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French press coffee
A French press suits a coffee with a full body and natural sweetness that shines in a longer brew. Here are our coffees that taste best from a French press.
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How to brew coffee in a French press
- Use about 30 grams of coffee for 500 ml of water, a ratio of roughly 1 : 16.
- Grind coarsely, roughly like sea salt.
- Pour over water at 93 to 96 °C and let it brew for 4 minutes.
- Then press the plunger slowly and pour the coffee straight away so it stops brewing.
Why French press coffee turns bitter or muddy
Bitterness usually means the grind is too fine or the brew too long. A muddy cup comes from fine dust in the grind: grind coarser and leave the last sip in the pot.
Frequently asked questions
How coarse should I grind for a French press?
Coarse, roughly like sea salt. Fine coffee passes through the mesh and makes the cup muddy and bitter.
What ratio of coffee to water?
About 60 grams of coffee per litre of water, so 30 grams for 500 ml.
How long should it brew?
4 minutes, then press slowly and pour straight away.
Why is my French press coffee muddy?
Because of fine dust from grinding. Grind coarser and leave the last sip in the pot.
Which coffee for a French press?
A medium roasted whole bean coffee with a full body and notes of chocolate and nuts.