Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Gray unboxes the Baratza Vario+ and puts its key features to the test with a fresh espresso shot. Equipped with 54-millimeter flat steel burrs, independent micro and macro adjustment arms, and both weight and timer-based dosing, the Vario+ is built for clarity, control, and repeatability. In this video, Gray sets it up and brews a balanced shot to see how the grinder performs under real conditions. If you're looking for a high-performance home grinder with commercial-grade consistency, this is a great place to start.
Recipe:
Coffee dose: 18 grams
Espresso yield: 36 grams
Brew ratio: 1:2
Shot time: 25–30 seconds
Grind setting: 2Q on the Vario+
0:00 Intro
0:22 Unboxing
1:09 Washing
1:19 Setup
2:00 Grind Settings
2:50 Grinding Modes
3:29 Espresso
4:23 Outro
Gray unboxes the Baratza Vario+ and puts its key features to the test with a fresh espresso shot. Equipped with 54-millimeter flat steel burrs, independent micro and macro adjustment arms, and both weight and timer-based dosing, the Vario+ is built for clarity, control, and repeatability. In this video, Gray sets it up and brews a balanced shot to see how the grinder performs under real conditions. If you're looking for a high-performance home grinder with commercial-grade consistency, this is a great place to start.
Recipe:
Coffee dose: 18 grams
Espresso yield: 36 grams
Brew ratio: 1:2
Shot time: 25–30 seconds
Grind setting: 2Q on the Vario+
0:00 Intro
0:22 Unboxing
1:09 Washing
1:19 Setup
2:00 Grind Settings
2:50 Grinding Modes
3:29 Espresso
4:23 Outro
