Sumatra
A full-bodied, earthy profile with a syrupy mouthfeel, low acidity, and rich dark chocolate notes. A choice for a bold, heavy cup.
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French Press
What is French press coffee?
This brew takes its name from the device used to make it: the French press. This simple, manual coffee maker allows coffee grounds to steep gently in just-boiled water. When brewing is complete, the mesh filter is pressed down to separate the brewed coffee from the grounds.
Illustration: moka pot.
PREPARE YOUR BREW
Equipment
To make French press coffee, you will need:
- French press
- Kettle
- Thermometer (unless one is built into the kettle)
- Scale
- Grinder
FIND YOUR GRIND
Pick your French press grind size
Start with a coarse grind, then adjust as needed to brew your perfect cup.
CHOOSE YOUR BEANS
Find your French press flavour
Colombia
A balanced profile with smooth cocoa, caramel, and gentle citrus undertones. Enjoy it with or without milk.
Costa Rica
A bright yet sweet everyday cup, with notes of citrus, honey, and clean sweetness.
Ethiopia
Look for milk chocolate, jammy berry, and soft fruit notes in natural-processed coffees. These flavours can shine in an immersion brewer.
Guatemala
A structured cup with praline, chocolate, and subtle tartness, suited to exploring single-origin coffee.
Medium to medium-dark
Start here for a rich, balanced cup. Very dark roasts may taste overly burnt or bitter, while very light roasts can taste thin or sour if extraction needs adjusting.
Use these flavour profiles as a starting point. The beans, processing, roast, and brewing all shape the cup.
BREW WITH ME
Your French press brewing journal
Open the cover, then use the arrows to turn the pages.
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