The French Press (also called a Press Pot or Plunger Pot) looks a bit like a lab breaker. It’s fitted with a tight plunger that strains and captures grounds as it is pressed to the bottom.
How To Use
Dump in coarsely ground coffee beans, add water, let steep (about 4 minutes) then press.
Pros
Because the grounds commingle with the water during the entire brewing cycle, more oils and solubles are released into the brew than with other methods. This produces a cup with a heavier body and a thicker mouthfeel. For this reason, the French Press is considered by many as the way to brew.
Cons
Cleaning
Shopping Tips
After you plunge your coffee, it will continue to steep (at a much slower rate). This can lead to overextraction, making the coffee taste bitter. So when buying a French Press, buy a size (2 cup, 4 cup, 8 cup) that brews only as much as you and your guests will drink right away or will pour into a thermos for later
