{"product_id":"baratza-encore-esp","title":"Baratza Encore ESP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Encore reworked for espresso, with M2 burrs, micro-steps in the espresso range, and a dosing cup in the box.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is one grinder that does both jobs, with the espresso end finally dialed in enough to matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne grinder, two ranges. The espresso end finally does its job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame motor, same repair culture, same parts ecosystem as the classic Encore. If you know the Encore, you already know how this grinder will age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get for the extra hundred dollars.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40mm M2 conical burrs\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicro-step espresso range\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e550 RPM motor\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosing cup and portafilter adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePulse button\u003c\/strong\u003e — Front button for continuous grinding. No timers, no display. Press, grind, release. The simplicity that makes the Encore line easy to learn is intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServiceable architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e — Every internal part is replaceable. Baratza publishes repair videos for every common wear point. This is a grinder built to be fixed, not replaced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e — 12 inches deep, 16 inches tall with the hopper on. Fits under standard cabinets. Light enough to move around the kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShared burr system with the Virtuoso+\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works: How the Encore ESP handles both ranges.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrop 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for: Who the Encore ESP is for.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEvery spec Baratza publishes.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBurrs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40mm M2 conical, manufactured in Liechtenstein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMotor speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e550 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrind settings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 total (settings 1 to 20 in espresso range, 21 to 40 in filter range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrind speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 to 2.4 grams per second (espresso)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBean hopper capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230 g (8.5 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrounds bin capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e142 g (5 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDosing cup\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54mm, 24 g capacity, with 58mm adapter ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.1 kg (7 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 x 35 x 16 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 to 120V AC, 50\/60 Hz, 200W, 2.6 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 year parts and labor (US and Canada)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat ships with your Encore ESP.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything you need for espresso out of the box, plus the classic Encore setup for filter days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaratza Encore ESP grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBean hopper with lid \u003cem\u003e(230 g capacity)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrounds bin \u003cem\u003e(142 g capacity)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e54mm dosing cup \u003cem\u003e(24 g capacity)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e58mm portafilter adapter ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperations manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty: The Baratza guarantee.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaratza 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eProduct information sourced from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.baratza.com\/en-us\/product\/encoretm-esp-zcg495\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003ewww.baratza.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Origin \u0026amp; Story does not embellish manufacturer claims.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baratza","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":47863364518113,"sku":null,"price":199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black","offer_id":47863364550881,"sku":null,"price":199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/5035\/3633\/files\/495_-_Encore_ESP_-_White_-_Bin_-_04_-_Quarter_Right_-_On_White-WEB.jpg?v=1768633228","url":"https:\/\/originandstory.coffee\/products\/baratza-encore-esp","provider":"Origin \u0026 Story","version":"1.0","type":"link"}