The French press is a classic and straightforward brewing method, known for producing a full-bodied, rich cup of coffee. Using immersion brewing, it steeps ground coffee in hot water before separating the grounds with a metal mesh plunger.

This method allows more of the coffee’s natural oils and fine particles to remain in the cup, resulting in a heavier texture and a bold, rounded flavour profile.

Easy to use and highly consistent, the French press is a great choice for everyday brewing at home, no paper filters or fancy equipment required!

RATIO
1:15

QUANTITY
60g coffee to 900ml water

BREW TIME
~ 4 minutes

STEPS

Preheat your French press with hot water, then discard.

Add 60g of coarsely ground coffee to the carafe.

Pour in 900g of hot water evenly, saturating all the grounds.

Stir gently to break up the crust.

Place the lid on, with the plunger pulled up.

Brew for 4 minutes.

Press the plunger down, slowly to avoid agitating the grounds.

Serve immediately to avoid continued extraction or decant into another vessel.

RATIO
1:16

QUANTITY
30g coffee to 480ml water

BREW TIME
~6–8 minutes total

STEPS
Preheat your French press, then add 30g of coffee.

Start your timer and pour 480g of hot water.

Stir gently to ensure full saturation.

Let it steep for 4 minutes, uncovered.

At 4 minutes, break the crust with a spoon and gently skim off the top foam and floating grounds.

Place the lid on and don’t press yet — let it sit for another 4 minutes to settle.

Slowly press and pour carefully. For a cleaner cup, pour through a paper filter into a second vessel. Serve and enjoy!