French Press

French Press Coffee

What is a French Press?

This method has fallen out of popularity in recent years, but is still one of the most recognizable coffee vessels to the average drinker. Known for a robust and thick texture, the coarse grind on this coffee is steeped without a filter giving it an intense flavor and smooth mouth feel. When has anything food with “French” in the name ever been bad?

 

RATIO FOR COFFEE WITH A FRENCH PRESS

Ratio: 1:12

Coffee: 30 grams

Water: 350 grams

Grind Size: Course

 

What You'll Need

Coffee

French Press

Electric Kettle

Grinder

Digital Scale

Stirring Spoon

Mug

 

HOW TO BREW COFFEE WITH A FRENCH PRESS

Step 1: Fill kettle and turn it on to heat.

Step 2: Weigh your beans to 30g.

Step 3: Set your grinder to course and grind your beans.

Step 4: Add grounds to French Press.

Step 5: Bloom with ~60g of water for 30 seconds.

Step 6: Stir the bloom.

Step 7: Pour water up to 350g and stir again.

Step 8: Steep for ~4 minutes.

Step 9: Plunge the French Press, fill your cup and enjoy!