How to Brew the Perfect French Press Coffee

How to Brew the Perfect French Press Coffee

How to Brew the Perfect French Press Coffee

Brewing the perfect French press coffee is an art form, combining simplicity and rich flavor. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you achieve coffee nirvana with your French press.

Ingredients & Tools You’ll Need

Ingredients

  • Coffee Beans: For the best results, use freshly roasted Zakuccinos coffee beans. Buy Zakuccinos Coffee here
  • Filtered Water: The quality of water can make a significant difference. Always use filtered water.

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Step-by-Step Brewing Guide

1. Measure Your Coffee and Water

For a perfect cup, the standard ratio is 1:15, which means 1 gram of coffee to 15 grams of water. Start with 30 grams of coffee and 450 grams (or milliliters) of water.

2. Grind Your Coffee Beans

Grind your Zakuccinos coffee beans to a coarse consistency, similar to sea salt. This ensures the coffee doesn’t become over-extracted and bitter. Check out this image for what you should shoot for.

French Press Coffee Grind by US nickel

3. Heat the Water

Heat your filtered water to about 200°F (93°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, bring the water to a boil and let it sit for 30 seconds.

4. Add Coffee Grounds to the French Press

Place the French press on your kitchen scale, add the freshly ground coffee, and zero out the scale.

5. Pour in Water

Start a timer and pour half of the hot water over the coffee grounds, ensuring all the coffee is saturated. Let it bloom for 30 seconds. This allows the coffee to release trapped gases, resulting in better extraction.

6. Stir and Add Remaining Water

After the bloom, stir the coffee gently with your spoon. Then, pour the remaining water into the French press.

7. Steep

Place the lid on the French press with the plunger pulled all the way up. Let the coffee steep for 4 minutes.

8. Press and Serve

Slowly press the plunger down, applying even pressure. Pour the coffee immediately into your favorite mug to avoid over-extraction.

Enjoy!

There you have it – the perfect French press coffee. The rich, full-bodied flavor is sure to give you a fantastic start to your day. Don’t forget to clean your French press thoroughly after each use to maintain its longevity and keep your coffee tasting fresh.

For more tips and great coffee, visit our store at Zakuccinos. Buy Zakuccinos Coffee here.

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