French Press

☕ French Press Brewing Guide

 

Perfect for: Full-bodied, rich, and flavorful coffee


📦 What You'll Need

  • ☕ Freshly ground coffee (Coarse grind)
  • 💧 Hot water (92–96°C)
  • 🫖 French Press
  • ⏱️ Timer
  • ⚖️ Scale (recommended)

📏 Coffee to Water Ratio

1 : 15

Coffee Water
20g 300ml
30g 450ml
40g 600ml

🥄 Grind Size

🟤 Coarse Grind

Looks like coarse sea salt.


👨🍳 Brewing Steps

1️⃣ Preheat

Warm the French Press with hot water, then discard the water.

2️⃣ Add Coffee

Add your freshly ground coarse coffee.

3️⃣ Bloom (30 Seconds)

Pour about 60ml of hot water over the grounds and let it bloom for 30 seconds.

4️⃣ Pour Remaining Water

Slowly pour the rest of the water until you reach the desired amount.

5️⃣ Stir

Gently stir once or twice to ensure all grounds are saturated.

6️⃣ Steep

Place the lid on with the plunger pulled up.

⏱️ Steep for 4 minutes

7️⃣ Press

Slowly press the plunger down with steady pressure.

8️⃣ Serve Immediately

Pour all the coffee into your cup (or a separate server) to prevent over-extraction.


🌟 Brewing Tips

✅ Use freshly roasted coffee (7–30 days after roasting)
✅ Grind just before brewing for maximum aroma
✅ Use filtered water for a cleaner taste
✅ Don't leave coffee sitting in the French Press after brewing


☕ Best For

  • Rich body
  • Chocolate & nutty notes
  • Low acidity
  • Smooth mouthfeel

Perfect for Rest & Roast Estate Reserve, Single Origin Robusta, Arabica, and your signature blends.


Quick Brew Summary

⚙️ Setting Recommendation
Grind 🟤 Coarse
Water Temperature 🌡️ 92–96°C
Brew Time ⏱️ 4 Minutes
Ratio ⚖️ 1:15
Roast ☕ Medium to Dark

Result: 🍫 Rich • Bold • Smooth • Full-bodied