MAZZER

Mazzer was founded in 1952 outside of Venezia, Italia, by Luigi Mazzer. They manufactured coffee grinders, and quickly became one of the premier names in coffee grinders in the Italian market.

Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the company worked hard to establish markets in countries around the world. By the early 1990s, Mazzer grinders were available in over 50 countries. They produce a substantial amount of grinders and related appliances globally - the company claims some 30,000 appliances made in 2001. Their products are also ISO9001 certified.

OEM burrs are rated for over 600 pounds of coffee beans before needing to be replaced.

Be aware that most Mazzer grinders are big... and heavy. With the manufacturers hoppers, the Super Jolly and Major models will not fit under the kitchen cabinets. An area most of us use when setting up our coffee station. Be prepared to find a spot for it that is still convenient, but not in the way of cabinet doors you want to open frequently. One company has begun creating designer hoppers for home use, which significantly reduces the height of the Mazzer. Due to the weight of the larger Mazzers (exceeding 20 pounds) it is not something you will want to be moving in and out of a cabinet enclosure.

The Mazzer "Major" model is a huge beast designed for the highest volume cafes, with big 83mm burrs and a 650 watt motor. The "Super Jolly" comes in at 350 watts, and features 64mm burrs. This is a workhorse commercial grinder, and is one of the most common ones found today in coffee houses and cafes. The Mazzer Mini is a performer workhorse with a 250 watt motor and 58mm burrs. It is also the smallest in both height and weight. With the hopper that comes as standard equipment with the Mini, it will fit under most kitchens' cabinets.