. I normally grind finer but have standard aluminium pot.

[@bukekotok]

How does it perform compare to kingrinder k2?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

No idea, I am planning to get K6 at some point. One thing I can say, for the price, it is a very capable grinder.

[@akshaysharma6672]

I have ordered one after watching your video, I've got it for 62USD using some discount coupon actually I bought it in India for around 5300rupees but listed for 6000Rs, I am gonna pair it with Wacaco Picopresso for 15 grams of dose, I wanted to buy TIMENORE SLIM PLUS but budgeting and the all new S2C made me go for C3 instead, plus Could you tell C3 is better or Slim plus in timemore range, these are the grinders listed here in INDIA rest cost about 17000Rs to 28000Rs the the better ones, it wud Be nice know input 2hich is better

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Well done! You should be happy with it. It can grind really fast and effortlessly for espresso. I also have Picopresso which I use when travelling. Only other Timemore grinder I had was C2 and C3 is definitely better. I don’t know anything about other Timemore grinders but I think C3 is a wise choice in this price range.

[@akshaysharma6672]

@@mycoffeeshow111 Thank you sir, your reply means a lot.

[@ddh_ddhddh_ddh3436]

I also ordered c3 in India got of like 6k and wanted it for espresso use how was your experience?

[@shubhamsrivastava332]

@@akshaysharma6672 Where did you order from?

[@shubhamsrivastava332]

@@ddh_ddhddh_ddh3436 i saw it's not available on amazon but if there's some other site then please let me know.

[@bluejoji2474]

i paid for it 45$ and i can't wait for it to arrive and test it 😁

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Wow, that is great price. You should be very happy with it.

[@joroboam]

Whats the best or close to best hand grinder for espresso? I currently own the 1zpresso jx and df64 w ssp mp

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Well , jx should be very good. You can’t go wrong with K Max either. Personally though, I don’t like hand grinding for espresso unless on holidays as it takes too much time and effort.

[@josepadiyono5077]

How many click did you used when making espresso?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

I don’t remember exactly but definitely between 6-8. The range for espresso is very limited.

[@kristianbabjar1666]

Thanks for the review. So do you recommend this grinder? I am deciding between this Timemore C3 for €105 or 1zpresso K-max for €259 (there is also the Timore slim plus for €139). Of course, I know that 1zpresso is better, but the problem is that I need it mainly for pour over and Aeropress. I will rarely make espresso and also only on a cheap Delonghi EC685. I also like the size of the Timemore since I will be traveling a lot and the 1zpresso seems a lot bigger. Do you recommend it if I want it mainly for pour over and aeropress or is it worth paying an extra €154?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Thank you. First of all, shop around. You can get Timemore C3 cheaper than that. Some viewers mentioned they found it below $50 and I bought mine for less than £70. Last year I also had C2. For that price you can’t go wrong, it is a very good grinder. I am planning to compare it with K Max and Comandante. In fact I was about to do it today but had some family issues I had to attend. Would I expect K Max to offer a better tasting cup- yes. Would it be twice as good as C3- definitely not. You can also consider a 1Zpresso Q2 which supposedly is great pour over grinder.

[@kristianbabjar1666]

Well thank you. In my country it is sold out everywhere and they always have it for around €100. I am not considering C2 because it cannot be used for espresso. And what do you think about Timemore slim plus?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@kristianbabjar1666 Timemore slim in UK you can get with the same burr set as C3 so I guess it would work the same.

[@kristianbabjar1666]

Thank you. I mean Timemore slim plus no slim

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@kristianbabjar1666 never had it but people say it is good as well especially for pour overs.

[@technosavvyhd5270]

What is the difference between C2 and C3?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

C3 slightly more expensive but the main difference is burrs. C2 can grind for pour over but struggles to grind for espresso. C3 is multi purpose.

[@technosavvyhd5270]

@@mycoffeeshow111 Thanks

[@rtim9929]

How many clicks for espresso

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Usually between 6-8 so not a very wide range

[@rtim9929]

@@mycoffeeshow111 how many seconds do you think is good for a 8 gram shot

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@rtim9929 20-22sec but I don’t pull single shots myself

[@ykl8405]

How many grids do you use ?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Not sure exactly what you mean by “grids”. 18g of coffee on setting nr 6 for espresso.

[@ykl8405]

@@mycoffeeshow111 oh ,sorry ,I means “clicks”

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@ykl8405 6-7 clicks but to dial in for espresso you would need to play with the dose as well as 6 can be too slow and 7 too fast. It is doable though.

[@roberthamilton606]

I haven't tried but timemore now makes a C3 E meant for espresso, more clicks for accuracy......

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Thx for the info! Mine only really has 2 settings for espresso but surprisingly it works well most of the time.

[@foodtobi7673]

C3 or C2 vs 1ZPresso Q2: Which should I choose for Aeropress and Moka pot: What is best? Any opinions from the community

[@mycoffeeshow111]

I had c2, and C3 seems better but haven’t done any Moka with them. Maybe I should get Q2 for tests. Would Q2 grind fine enough for Areopress?

[@christianpinon3476]

I just bought the C2 hand grinder last week cuz I recently got a espresso machine and was just too excited and didn’t do alot of digging 😅. You think you could tell what I should do this will be my first time making a espresso shot and I’m so nervous 😓

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Have you got C2 or C3 grinder? I had C2 long time ago and it was great for pour overs but I couldn’t get anything good out of it for espresso. I should have a video about it, one of my first videos so not very good. What is your espresso machine? My advice- just relax, experiment and enjoy the process but possibly get a different grinder.

[@christianpinon3476]

@@mycoffeeshow111 I got the C2 and dang i spent 50 dollars on it but I do got a pour over aswell and I think it’s a Michelangelo espresso machine didn’t want to get nothing to expensive I don’t know if it’ll be worth it though. Love your videos btw!

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@christianpinon3476 thank you. For pour overs you should be happy with it. If your machine has pressurised filter baskets you will be ok.

[@christianpinon3476]

@@mycoffeeshow111 it just says double layer filter baskets I guess I’ll look into. What would you recommend for a starter hand grinder for espresso thanks in advance!

[@marinaroastery5384]

nice review

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Thank you

[@johnadams9044]

Have you ever thought about getting into photography or fishing?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Hi, I recently bought a fancy blogging camera and it is soo frustrating. I would love to know how to take great photos but it is not easy. As for fishing, as much as I like eating meat I am not sure if I would be able to kill living creature. Do you think I need another expensive hobby?

[@the_viper_leo]

You need to brush up on your Chinese! 😂 Also the irony of saying enjoy slow living but a brand name of timemore

[@mycoffeeshow111]

Oh yea, maybe that is that famous Chinese sense of humour 😛

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@syaondri haha. time is the one commodity I can’t afford

[@skularatna8136]

How many clicks did you use for espresso ?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@skularatna8136 Hi, I don’t remember exactly, possibly 6-7. At the bottom of the grinder you have their suggested numbers for espresso and other brew methods

[@skularatna8136]

@@mycoffeeshow111 I used 18g for my 51mm portafilter which is the dosage they say. Anyway 7 clicks was too fine and barely anything came out, 8 as well. Maybe I need to try with 16g or slightly coarser grind at 18?

[@mycoffeeshow111]

@@skularatna8136 that is actually a good news for you as you have more room for manoeuvre. Try 9 clicks with the same dose- you might get lucky there.