French press coffee is a classic brewing method. Due in part to the metal mesh filter (instead of paper) and an extended steep time, you get a very robust cup of coffee. It’s an easy process. Just follow these steps.

Determine how much coffee you’ll need. For a 32oz French press, you’ll use approx. 1/2 to 2/3 cup of coffee (about 10 level tablespoons). For a 64oz pot you’ll use 1 1/3 to 1 1/2 cup of coffee (about 18 level tablespoons). Adjust according to your taste preferences.
Grind your coffee. Adjust your grinder to a coarse setting. On most home grinders, use the coarsest setting available.




Add water. Water should be near but not at boiling temperature (~200°F). Leave enough room for the cover and plunger to fit in without overflowing the liquid.




Steep for 4 minutes. If needed, give it a light stir to saturate all the grounds. Steep with cover on to retain heat.




Slowly press plunger. This filters the coffee, pushing all the grounds to the bottom of the pot.




Pour & Enjoy.

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