Brewing with a French Press

This document will enable readers to brew coffee using a French Press.

Note: A Basic French Press is shown below, in pieces

on the left and assembled to the right. Also known as

a Cafeolette, Cafetière (Cafetière à piston), Coffee

Plunger, or Press Pot.

1. Assemble filtration plunger if necessary per the device instructions.

2. Measure the amount of beans needed for the coffee.

Note: Ideally, 2 Tablespoons for every 6

ounces of water. For stronger coffee,

increase the amount of beans as desired.

CAUTION: If the grind is too fine, the filter will

be damaged. In the enlarged image below, the grind

on the left is too fine, while the grind on the right is

appropriate.

4. Empty the measured, coarsely ground beans into the bottom of the French Press.

5. Heat the water.

Note: The water should not come to a full boil; 200

degrees Fahrenheit is an ideal temperature.

3. Grind desired beans on a coarse setting.

6. Pour the appropriate amount of water into the French Press, insuring that all the

grounds have been wetted.

Note: To enhance the coffee’s taste dimensions,

gently break Bloom by briefly stirring the

grounds.

7. Set a timer for four minutes.

Note: The process of the grounds rising to the

top of French Press will form a Bloom or

Crust at the top as pictured below.

8. Place the lid on the French Press with the plunging mechanism raised as in the

picture below.

9. Depress the plunging mechanism slowly and gently after steeping four minutes.

10. Pour the coffee into desired mug and enjoy.

DANGER: If the filter is depressed too

quickly, the hot liquid could spray

from the press, injuring the user.

CAUTION: Place a hand on

the lid while pouring to

ensure that none of the

pieces shift.

Note: Slurping the coffee

allows the drinker to fully

experience the coffee,

spraying the coffee to all

parts of the tongue.