Single Dose Espresso Grinders

Buy Single Dose Espresso Grinders Switzerland – from Varia VS3 to Weber EG-1

Single dosing means: you feed the grinder with the exact amount of beans you need before each shot – e.g., 18g for a double espresso – instead of using a storage hopper above the grinder. Advantages: fresh grounds per shot, possibility to use several bean varieties simultaneously, often optimized 0-gram retention. The workflow is slower than with hopper grinders, but more precise and transparent.

Single-dose grinders are the specialty community's design answer to the fresh grounds problem. Classic hopper grinders have beans that sit for several days in a plastic or glass container. Single dosing avoids this. Coffee Coaching Club carries around 20 active single-dose models from nine brands – from entry-level specialty (Varia VS3 from CHF 299) to endgame professional (Ceado E37Z-Hero CHF 5,899).

The Brands in the Cluster

Which Single-Dose Grinder for Which Workflow

Single-Dose Workflow Practice

A typical single-dose workflow: (1) Weigh beans (e.g., 18g on Acaia scale), (2) fill into the grinder's single-dose hopper, (3) start grinder, (4) eject grounds, (5) tap on ejection cup for any remaining grounds, (6) WDT (Weiss Distribution Technique) in the portafilter, (7) tamp and brew.

With modern single-dose grinders (Varia, Option-O, Ceado, Weber EG-1), retention is so optimized that virtually all fed beans are ejected as ground coffee – 0-gram retention or very close to it. This is different from classic hopper grinders, where often 1–2g of ground coffee remains in the grinding chamber.

Service in Switzerland

For Varia, we are the exclusive Swiss importer – service cases, maintenance, and spare parts directly through us. For Eureka, Mahlkönig, Ceado, Mazzer, Option-O, and Weber Workshops, we coordinate service via manufacturer workshops. WPM service via CCC. Free shipping in Switzerland and Liechtenstein for orders over CHF 60. Heylight installment payment possible.

In the showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b), you can directly compare single-dose grinders – for example, the same bean through a Varia VS6, an Option-O Lagom P80, and a Mazzer Philos. Please arrange an appointment briefly in advance.

What Goes Well With It

For espresso machines suitable for single-dose: dual boiler espresso machines with flow profiling (Lelit Bianca V3, Profitec Pro 700 Flowprofil, Arkel Tide), La Marzocco GS3 MP / Linea Mini R, lever machines (Manument, Profitec Pro 800, Rocket Bicocca). For filter use with dual-use grinders: V60 and pour-over drippers. For tools: Normcore WDT, WDT Tools, Dosing Cups, Tamper Collection. For premium scales: Acaia Lunar or Pearl – essential for exact single-dose bean weighing. For cleaning: Grinder Cleaning. For bean containers: Airscape. For beans from our own roastery: CCC's own roasts – single-dose is the ideal design for light specialty roasts like Wild Peach and Bright Cassis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the advantage of single dosing compared to a hopper workflow?

Three advantages: (1) Fresh grounds per shot – beans don't sit for days in an open hopper. (2) Multiple bean varieties in parallel – you can change beans for each shot. (3) Precise dosing – you know exactly how much ground coffee ends up in the portafilter (which often varies with hopper workflows).

Varia VS3, VS4, or VS6?

VS3 (CHF 299): accessible entry, smaller burrs. VS4 (CHF 499): with SCA Award 2026, updated burr design. VS6 (CHF 799): the flagship with the largest burrs and extended features. For beginners: VS3. For the latest burr design: VS4. For endgame in the Varia family: VS6.

Option-O Lagom Mini 2 or Lagom Casa?

Both are Option-O home single-dose grinders. Lagom Mini 2 (CHF 479): compact entry-level variant. Lagom Casa (CHF 589): enhanced Casa variant. Burr quality is very similar, differences in form factor and design. For premium home with clear design aspirations: P80 (CHF 1,899).

What is 0-gram retention?

With classic hopper grinders, some of the ground coffee remains in the grinding chamber (typically 1–2g per grind). This leads to inconsistent shots because some of the "old" grind is ejected with the next shot. Modern single-dose grinders are designed so that virtually all fed beans are ejected as ground coffee – 0-gram retention or very close to it. Ceado E37Z, Varia VS series, Option-O Lagom, and Weber EG-1 are known for particularly low retention.

Mazzer Philos or Option-O Lagom P80?

Both are premium single-dose grinders in the CHF 1,000–1,900 range. Mazzer Philos (CHF 1,189): Italian Venice manufacturer, specialty DNA, strong design. Option-O Lagom P80 (CHF 1,899): 80mm burrs, uncompromising specialty design, clear Option-O engineering. Mazzer is the Italian classic, Option-O is the specialty endgame in its respective segment.

Is the Weber EG-1 worth it?

If you pull specialty espresso daily, experiment with light roasts, and your entire setup is geared towards 0-gram retention and maximum grind quality: yes. The Weber EG-1 (CHF 3,749) is a reference in the specialty community, with 80mm flat burrs and Weber engineering. For occasional shots or less demanding setups, a Varia VS6 or Option-O Lagom P80 offers significantly better value for money.

Ceado E37Z Naked or E37Z-Hero?

Both are professional single-dose grinders with 83mm burrs and DLC options. E37Z Naked (CHF 4,499): the open design for specialty demands. E37Z-Hero (CHF 5,899): the flagship with extended features and top configuration. For home endgame: Naked. For top-of-the-line without compromise: Hero.

Can I test single-dose grinders before buying?

Yes, in the showrooms in Bern and Zurich Oerlikon. Direct comparison with your preferred beans through different grinding chambers – this is the best way to truly feel the difference between a Varia VS6, a Mazzer Philos, and an Option-O Lagom P80. Please arrange an appointment briefly in advance.