Abstract: A unit includes a container module with a coffee bean container and a portioning device for metering coffee beans. The module as a whole is configured for connection to a coffee apparatus, the connection enabling a metered delivery of coffee beans from the module into a grinder. The coffee bean container is tightly closed prior to the first use and, after an opening operation, has an opening through which coffee beans enter into the portioning device. The coffee bean container is coupled with the portioning device in a releasable and reconnectable manner by use of a coupling element. The opening can be closed again when the coffee bean container is separated from the portioning device. The unit makes it possible to handle and enjoy coffee in a cost-effective and environmentally aware manner.

Abstract: An apparatus for dosing coffee beans for the purpose of selecting a metered quantity to be ground comprises a portioning device with a metering chamber having a receiving volume for receiving the coffee beans. The receiving volume is variable. Preferably, the setting of the metered quantity is performed mechanically, wherein the effect of the settings on the portioning device takes place mechanically. Preferably, the apparatus comprises a setting ring for manually adjustment of the metered quantity.

Abstract: A unit of a coffee apparatus, in particular a coffee machine for brewing a coffee drink, includes a coffee bean container for storing the coffee beans, a portioner for portioning the coffee beans for an individual portion, and a grinder for grinding the portioned coffee beans. The coffee bean container and the portioner are formed in a common container module. The unit has a module receptacle, by which the container module can be connected during use and removed after use, and the container module has settings for a portion amount and a degree of grinding, which can be selected by the user. The portion amount setting influences the portioner and the degree of grinding setting influences the grinder. A simple, cost-effective and easy-to-use information exchange module between coffee container and coffee apparatus is thereby created.