Every coffee connoisseur needs a good grinder and Bodum produces some of the best. Purchasing your coffee whole bean and grinding it just before brewing is the best way to ensure freshness and give yourself a fair shot at “the perfect cup”.  This powerful, handy grinder has a transparent lid so the grounds can be observed for fineness.  The longer you grind your coffee the finer it gets.  This may take a bit of practice, but following the manufacturers recommendations will shorten the learning curve.