NOTE: This is an accessory for the KitchenAid Coffee Grinder. This Solidly built, high quality stainless steel accessory converts the KitchenAid Coffee Grinder (sold separately) into a superb spice grinder. It can grind as much as 3/4 cup of spice at a time into a fine powder in 45 seconds or less. It is equally as successful at grinding small amounts. I have ground coriander seed, thyme leaves, cumin seeds, cinnamon bark, star anise, allspice, shittake mushroom and more. I have made my own blends of poultry seasoning, cajun spice, creole spice, Asian five spice, and pork rub. It comes with 2 grinding bowls and blades, 2 lids, and 1 shaker lid.
I think it is worth noting that I have been using a Krups coffee grinder as my spice grinder up to this point. My biggest gripe about the Krups was how scratched and cloudy the plastic cover became after only a few uses. Grinding whole allspice actually cracked the cover in about 8 places, rendering the Krups next to useless in less than 6 months. I also hated the fact that the grinding bowl was not washable. I had to wipe it out by hand using paper towels. The KitchenAid Coffee Grinder by itself is not meant to be used for grinding spices (the blade is the wrong shape and mounted too high in the bowl to effectively grind spices.) Do yourself a favour and make sure you get this accessory kit if you want to be able to grind spices with your KitchenAid Coffee Grinder.
I am going to stand on my soapbox here and rant about the reviewers who have given this accessory low ratings because they either haven't read the product details before purchasing (YES you NEED the KitchenAid Coffee Grinder in order to use these!) OR they haven't read the instructions (YES, you need to cover the grinding bowls with the included lids before grinding!) It is unfair to fault the grinder because you haven't taken the time to read. Simply add the desired spice, seal with the included lid, insert the bowl into the base, attach the outer cover, press and hold. When done, remove the bowl and either use the spice directly from the bowl, or attach the shaker lid and sprinkle as needed. 5-Stars. I couldn't be happier.
| Brand | KitchenAid |
|---|---|
| Model Number | BCGSGA |
| Colour | Black |
| Product Dimensions | 8.13 x 8.13 x 6.73 cm; 136.08 g |
| Voltage | 230 Volts |
| Material | Plastic |
| Special Features | Manual |
| Item Weight | 136 g |
