Rancilio - Rocky SD Doserless Grinder

The perfect coffee grinder for your home coffee corner

The Rancilio Rocky SD (doserless model), available in black (for a little upcharge) or silver (with a black faceplate), is an affordable entry-level home espresso grinder. The burrs are steel and they are relatively small in the landscape of such things—only 50mm—but they are speedy (spinning at 1350 RPM), especially for their size, a testament to the hardy motor inside; and consistent, repeatedly grinding out double-shot doses at a rate of at least one gram per second (although, in our tests, that number was about 1.5g/s). The Rocky is predominantly an espresso grinder, but, thanks to the stepped adjustment collar that offers a huge range (40 in all) of grinding options (from fine powdery espresso all the way up to cold brew), it can also serve as a brew grinder in a pinch.

Like the other Rocky, the one of film franchise fame, this one has been around a while and is still relevant. With little trouble, then, Rocky users can search the internet to find helpful advice, reviews, videos, etc., and even contribute to the growing body of knowledge on this beloved little grinder. In addition, Rancilio has had all those years to refine the original model, which it has used to add contemporary touches, such as the translucent blue hopper and chute and rounded grinds tray, without losing sight of what makes it so popular: the burrs, motor, and modern metal body that haven't needed to be updated because they work. The Rocky remains one of the most affordable espresso grinders on the market and perfectly complements the similarly affordable Rancilio Silvia for an enviable entry-level home espresso setup, one that punches above its weight.