I love a French press coffee, but what I don’t love is the sludgy siltyness you get at the bottom of the cup, which raises the question, can you use a paper filter with a french press and will this give you a cleaner cup? I thought this was the perfect continuation of the French press series of ...

There are loads of great ways to brew coffee and hundreds of different kinds of coffee machines out there. You can buy machines that turn coffee beans into hot java at just the press of a button or incredibly complex ones that offer a full, hands-on, barista experience. For many of us, ...

I first noticed it in my French press, the water goes in and this foamy bubbly layer appears on top, what is that? This is one of the first things I discovered on my coffee journey and one that has always stuck with me. This foam or bubbles are made by trapped carbon dioxide being ...

Brewing coffee in a French press releases intense and full-bodied flavors as there are no paper filters to remove excess oils. Due to this and the fact that the coffee spends a longer time in contact with the hot water, the tastes do differ from a standard drip coffee maker. This begs the ...

There are loads of great options out there when it comes to choosing a french press. The typical design is usually based on borosilicate glass as this is non-porous so doesn't absorb stains or odors. The issue with glass is that it breaks. Even with a good warranty, this doesn't stop ...

As much as I enjoy ordering a sharp espresso or creamy latte from my favorite coffee shop there will always be a space in my heart for the french press. The rich and bold flavors it produces alongside the satisfying motion of the plunger makes it a great option for those bleary-eyed mornings. ...

I remember when I first heard of the term 'coffee blooming' I initially discarded it as something far too technical to be of importance to my coffee brewing routine. As I ordered a pour-over in my local coffee shop I watched in disbelief as the Barista, equipped with his ultra-fancy gooseneck ...

If you love coffee and if you've sampled many cups of java in your life then you've probably come across the infamous, just-not-quite-right cup of joe. Whether it's burnt and bitter or thin and watery, nothing ruins the day quite like a cup of disappointment. The good news is that a lot of ...

This is it! The jury is out and it’s time to clear up once and for all, which is the best brewing method. The delicate French Press or the sleek Moka Pot? The two coffee brewing vessels both bring a variety of cards to the table and each one has a rich and full-bodied argument as to ...

The French press comes out, the kettle boils, the water goes in, and then you wonder... Should I stir? You need to stir your French Press after the water goes in to ensure that all the grounds are completely soaked. If you don’t stir you could get clumps of dry grounds that don’t get ...