Baratza Encore ESP
Baratza Encore ESP

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Baratza Encore ESP

The Encore reworked for espresso, with M2 burrs, micro-steps in the espresso range, and a dosing cup in the box.

$199.95

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The Encore ESP

An entry-level grinder that takes espresso seriously.

For years, the honest answer to "can I pull espresso on an Encore?" was: not really. The original Encore was built for filter. The burr geometry and the stepped adjustments simply did not have the resolution espresso needs.

The Encore ESP changes that. Baratza kept the body, the motor, the chassis philosophy, and swapped in M2 conical burrs manufactured in Liechtenstein. They also split the adjustment ring into two sections. Settings 1 through 20 live in the espresso range with tight, micro-step increments. Settings 21 through 40 open up into filter territory.

The result is one grinder that does both jobs, with the espresso end finally dialed in enough to matter.

One grinder, two ranges. The espresso end finally does its job.

A 54mm dosing cup ships in the box, with a 58mm portafilter adapter ring. The cup sits under the spout, catches the dose, and transfers cleanly to your portafilter. Small detail, but it pulls the ESP into the orbit of serious espresso setups.

Same motor, same repair culture, same parts ecosystem as the classic Encore. If you know the Encore, you already know how this grinder will age.

Eight things to know

What you get for the extra hundred dollars.

01

40mm M2 conical burrs

Manufactured in Liechtenstein, designed for tighter particle distribution than the original Encore's burrs. The M2 geometry is the same used in the Virtuoso+, scaled into the Encore chassis.

02

Micro-step espresso range

Settings 1 to 20 sit in espresso territory, with increments tight enough to actually dial in a shot. Settings 21 to 40 open into filter range for pour-over, drip, and French press.

03

550 RPM motor

Gear and electronic speed reduction keep burr speed low and temperature stable. Grinds espresso-fine at 1.5 to 2.4 grams per second, depending on bean density and setting.

04

Dosing cup and portafilter adapter

A 54mm dosing cup ships in the box, plus a 58mm adapter ring. Sits under the spout, transfers clean to your portafilter, no mess on the counter.

05

Pulse button

Front button for continuous grinding. No timers, no display. Press, grind, release. The simplicity that makes the Encore line easy to learn is intact.

06

Serviceable architecture

Every internal part is replaceable. Baratza publishes repair videos for every common wear point. This is a grinder built to be fixed, not replaced.

07

Compact footprint

12 inches deep, 16 inches tall with the hopper on. Fits under standard cabinets. Light enough to move around the kitchen.

08

Shared burr system with the Virtuoso+

The M2 burr inside the ESP is the same family used in Baratza's higher-end Virtuoso+. If you upgrade later, the muscle memory and the taste profile travel with you.

How it works

How the Encore ESP handles both ranges.

Turn the hopper clockwise to land in the espresso range, counterclockwise into filter. A number ring shows where you are. The first 20 numbers move the burrs in smaller increments, tuned for the tight tolerance espresso needs.

Drop your portafilter or dosing cup under the spout. Press the front button. Coffee drops at roughly 1.5 to 2.4 grams per second at espresso settings. Release when you hit your target weight on a scale.

For filter, the workflow is the same, just in the upper half of the range. The burrs open up, speeds climb slightly, and the grounds bin catches what you pull.

Who it's for

Who the Encore ESP is for.

The home barista who pulls shots in the morning and brews pour-over in the afternoon. The subscriber who wants one grinder that does not compromise either side. The upgrade path from a blade grinder or a basic burr grinder, priced below most dedicated espresso grinders.

If you pull espresso daily on a commercial-style portafilter setup, the ESP Pro or a dedicated single-dose espresso grinder will serve you better. For the crossover user who switches between methods, the ESP hits the mark.

Built into the Baratza line.

The same repair ecosystem, extended into espresso.

Parts interchange with the Encore classic where the chassis overlaps. Baratza support answers the phone. Burrs, gears, switches, and shafts are all available direct. If espresso becomes the main job, the ESP Pro picks up with stepless adjustment and anti-static technology in the same physical footprint.

Specifications

Every spec Baratza publishes.

Pulled fromwww.baratza.com. Last verified April 22, 2026.

Burrs 40mm M2 conical, manufactured in Liechtenstein
Motor speed 550 RPM
Grind settings 40 total (settings 1 to 20 in espresso range, 21 to 40 in filter range)
Grind speed 1.5 to 2.4 grams per second (espresso)
Bean hopper capacity 230 g (8.5 oz)
Grounds bin capacity 142 g (5 oz)
Dosing cup 54mm, 24 g capacity, with 58mm adapter ring
Weight 3.1 kg (7 lb)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 12 x 35 x 16 cm
Power 100 to 120V AC, 50/60 Hz, 200W, 2.6 A
Warranty 1 year parts and labor (US and Canada)

In the box

What ships with your Encore ESP.

Everything you need for espresso out of the box, plus the classic Encore setup for filter days.

  • 01 Baratza Encore ESP grinder
  • 02 Bean hopper with lid230 g capacity
  • 03 Grounds bin142 g capacity
  • 04 54mm dosing cup24 g capacity
  • 05 58mm portafilter adapter ring
  • 06 Cleaning brush
  • 07 Operations manual

Warranty

The Baratza guarantee.

Baratza covers the Encore ESP for 1 year, parts and labor, with free ground shipping inside the US and Canada. If something goes wrong in the first year, they ship the replacement part or repair the unit on their dime.

Support

Service beyond the warranty.

Outside the warranty window, Baratza still sells every internal part and supports the repair. The Encore ESP is built to be maintained, not replaced, and the parts catalog is the proof.

Product information sourced fromwww.baratza.com. Origin & Story does not embellish manufacturer claims.
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