French Press

An Introduction

Guide 1

French Press Brewing Guide

What You’ll Need:

• Coarse ground coffee
• Fresh, hot water (200°F / 93°C)
• French press

Steps:

1. Use a 1:15 coffee-to-water ratio (e.g., 30g coffee for 450ml water).
2. Add coffee grounds to the French press.
3. Pour hot water evenly over the grounds and stir gently.
4. Let it steep for 4 minutes.
5. Slowly press down the plunger and serve immediately.

✅ Pro Tip: Don’t let the coffee sit in the French press after brewing—it will over-extract and become bitter.

Guide 2

Pour-Over Brewing Guide

What You’ll Need:

• Medium-fine ground coffee
• Fresh, hot water (195-205°F / 90-96°C)
• Pour-over dripper (e.g., Hario V60, Chemex)
• Paper filter

Steps:

1. Use a 1:16 coffee-to-water ratio (e.g., 25g coffee for 400ml water).
2. Place a filter in the dripper and rinse it with hot water.
3. Add coffee grounds and start with a bloom: Pour a small amount of water (twice the weight of coffee) and let it sit for 30 seconds.
4. Slowly pour the remaining water in a circular motion over 2-3 minutes.
5. Allow the coffee to fully drain, then serve and enjoy.

✅ Pro Tip: Use a gooseneck kettle for better control over water flow.

Guide 3

Espresso Machine Brewing Guide

What You’ll Need:

• Fine ground coffee
• Espresso machine
• Tamper

Steps:

1. Use 18-20g of coffee for a double shot.
2. Evenly distribute coffee in the portafilter and tamp with firm, even pressure.
3. Lock the portafilter into the machine and start the extraction.
4. Aim for 25-30 seconds of extraction time to yield 1.5-2 ounces of espresso.
5. Serve immediately or use as a base for lattes and cappuccinos.

✅ Pro Tip: If the shot pulls too fast, use a finer grind. If it drips too slowly, use a coarser grind.