Resource: French Press - the Gateway to Brewing Better

This episode is made available by Ciel Coffee www.Ciel.World 

Prep Time: 8 minutes

Brew Time: 5 minutes

Overview

Extracts flavorful oils resulting in a viscous and heavy brewed coffeeYields a full-bodied and rich brew with slight sedimentLighter flavor nuances can be overshadowed

You’ll Need:

17 grams Ciel fresh coffee beans for each 8 oz. cupFrieling French pressBaratza Preciso or similar Burr GrinderFresh, filtered water (no apparent odors or tastes)Hot water makerThermometerScaleTimer

Instructions:

Consult the measurement chart (below) and turn on hot water maker to begin heating ample waterConsult the measurement chart; weigh out the precise amount of coffeeGrind coffee to coarse grind particle size and add it to the pressSet the timer to countdown 5 minutesWhen water is precisely 199˚F, add it to the French press to just below the pour spout and start the timerGently give the grounds a single stir (top off water level when necessary) to release the gases and ensure that all coffee grounds are wetCarefully place the plunging apparatus on the pressAfter 5 minutes, slowly and carefully depress the plunger to the bottom of the pressWhen fully depressed, immediately transfer the brewed coffee to a thermal carafeAllow the coffee to cool for at least 1 minute before enjoying

Measurements:

8 oz French press: 17 grams coffee17 oz French press: 36 grams coffee23 oz French press: 48 grams coffee33 oz French press: 70 grams coffee

French Presses to Try:

Espro

Frieling

Bodum

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