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A French Press method requires coffee of a coarser grind than does a drip brew, as finer grounds will seep through the press filter and into the coffee. Coffee is brewed by placing the coffee and water together, stirring it and leaving to brew for a few minutes, then depressing the plunger to trap the coffee grounds at the bottom of the beaker.
Because the coffee grounds remain in direct contact with the brewing water and the grounds are filtered from the water via a mesh instead of a paper filter, coffee brewed with the French press captures more of the coffee's flavour and and essential oils, which would become trapped in a traditional drip brew machine's paper filters. French pressed coffee is usually stronger and thicker and has more sediment than drip-brewed coffee.
1) Getting Started
Use a high quality grinder set to coarse. 1 round tablespoon per 'cup' - about 4 oz.
Your water should be boiled before you grind the coffee. This ensures the freshest cup possible.
2) & 3) Pouring Water
Pour the slowly, saturating all of the grounds. A small bloom should form already. Fill the water to the appropriate level. Quickly grab a long spoon or chopstick and stir the slurry, this aids in the complete extraction of the essential oils and flavor of the coffee beans.
Time for a quick nap
Assemble the filter/plunger and let coffee steep for 2-4 minutes (depending on size).
4) Slow and Steady Act 1
Start pressing down in an even, controlled manner, always keeping the plunger rod absolutely straight. If it goes crooked, grounds will escape into the upper portion. Ready for some coffee!
5) Slow and Steady Act 2
Hold onto the lid and pour the fresh coffee into your favorite cup. Be careful to keep filter assembly on bottom. Slow and steady wins the race. Enjoy a great cup of coffee.
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