Porlex Mini:
Espresso Grind Settings & Guide
The Porlex Mini is a manual conical burr grinder with 34mm burrs. It features stepped adjustment and is designed primarily for filter and pour-over brewing. With low retention (~0.1g) and a single-dose-friendly design, it's a popular choice from Porlex. Note: this grinder is not typically recommended for espresso without modification.
At a glance
Porlex Mini specs
Burr Type
Conical 34mm
Adjustment
Stepped
Retention
Low (~0.1g)
Single Dose Friendly
Yes
Espresso Capable
No
Primary Use
Filter / Pour-over
Power
Manual (hand-powered)
Espresso starting range
Where to start for espresso
NOT designed for espresso — step size is too coarse to dial in espresso precisely
notch positions on the adjustment ring (each notch is a meaningful change for filter — more than appropriate for espresso)
Starting point only — adjust based on your beans, roast level, dose, and target yield.
Quirks & tips
Excellent travel/portable grinder for filter
Very coarse step size — espresso requires the finest 1–2 positions and results are inconsistent
Detailed notes
34mm conical travel manual. Stepped by notch. Designed for filter, pour-over, Aeropress, and French press. NOT recommended for espresso — step size is too large to dial in precisely. If user is attempting espresso with this: give honest expectations and conservative advice.
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Manufacturer
Porlex
Burrs
Conical 34mm
Adjustment
Stepped
Retention
Low (~0.1g)
Primary Use
Filter / Pour-over