Do I need a separate grinder for espresso?

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Yes, unless you buy the Barista Express with built-in grinder. Pre-ground espresso works in pressurized baskets but fresh-ground is noticeably better. A $150 grinder (Baratza Encore ESP, 1Zpresso JX-Pro manual) transforms your espresso quality. The grinder matters more than the machine.

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