Ground Coffee
Ground coffee is roasted coffee that’s pre-milled, offering a convenient, ready-to-brew option for everyday consumers. It is sold in various grind levels—coarse, medium, or fine—depending on the intended brewing method.
Many coffee producers grind roasted beans before packaging, making it simple for consumers who lack a coffee grinder at home. Different grind sizes cater to distinct brewing approaches: coarse for French presses, medium for drip coffee makers, and fine for espresso or moka pots. These variations help extract the right balance of flavor, aroma, and body from the coffee grounds.
Commercially, ground coffee is widely available in supermarkets, big-box retailers, and online marketplaces. While it’s convenient, ground coffee can degrade in freshness more quickly due to higher exposure to oxygen. Some specialty roasters produce small-batch ground coffee with resealable packaging to preserve aroma and taste, striking a balance between convenience and quality.