Baratza Vario+:
Espresso Grind Settings & Guide
The Baratza Vario+ is an electric flat burr grinder with 54mm burrs. It features macro-micro adjustment and is designed for both espresso and filter use. With moderate retention (~1g) and a hopper-fed design, it's a popular choice from Baratza.
At a glance
Baratza Vario+ specs
Burr Type
Flat 54mm
Adjustment
Macro-micro
Retention
Medium (~1g)
Single Dose Friendly
No
Espresso Capable
Yes
Primary Use
Espresso & Filter
Power
Electric
Espresso starting range
Where to start for espresso
Macro 1-2 with micro A-W for espresso. Start at macro 1, micro K. Notation: number-letter (e.g. '1K'). 10 macro positions (1=finest), 23 micro positions (A=finest).
macro lever (positions 1-10, 1=finest) + micro lever (positions A-W, A=finest) — e.g. 'try setting 1K' or 'move micro from K to H (finer)'
Starting point only — adjust based on your beans, roast level, dose, and target yield.
Quirks & tips
Macro lever is a physical swing lever with detents
Micro adjustment is a dial on the back
Ceramic flat burrs — very low heat generation
Detailed notes
54mm ceramic flat burr. Macro lever + micro dial. Medium retention (~1g). Good for espresso and filter. Macro gives coarse position, micro dials in precisely. Purge before shots.
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Manufacturer
Baratza
Burrs
Flat 54mm
Adjustment
Macro-micro
Retention
Medium (~1g)
Primary Use
Espresso & Filter