Timemore Bricks 01S Single Dose Electric Coffee Grinder

In recent years, Timemore has been consistently launching new equipment, all focused on serving home coffee enthusiasts. For electric grinders specifically, they have the premium Sculptor line, which ran an incredibly successful Kickstarter campaign raising 6.7 million SGD. While it’s their highest quality grinder, the price point makes it less accessible to everyone.

The Bricks 01S is designed to be Timemore’s cornerstone grinder—building a bridge to reach even more coffee lovers. It offers a reasonable price point, solid build quality, and versatile grinding capabilities for different brewing methods, with especially strong support for espresso!

KEY FEATURES OF THE TIMEMORE BRICKS 01S COFFEE GRINDER

• Ultra-compact: With a footprint just slightly larger than placing a phone on your counter (10×15 cm), the Bricks 01S fits easily into any home brewing setup, no matter how small.
• Sturdy aluminum alloy frame: Feels significantly more solid compared to plastic-bodied grinders.
• Matte powder-coated finish: Available in two colors—matte black and matte white—to suit personal preferences.
• 150 grind adjustment levels: Just a few wrist turns and you’ll quickly find the right grind size for your brewing method.
• 10-micrometer (0.01mm) micro-adjustments: Each adjustment point brings subtle changes to your coffee’s flavor, especially important for espresso brewing.
• 40mm conical double-tooth burr set: Grinds coffee quickly by crushing and cutting beans twice in succession.
• 450 RPM reduction motor with high torque: Easily handles even the toughest light-roasted coffee beans.
• Integrated knock dial for purging retention: After grinding, a few twists of the knock dial releases residual coffee inside, ensuring you get out all the coffee you put in. This also ensures fresh flavor for every grind.
• Tool-free burr removal: Convenient for cleaning before and after use.
• Magnetic catch cup: Quickly snaps into the collection position without alignment needed.
• Included spray bottle: Reduces static that causes coffee to scatter during grinding.

PARTICLE DISTRIBUTION ANALYSIS FOR TWO POPULAR BREWING METHODS WITH THE TIMEMORE BRICKS 01S

*Reference data measured in Timemore’s laboratory using Sympatec Helos equipment and may vary in real-world use with different coffee types.

TESTING AND QUALITY EVALUATION OF COFFEE FROM THE BRICKS 01S GRINDER

• Beans used: Ethiopian Yirgacheffe, washed process
• Roast level: Light (better for americano than espresso)
• Time since roasting: Approximately 20 days
• Roasted by iCup using a drum roaster

The Timemore Bricks 01S excels at fine grinding for espresso brewing

Espresso on a Lelit Bianca with light-roasted Ethiopian Yirgacheffe: Bricks 01S set at 8 clicks from zero. Pressure stabilized around 9 bars and the coffee was truly rich and concentrated. Berry fruit notes like citrus shine brighter compared to flat burr grinders like the DF64, DF54, and others.

The Timemore Bricks 01S can also quickly switch to coarse grinding for pour over

Pour over with Timemore V60 set at grind level 6: The grind is relatively uniform, though visual inspection reveals a noticeable fine particle layer. Citrus flavors are still recognizable along with black tea notes, but somewhat darker compared to the Sculptor 078 (Timemore’s professional pour-over grinder).

*Testing is entirely subjective and for reference only. Based on specific conditions including bean variety, processing method, roasting approach, degassing time, storage method, extraction time, equipment, and brewing technique, experiences may vary.

IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT THE TIMEMORE BRICKS 01S COFFEE GRINDER

• The Bricks 01S is a single-dose grinder. Users prepare a small pre-weighed amount of coffee, add it to the hopper, and press the grind button. Therefore, the hopper is small with a maximum capacity of 35g per grind.
• The machine doesn’t have an auto-stop sensor when grinding is complete. Users need to stay nearby to manually start/stop.
• The Bricks 01S dosing cup has a 45mm diameter, which doesn’t fit any portafilter on the market. This limitation comes from the machine’s compact size, as a 58mm dosing cup would be too large. Use a dosing ring when making espresso for better convenience.
• Always twist the knock dial after grinding to get out all the coffee from each session.
• You don’t necessarily need to frequently remove and clean the burrs. The machine comes with an air blower for daily cleaning. Only disassemble for deep cleaning if unused for a long period, or grind about 10g of coffee to season the grinder before resuming use.

SUGGESTED GRIND SIZES FOR THE TIMEMORE BRICKS 01S

Brewing Device	Grind Setting
Espresso	0-3
Moka pot	1-4
Pour over	5-8

TIMEMORE BRICKS 01S ELECTRIC GRINDER INCLUDES

• 1 coffee grinder
• 1 removable hopper with adjustable grind size dial
• 1 anti-static spray bottle
• 1 air blower for cleaning
• 1 metal coffee container (capacity approximately 35g)
• 1 user manual
• 1 Timemore product brochure

DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS – TIMEMORE BRICKS 01S COFFEE GRINDER

• SUS420 steel burr set with S2C040EI double teeth, 40mm diameter
• Motor speed: 450 RPM (revolutions per minute)
• Brushed motor
• Grinding capacity: 35g per session
• Materials: Aluminum alloy, PP plastic
• Machine weight: 2.6kg
• Dimensions: Width 10.2 x Depth 15 x Height 28.6cm
• Operating voltage: 220V/60Hz
• Power consumption: 150W
• Standard 2-prong plug for Vietnamese market
• Power cord length: 1.5m
• Designed by Timemore – Made in China

WHO SHOULD USE THE TIMEMORE BRICKS 01S?

• Newcomers to home coffee brewing who mainly grind for espresso and occasionally switch things up with pour over, aeropress, cold brew, or moka pot.
• Those with a relatively modest budget for a grinder.
• Those with limited space in their home brewing area.

Experienced baristas and those with larger budgets seeking a high-quality grinder may find more suitable options. The Bricks 01S runs on 220V, so it’s also inconvenient for anyone needing a compact portable grinder.

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