French Press Coffee Ratio: Brew the Perfect Cup

French press coffee ratio

Ah, the French press – a classic and timeless method of brewing a rich cup of coffee. This simple yet elegant gadget has been a favorite of coffee enthusiasts for generations. For a good reason: it produces a rich, full-bodied cup of coffee that is hard to beat. But with so many variables at play … Read more

How Long to Steep French Press: The Secret to a Perfect Brew

How long to steep French Press

French press coffee is a beloved brewing method that allows coffee lovers to experience their coffee beans’ full flavor and aroma. It is a simple process that involves steeping coffee grounds in hot water before plunging the plunger to separate the brewed coffee from the grounds. Steeping time is one of the most critical factors … Read more

Can You Make Coffee Crema With a French Press? (And How?)

A Cafetiere with no crema

When high-pressure espresso machines were first invented in the 1940s, the crema was viewed as an undesirable byproduct of the pressurized extraction process.  Achille Gaggia, the creator of the first machine with enough pressure to produce crema, began referring to the floating foam as ‘coffee crema’ (coffee cream in Italian), and eventually, the bitter-tasting foam … Read more

Does A French Press Make Coffee Less Acidic?

Does a French Press Make Coffee Less Acidic

The beauty of using a french press to brew your coffee is that you have full control over the variables that affect the taste. This means that you can perfect your process over time to get your cup of coffee tasting exactly the way you like it. Using a french press doesn’t make your coffee … Read more