instant coffee to complex cappuccino machines - most people tend to make theirs
with the simplicity of an electric coffee maker. But there are other methods
accessible to you that can make a great cup of coffee, such as French press
coffee. If you haven't seen one in use, then you're missing out on a simple way
to produce a rich cup of coffee. The PotThe main hardware for French press
coffee is the plunger pot, and it's basically all you need in order to make
coffee with this method. It consists of a small jug with a sort of plunging
mechanism on top. This plunger has a sort of mesh on it which is used to filter
out the coffee grounds. In order to make French press coffee, you add water
directly to the grounds in your plunger pot and let it steep for a few minutes.
You then push down on the plunger to filter out the grounds from the liquid.
The making of French press coffee is no more difficult than that, easy enough
for anyone to operate.The CoffeeWhen you grind your beans for French press
coffee, you want to shoot for a coarse grind, since larger pieces will get
filtered out better by the mesh of the plunger. French press coffee will
produce a stronger brew than you'll get with a coffee machine, which is great if
you like a coffee with a lot of flavour. Keep in mind that with this method,
there will be some small particles in the coffee after pouring. This is normal,
and it doesn't mean that you're doing something wrong. One thing to know about
French press coffee is that it should be served right away, since the water and
grounds are still in contact. If you wait too long, the mix will become
unpleasantly acidic. So don't make French press coffee and expect it to be good
for a second cup in an hour. For this reason, most plunger pots are small in
size.ConvenienceFrench press coffee is remarkably easy to make and low-tech,
since you can make it without electricity. For this reason, it's great on
camping trips, since the plunger pot fits easily in a backpack and can be used
outdoors. Similarly, for those traveling without guarantee of a coffee machine
at their destination, a French press coffee jug can fit easily in your travel
bag and ensures you can have a cup wherever you go. With the convenience, ease
of use, and flavour that French press coffee making provides, it is sure to be a
hit with you and your family.