The Complete Guide to Using a French Press and How to Make the Perfect Cup of Coffee
What is a French Press?
A French Press is a machine used to brew coffee by forcing water under high pressure into a filter containing ground beans. Filtered coffee is then collected at the bottom of the pot. Coffee brewed in this manner tastes rich and strong. The result is a darker cup than if brewed using drip or espresso methods.
Why You Need A French Press In Your Life
- Drip coffee is the winner because it produces a richer flavor. However, if you want light coffee, then the French press is the right choice.
- Coffee filters remove flavors and oils from the coffee. Drip machines do not add any flavor or oils into the coffee. French presses add tiny bits of coffee grounds into the coffee that percolate flavor.
What Is French Press Coffee?
The French press coffee maker is used to make coffee by putting coarsely ground coffee into a pot or carafe containing boiling water. After steeping the grounds in the hot water, the plunger is pulled out to extract the coffee.
This method produces a better tasting coffee than others, but it takes more time. Less heat means less bitterness.
Tools & Ingredients Need For French Press Coffee
- French Press: A French Press makes an excellent cup of coffee. You’ll need a Bodum original 12 oz press to get the job done. Treat it right and it will last for many years.
- Filtered Water: To make really great tasting coffee you need to use quality water. You can use bottled water or filtered water from your tap.
- Coffee: To make really great tasting coffee you need to use quality water. You can use bottled water or filtered water from your tap.
How To Use A French Press To Make Coffee
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Ingredients and Tools Need
Filtered Water 2 cup
Grind Coffee 1 tbsp.
- Tools
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Step’s To Make French Press Coffee
- Coffee beans should be ground before putting them into the French Press. A fine grind could cause the beans to clog up the holes in the filter.
- You should add as much water as you want, but if you’re going to use espresso beans, then you need to add water in the ratio 1:2.5 (1 cup coffee : 2 cups water).
- Leave your coffee to brew for 4 minute. Adjusting the timing is optional. A coffee should be brewed for 4 minute because this is the most optimal time for getting the best taste out of it.
- Carefully push the plunger down, pressing the coffee grounds to the base of the plunger. Pouring the coffee into mugs is the most important part of this process. Enjoy the taste of freshly brewed coffee!
Notes For Make Best French Press Coffee
- Get ready for a great cup of coffee!
- Grind your coffee before making it. You won’t regret it!
- For coffee lovers everywhere, here’s how to get started making your very own great-tasting espresso.
FAQs For Make Best French Press
How to Best Clean a French Press
Start by cleaning the coffee maker. Then, disasemble the plunger and clean each piece separately. Use a sponge or brush to scrub the pieces. Rinse them off with a solution of baking soda and water. Dry the pieces with a towel. Reassemble the French press and then, brew some more coffee!
