{"product_id":"macap-leo-55-essential","title":"Macap LEO 55 Essential Espresso Grinder – 55 mm Flat Burrs","description":"\n\u003cdiv class=\"cl-product\" style=\"max-width:960px;margin:0 auto;font-family:inherit;line-height:1.65;color:inherit;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:26px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:12px;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eMACAP | ESPRESSO GRINDERS\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:clamp(26px,4vw,38px);line-height:1.2;margin:0 0 15px;\"\u003eMacap LEO 55 Essential – Precision Grinding, Made Simple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003eGreat espresso starts with the grind. The \u003cstrong\u003eMacap LEO 55 Essential\u003c\/strong\u003e combines 55 mm flat burrs, precise micrometric adjustment and programmable on-demand dosing in a compact grinder designed for serious espresso preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWith Macap's Silent System technology, an adjustable portafilter fork and a straightforward four-button interface, it brings thoughtful Italian grinder engineering to your daily coffee routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Macap LEO 55 Essential?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e55 mm Flat Burrs for Espresso\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 55 mm flat burrs deliver a consistent grinding platform for dialing in espresso. With an output of approximately 1.3–1.7 grams per second, the LEO 55 Essential is built for convenient on-demand grinding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eStepless Micrometric Grind Adjustment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEspresso is sensitive to small changes in grind size. The stepless micrometric adjustment lets you fine-tune your setting without being limited to fixed clicks, helping you adapt to different coffee beans and extraction recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eProgrammable Dosing Without Complication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eChoose from three programmable dose settings or continuous grinding. The four-button interface includes a PLAY button for activation and a dose counter to help you keep track of grinder use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eSilent System Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMacap's Silent System is designed to reduce grinding noise, making the LEO 55 Essential an appealing choice for home kitchens, coffee corners and quieter workspaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Everyday Convenience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA height-adjustable portafilter fork supports a comfortable grinding workflow. The compact footprint, 300 g bean hopper and accessible burr design make the grinder practical for regular espresso preparation and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px 0;border-top:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;width:45%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eMacap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eLEO 55 Essential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eBurrs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e55 mm flat burrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eGrind adjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eStepless micrometric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eGrinding output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e1.3–1.7 g\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eHopper capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e300 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e310 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eMotor speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e1680 RPM at 60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eDimensions (W × D × H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e131 × 183 × 380 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e6.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eDosing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e3 programmable doses + continuous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eInterface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e4 buttons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eNoise reduction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eMacap Silent System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003ePortafilter support\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;\"\u003eHeight-adjustable fork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px 0;border-top:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eIs the LEO 55 Essential Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose this grinder if you:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWant a dedicated grinder for a traditional espresso machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePrefer fine control over espresso grind size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWant programmable dosing for your daily routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eValue a compact footprint and reduced grinding noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWant a grinder with an adjustable portafilter support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsider another model if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you primarily prepare filter coffee, need a purpose-built low-retention single-dose grinder, or want a touchscreen interface and higher grinding speed. The Macap LEO 55 Touch is a higher-output alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px 0;border-top:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eMacap LEO 55 Essential vs. LEO 55 Touch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;min-width:420px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #bbb;\"\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px 6px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px 6px;\"\u003eEssential\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px 6px;\"\u003eTouch\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003eBurrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e55 mm flat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e55 mm flat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e310 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e390 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e1.3–1.7 g\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e1.8–2.2 g\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e4 buttons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e2.4-inch touchscreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003eHopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e300 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 6px;\"\u003e300 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Essential focuses on practical programmable controls and espresso performance. The Touch adds a touchscreen interface and faster grinding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px 0;border-top:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKeep your grinder performing consistently by cleaning away accumulated coffee residue and oils. Switch off and unplug the grinder before cleaning. Follow the Macap user manual for removing and cleaning components, and avoid water near electrical parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor routine maintenance, explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cifeliegeois.com\/collections\/grinder-cleaner\"\u003egrinder cleaning products\u003c\/a\u003e, including Urnex Grindz. Always verify that your cleaning method is approved for your grinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px 0;border-top:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e1. Is the Macap LEO 55 Essential suitable for espresso?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Its flat burrs and stepless micrometric adjustment are designed for precise espresso grinding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e2. What size burrs does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt uses 55 mm flat grinding burrs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e3. Does the grinder have programmable dosing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. It offers three programmable dose settings and a continuous grinding mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e4. Does it grind by weight?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. It uses programmable timed dosing rather than an integrated weighing system. Use a separate coffee scale when exact dose weight matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e5. Is it quieter than a typical espresso grinder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt features Macap Silent System technology for reduced grinding noise. Actual sound levels depend on the environment and operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e6. How much coffee fits in the hopper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer specifies a 300 g bean hopper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e7. Can I use it with different espresso machines?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. It is designed for grinding coffee for traditional espresso machines. The adjustable fork accommodates different portafilter setups, although individual fit should be checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e8. Can I use it for filter coffee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe LEO 55 Essential is primarily intended for espresso. For frequent pour-over or French press preparation, a dedicated filter grinder may be more convenient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e9. How do I adjust the grind?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eUse the micrometric adjustment knob to make fine changes. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when adjusting toward finer settings, and purge retained grounds after changing grind size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e10. Is the LEO 55 Essential a single-dose grinder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt can grind a measured quantity of beans, but its standard configuration is a hopper-fed, on-demand grinder rather than a dedicated low-retention single-dose model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e11. How do I clean the grinder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTurn off and unplug the unit. Clean the removable hopper as directed in the manual, wipe exterior surfaces carefully, and follow the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning the burr chamber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e12. What is the difference between the Essential and Touch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Essential has a four-button interface, a 310 W motor and a rated output of 1.3–1.7 g\/s. The Touch has a 2.4-inch touchscreen, a 390 W motor and a rated output of 1.8–2.2 g\/s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e13. Can I replace the burrs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBurrs are serviceable components. Replacement should follow Macap's service guidance using compatible parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e14. Is a drip tray included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer lists the coffee tray as an optional accessory, not a standard included feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:24px 0;border-top:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Espresso Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePair the Macap LEO 55 Essential with fresh whole-bean espresso coffee, a precision coffee scale and a compatible traditional espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor upkeep, discover \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cifeliegeois.com\/collections\/grinder-cleaner\"\u003egrinder cleaning products at Café Liégeois\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cifeliegeois.com\/collections\/cleaning-brush\"\u003ecleaning brushes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to improve your espresso routine?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Macap LEO 55 Essential combines precision, programmable convenience and compact Italian design in one dedicated espresso grinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"SBS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43287542661209,"sku":"ALEES171US","price":799.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/5889\/files\/macap-leo-55-essential-1716265.webp?v=1778044872","url":"https:\/\/cifeliegeois.com\/products\/macap-leo-55-essential","provider":"Café Liégeois Canada Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}