Delicious coffee is not a luxury, but a must-have.
No matter how much you overslept every morning, freshly brewed coffee, which you drink with ground beans just before the meal, is essential. After that, filling the remaining coffee into a 500ml heated bottle has become a completely customary for me, and it can be said that it is almost like a ritual.
For caffeine junkies, who can't start their day without coffee made themselves, don't want to compromise on the coffee they make, even if they're in the mountains. Even if you reluctantly accept that it's not very realistic to walk around in the mountains with heavy, bulky, expensive, and fragile tools, you won't even lie to your feelings.
Just after leaving the freezing tent at dawn, the perfect cup of coffee warms your throat, how fulfilling the journey would be. It is a dream for all outdoor enthusiasts, whether campers or hikers, and finding tools for that is still an endless journey. Of course, there have been many compact tools that can be used outdoors in the past, but it is undeniable that there have been many things that have been a painstaking experience that will only convince coffee lovers, and that they have not reached the functionality that will just silence outdoor lovers.
VSSL a rising outdoor brand from Canada, won over 35 million yen in support from Kickstarter last fall, and officially released this year, VSSL JAVA HAND COFFEE GRINDER is a long-awaited authentic outdoor coffee grinder that will make your dreams come true. It is not yet officially sold in Japan, but I couldn't stop and bought it directly from the home website as soon as it was released. So this time, the administrator, who is not a coffee fanatic, but who loves coffee, will give you as much detail as possible.
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Features of VSSL JAVA Coffee Grinder
Grinder structure with a focus on the quality of the ground beans
The first and most moving thing that really touches me is the engine structure, which is so thorough that it is so comfortable that you don't feel the slightest idea of compromising on the taste just because it's "for the outdoors." One of the parts that symbolize this is a professional-quality stainless steel blade with sharp, precision machining.
Despite the subtle differences, as can be seen from the fact that metal blades are installed in many high-end manual coffee mills, including the famous Commandante grinder, compared to ceramic blades, the beans are "crushed like they are cut rather than crushed," making it possible to make high-quality grinders of a more uniform size and less likely to produce fine powders that are the source of impurities.
When comparing with ceramic blades, the actual grinding feel is also clearly different. Ceramics that crush and grind them require stronger force when grinding, and the grinding speed is relatively slow.
On the other hand, when I grind this VSSL JAVA , I was captivated by the slick crushing sound, the pleasant, fine vibrations that come through my hands, and no catches in the middle, and the smooth grinding experience throughout.
Incidentally, the grips that grind beans are usually folded to prevent them from getting in the way, and there is also a removable knob at the tip of the grip. While considering the ease of holding and turning when grinding, you can also choose not to carry it with you to reduce the weight. Truly outdoor design.
The grip is stretchable in length, so it is not only portable but also easy to grind.
I wanted to continue grinding like this forever - there was a grinder in this world that made me think that way - and as I was so moved, I was able to grind it quickly and quickly than usual.
The grinding speed is also really fast. There is still a trait to it. This smooth and fast grinding experience is achieved by two high-definition mini radial ball bearings that eliminate wobbling during grinding and support stable rotation. Not only are these parts assembled in detail, almost all parts can be disassembled. I guess they are also conscious of using it outdoors. *The photo below does not disassemble all the parts.
From coarse grinding to extra fine grinding for espresso. You can set the grinding level in 50 levels according to your preference
I'm just too exhausted. VSSL JAVA has a knob that allows you to set the grinding level from coarse to extremely fine grinding using a dial method, allowing you to set your own preferences exactly. It moves "click" one memory at a time, so if your preference is "25th click clockwise from scratch", you can always adjust it to the settings properly.
Thanks to the high-quality stainless steel grinder mentioned above, VSSL JAVA can freely grind everything from coarse grinding suitable for French presses to ultra-fine grinding required for espresso. In both cases, they cut with uniform sizes with uniform grain size. I tried grinding the pieces at about 10 stages at a time interval (photo below).
There are actually not many coffee mills designed for outdoor use.
When it comes to coffee flavor alone, there are probably better quality mills. However, what's particularly noteworthy about this product is that while keeping the quality of the coffee in mind, it also takes every possible consideration for users who want to enjoy it outdoors. It can be said that this makes this product unique.
As mentioned earlier, the grip (pull handle) can be folded, so you can attach it to a carabiner and carry it with you. The parts don't fall apart, so it's also difficult to remove.
The body is made of aluminum, which is durable enough to be used in aircraft, so there is no need to worry about rust. It also didn't sway with slight impacts such as hitting rocks or dropping them onto the ground. Although it has a slightly heavy weight (396 grams), a mill that is too light is portable, but it also has the disadvantages of being difficult to grind (translate), so this amount of weight is not a problem.
The top lid can be opened and closed with just one touch, and is highly airtight, making it safe even in troublesome tents.
Summary: Coffee lovers and outdoor lovers should check it out
However, even if you are biased against such a bias, you will realize that this innovative hand coffee grinder is a long-awaited product that combines quality and functionality, which can be said to be the gospel for coffee lovers and outdoor lovers. If we had been creating products that were intended to be mass-produced from the beginning, the birth of this unique, edgy product would never have been possible, and it is truly the joy of crowdfunding that will make the dreams of niche users come true.
Unfortunately, there are no regular sales in Japan yet, but in my case, I purchased it directly from the official online store and it arrived in about a week, so I don't think the hurdle is higher than other products. It's just your own responsibility, but why not check it out?
VSSL JAVA Hand Coffee Grinder Go to the mail order site in Japan
