One of the first things one learns when entering the world of coffee is that freshly ground coffee has no equal. Pre-ground coffee, even if only a few days old, just can’t hold a candle to something ground fresh right before brewing, at least when it comes to flavour. That’s why a good grinder is a critical part of any home brewer’s toolkit. 

Mylo’s SG1 hand grinder is a great choice for any coffee enthusiast, with the added bonus of being designed in South Africa. It’s compact and made of durable but lightweight aluminium alloy, making it a great choice as a travel grinder, but that doesn’t mean it skimps on capacity. A 32g chamber makes it perfectly capable of grinding enough coffee for two cups, making it ideal if you’re grinding for yourself and a friend or partner. 

Regarding internals, the SG1 features a set of 38mm conical titanium-coated stainless steel burrs. These actually aren’t bigger than the burrs found in the SG1’s little cousin, but they’re bolstered by a finer grind adjustment resolution. With over 50 stepped grind settings and 30 microns of adjustment between them, the SG1 is super versatile, capable of grinding for any filter brewing method and enabling super precise adjustments so you can dial in your coffee exactly to your liking. 

These specs are packed into an elegant frame with a matte black finish that looks good and, thanks to a silicone grip ring and ergonomic handle and crankshaft, feels good too. With an enviable feature set and a stylish, portable build, Mylo’s SG1 is truly a great option as an affordable, premium hand grinder, and it’s tough to beat at its price point. 

Mylo SG1 hand grinder features

• Compact, lightweight design - great for travel
• Made of durable aluminium alloy
• Stylish design and sleek matte black anodized finish
• No-slip silicone grip
• Ergonomic crankshaft and walnut handle
• Comes with specialised burr cleaning brush

Mylo SG1 hand grinder specifications

• Materials: aluminium alloy, stainless steel, silicon, walnut
• Size (W x H): 50 x 143mm; 170mm handle
• Weight: 480g
• Capacity: 30g
• Burrs: 38mm, conical, titanium-coated stainless steel
• Grind settings: ~50
• Grind adjustment resolution: 30 microns