Quick answer
To get the most from your Timemore Bricks 01S, start with a medium grind setting around 75-80 for pour-over, then adjust finer for espresso or coarser for French press. Always single-dose your beans, run the grinder empty before first use, and clean the burrs weekly to maintain consistency.
Unboxing and first-time setup
When you unbox the Bricks 01S, you'll find the grinder, a dosing cup, and a cleaning brush. Place it on a stable, level surface away from heat and moisture. Before grinding coffee, run the grinder empty for a few seconds to clear any manufacturing residue. Then wipe the burrs and catch cup with a dry cloth. The 01S has a compact footprint, so it fits easily under standard kitchen cabinets.
Understanding the grind settings
The Bricks 01S offers 150 stepped grind settings, giving you precise control from fine espresso to coarse French press. The dial is marked with numbers, and each click is a distinct step. For pour-over, start around 75-80; for espresso, begin at 20-25; for Aeropress, try 40-50; and for French press, go to 100-110. These are starting points—you'll fine-tune based on your beans and taste.
Aeropress
Dialing in for your brew method
Once you've chosen a starting setting, grind a small amount of coffee and check the particle size. For pour-over, you want a consistency like table salt; for espresso, like fine powder. If the brew runs too fast, grind finer; if too slow, grind coarser. Keep notes of your settings for each coffee, as different origins and roast levels may require adjustments.
Daily use and maintenance
For daily use, weigh your beans before grinding—single-dosing prevents stale grounds in the hopper. After each session, brush out the grind chamber and catch cup to avoid buildup. Every week, remove the burr assembly and clean with the included brush; every month, use grinder cleaning tablets if available. This routine keeps your grinds consistent and extends the life of the burrs.
Step-by-step: Setting up and using your Bricks 01S
- Unbox and clean: Remove all packaging, run the grinder empty for 5 seconds, then wipe the burrs and catch cup with a dry cloth. Checkpoint: No coffee residue or foreign objects remain.
- Choose a starting grind setting: Turn the dial to 75 for pour-over, 22 for espresso, or 105 for French press. These are baseline numbers to adjust from. Checkpoint: The dial clicks firmly into place.
- Grind a test dose: Weigh 15g of beans, add to the grinder, and run for 10 seconds. Check the particle size against your brew method. Common mistake: Grinding too much at once—single-dose for best results.
- Brew and taste: Brew your coffee and evaluate the taste. If it's sour or weak, grind finer; if bitter or harsh, grind coarser. Checkpoint: Adjust in small increments (2-3 steps) until balanced.
- Clean after each use: Brush out the grind chamber and catch cup. Every week, remove the burr assembly and clean thoroughly with the brush. Common mistake: Skipping cleaning—leads to stale flavors and clogs.
Why the Timemore Bricks 01S works for home brewing
- Timemore Bricks 01S Electric Coffee Grinder: The Timemore Bricks 01S is the award-winning single-dose electric grinder that brings cafe-grade precision into a footprint smaller than a paperback book. 40 mm stainless steel conical burrs and 150 stepped grind settings deliver clean, consistent particle distribution across every brew method — from espresso to coarse pour-over — in under ten seconds per dose. This means you can switch between brew methods without sacrificing consistency, and the small size suits kitchens with limited counter space.
