Ready to elevate your coffee game? A French Press might look intimidating, but it’s actually super straightforward and easy to use! ☕️
When utilizing a French Press, you’ll appreciate how it enhances the flavor of your cup and gives you the freedom to customize your brew to your liking. Plus, it’s a wallet-friendly choice since you don’t need paper filters!
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FULL STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS 👇
•Step 1: Preheat the French press with hot water (around 200°F). Fill it to the top and let it sit for a moment.
•Step 2: Grab your coffee beans and a spoon. Also, get your scale ready.
•Step 3: Weigh out your desired amount of coffee. (In the video, we chose to do 60g, but you can customize based on your preference.)
•Step 4: Grind your coffee beans. (Tip- Aim for a consistency similar to coarse sea salt.)
•Step 5: Add the coffee grounds to the French Press
•Step 6: Pour in hot water. (A general rule is to pour until all the grounds are fully saturated. Many people start with a 1:15 coffee-to-water ratio—1 gram of coffee to 15 grams of water—but you can adjust over time to suit your taste)
•Step 7: Swirl the French press gently, then let it sit for about 30 seconds to allow the coffee to "bloom."
•Step 8: Fill your French Press with more water until it’s ~1 inch from the rim.
•Step 9: Place the lid on and slowly press the plunger halfway down, then pull it back up. This helps ensure an even extraction by fully saturating the grounds.
•Step 10: Let the coffee steep for ~4–5 minutes. Then, slowly press the plunger all the way down.
(Note: Waiting too long or not long enough can lead to over- or under-extraction.)
•Step 11: Serve and enjoy!
