How to brew with a coffee press

Brewing with a coffee press is called full-immersion brewing, as the grounds are immersed for the entire brew for a rich, bold cup. 

What you’ll need 

• Gooseneck kettle 
• 8-cup coffee press 
• Tablespoon 
• Mug 
• Spoon 
• 54 grams whole bean coffee, coarse ground  
• Hot water 

Water–coffee ratio 

• 10 grams (2 tablespoons) coarse-ground coffee per 180 grams (6 fluid ounces) of hot water 

Directions 

1. Prepare: Preheat the coffee press by rinsing with hot water. Discard the water before adding the grounds. 

2. Add coffee: Add the ground coffee to the empty coffee press. Give it a little tap for a nice, even field. 

3. Pour water:  Gently pour in a spiral motion to about an inch below the rim. The ideal temperature is just off the boil at 195-205 degrees Fahrenheit. 

4. Stir: Gently saturate the grounds by stirring a few times with a spoon. 

5. Brew: Secure the lid and let the coffee brew for 4 minutes. 

6. Plunge: Steadily push the plunger down to separate the coffee from the grounds.  

7. Serve: Pour your coffee into a mug and enjoy!