French Press

One of the best ways to enjoy coffee at home is by using a French Press. While the allure of having a classy pump-driven espresso machine is undeniable, a French Press allows you to have great coffee with very little skill. I have a 1-cup French Press that I use every day.

Using a French Press is very simple :

1. Put your coffee grounds in the press
2. Add water just off the boil
3. Steep for four minutes
4. Press down the plunger
5. Enjoy!

For best results, I recommend using freshly ground coffee beans, of course. When you stop by at your favourite coffee retailer, tell them you want a coarse grind, or just tell them you want to use the coffee in a French Press.

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