French Press

Pressed for time? Then better grab a regular cup of coffee, because French Press Coffee isn’t exactly the quickest way to create a good brew, but it’s got to be one of the best!

A French press is also known as a press pot. It has a fine mesh screen plunger that fits tightly against the walls of a glass cylinder pot. It was developed during the 1920's in Italy but after World War II it became the favorite method for home brewing in France. French Press Pots can be used to brew both tea and coffee.

Here’s the way to make French Press coffee. First, boil some water and let the water stand a few minutes so that it won’t burn the beans.

Next, add fresh semi-course ground coffee into the press’s glass pot.

Add the amount you want depending on how strong you like your coffee, usually about a tablespoon per cup. To get a better brew don't use too fine a grind, or you won't be able to press the plunger down.

Pour the hot water into the glass pot and give it a stir. If possible, preheat the glass pot so the coffee stays hot longer.

Next, let the water and grounds stand for 4 or 5 minutes to let it steep. (Any Longer and your coffee will start to cool.)

Put the screen on top of the pot and slowly press it down. This will separate the coffee from the water and press all the grounds to the bottom of the pot. (Make sure to press straight down and not at an angle so that you don’t break the glass.)

The resulting brew will be rich and thick. Viola, your coffee is ready to be served!

Because it doesn’t use a paper filter, a plunger pot allows the full flavor of coffee to be savored. What a great way to celebrate coffee making! What a great way to make your "first cup of the day"!

Check out these links to find French Presses and some new grinds: Fortunes Coffee at http://www.fortunescoffee.com/?/home_bre... , and the Ultimate Chef Store at http://www.ultimatechefstore.com/small-a...

Want to visit New Orleans for that distinctively French coffee flavor? Visit The American Coffee Company and taste their French Market Coffee at http://www.frenchmarketcoffee.com . This small third generation business sells wonderfully robust blends! Since 1890, they have been roasting and producing some of the finest coffee in the city of New Orleans. Look for their famous red can!

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