DeLonghi KG79 Electric 12-Cup Burr Grinder, Black

by DeLonghi

Product Features

• Produces a uniform ground texture for the most consistent results with the burr grinding wheel.
• Choose the perfect grind setting from course, to medium, to fine.
• Grind 4-12 cups of coffee with quantity control knob.
• Easy access to ground coffee with removable, transparent ground coffee container.
• Safe operation with dual system. It automatically shuts the unit off if the lid or ground coffee container is not in place.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 5 x 10.1 inches ; 9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002LVUHWC
• Item model number: KG79
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,797 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #72 in Home & Kitchen > Kitchen & Dining > Coffee, Tea & Espresso > Coffee Grinders

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

More than just sleek, modern, good looks, this electric grinder produces freshly ground coffee beans, helping to ensure the freshest, most delicious cup of coffee. The unit's burr grinding wheel creates a uniform ground texture for consistency while at the same time protecting the delicious oils for maximum flavor and aroma. Turn the quantity-control knob to grind the precise amount needed to make from 4 to 12 cups of coffee at a time. Once the specified quantity has been reached, the grinder shuts itself off automatically. The grinder also offers a grind selector that makes it possible to choose from coarse to medium to fine depending on the drink--anything from espresso to drip to French press. Other highlights include a simple on/off button, a transparent lid and ground-coffee container for viewing contents at a glance, self-contained cord storage, and a dual safety system that shuts the unit off automatically with either the lid or the ground-coffee container out of place. A thoughtful gift for any coffee connoisseur, the burr grinder measures approximately 6-2/7 by 5 by 10 inches.

Product Description

The key to great tasting coffee is freshly ground beans, and you can have this delicious flavor every morning with the De'Longhi Burr Coffee Grinder. The burr grinding wheel creates a uniform texture for consistency and protects the oils for maximum flavor and aroma. Simply select your preferred setting with the grind and cup selector and press the on/off button. When grinding is complete, just remove the ground coffee container and pour directly into your coffee filter. It's that easy! If you want a specific amount of ground coffee, just use the quantity control knob and choose your selection. Cleaning is also a breeze with the convenient integrated brush. No worries about safety either with this grinder, it automatically shuts the unit off if the lid or ground coffee container is not in place. Other highlights include self contained cord storage for clutter free countertops.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars First Impression, July 25, 2010

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Jazzatt - See all my reviews

This review is from: DeLonghi KG79 Electric 12-Cup Burr Grinder, Black (Kitchen)

Just bought this a few days ago after reading and looking extensively. Used initially for only espresso and so far, so good. Next weekend it will get it's chance to show what it can do with french press. The fine setting yields consistently fine grounds. The reservoir for beans and ground coffee are both generous and hold enough to keep you 'jumpy' for quite a while. The smallest yield is 2 cups but that's too much for one espresso. It would be nice to yield just enough for one double espresso shot but that's a minor quibble. The machine does not vibrate or spray coffee grounds and you don't have to hold anything down while in operation. It's much quieter than the Krups blade grinder I've used for years and quieter than most others I've seen even much higher priced items. I also have the DeLonghi espresso machine so visually they make a nice pair.

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars DeLonghi KG79 isn't satisfactory, July 27, 2010

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Dennis J. Anderson "Dennis" (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DeLonghi KG79 Electric 12-Cup Burr Grinder, Black (Kitchen)

This grinder has the usual problem with plastic grinders. It builds up static electricity and the coffee both sticks to the grind holder and will also fly all over you and the counter. The square holder makes it unusually difficult to extract the coffee.

The range of fine to course doesn't generate course enough coffee for a French press. Be careful to follow the instructions for pre-cleaning and putting back the components. It needed a clean prior to use.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works great for the price, December 14, 2011

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Moxy - See all my reviews

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This review is from: DeLonghi KG79 Electric 12-Cup Burr Grinder, Black (Kitchen)

I've been using this grinder for a few weeks for my daily espresso. It's reasonably priced and works well, very easy to use. To make less than the minimum 2 cup setting, just hit the stop/start button. It usually takes about eight seconds to grind the perfect amount for a double-shot in my espresso maker.