Weber Workshops EG-1:
Espresso Grind Settings & Guide
The Weber Workshops EG-1 is an electric flat burr grinder with 80mm burrs. It features stepless adjustment and is designed primarily for espresso. With low retention (~0.1g) and a single-dose-friendly design, it's a popular choice from Weber Workshops.
At a glance
Weber Workshops EG-1 specs
Burr Type
Flat 80mm
Adjustment
Stepless
Retention
Low (~0.1g)
Single Dose Friendly
Yes
Espresso Capable
Yes
Primary Use
Espresso
Power
Electric
Espresso starting range
Where to start for espresso
No numbered scale. Stepless micrometric dial. Espresso is very close to touch point. Extremely small adjustments -- mark your own reference points. Do NOT suggest specific numbers.
the micrometric adjustment dial (very small turns for espresso — no fixed scale)
Starting point only — adjust based on your beans, roast level, dose, and target yield.
Quirks & tips
Very high-end — user likely very experienced
80mm flat burrs — extremely uniform grind
Direct-drive motor — very low heat
Magnetic retention reduction
Detailed notes
Premium 80mm flat burr. Extremely low retention. Very high grind uniformity. Single-dose design. User is likely highly experienced — detailed technical advice appropriate.
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Manufacturer
Weber Workshops
Burrs
Flat 80mm
Adjustment
Stepless
Retention
Low (~0.1g)
Primary Use
Espresso