A french press, also known as a cafetière, cafetière à piston, caffettiera a stantuffo, press pot, coffee press, or coffee plunger , is a coffee brewing device, although it can also be used for other tasks. Why do they call it a French press? Which gets us back to the original question, why is it … Read more
slow drip: This method has gained popularity in Japan, and involves slowly dripping cold water over coffee grounds and through a filter The coffee never sits in the water so there is less extraction, and the slow drip brewer takes care of the filtering step for you. Is slow drip coffee better? Pour speed and … Read more
The french press has been in the news for awhile as an unhealthy way to brew coffee, because it’s filter doesn’t filter out the cafestol Cafestol is a substance that causes the body’s LDL, the “bad” cholesterol, levels to rise. Is it unhealthy to use a French press? unfiltered brew contains diterpenes, which are oily … Read more
Brewing coffee with a french press requires a coarse, even grind A coarse ground will look somewhat chunky. Because the coffee is steeped in boiling water, the contact time between the water and coffee is much longer, which requires a coarser grind. Grinding the coffee too coarse will make the coffee weak. What grind should … Read more
It’s simple with a saucepan The amount of grounds should be the same amount you’d use in a coffeemaker. Set the burner to medium-high and bring the coffee to a boil. Stir occasionally and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 4 minutes, then use a ladle to scoop the finished … Read more
One of the biggest differences between espresso machines is whether or not it is pump-driven, as espresso is made by pushing hot water through ground coffee. There are three main types of espresso machine: lever-driven, steam-driven and pump-driven Do espresso machines have a pump? One of the biggest differences between espresso machines is whether or … Read more
Will the VSSL Java coffee grinder fit inside of an AeroPress Go? A. No I couldn’t jam the VSSL Java inside the AeroPress Go handle. Does the 1zpresso q2 fit in an AeroPress? 1Zpresso Q2 is a compact and lightweight manual coffee grinder that offers excellent portability and grind quality. It can fit perfectly into … Read more
The main difference between french press and drip coffee is the extraction of coffee in hot water In drip coffee maker, hot water passes through grounds while extracting oils from coffee. On the other hand, in French press, coffee grounds are steeped in water for an extended period of time. Can you use French press … Read more
Lever espresso machines are much more forgiving, because YOU control the espresso extraction time with your own “elbow grease,” and strength If you did not tamp exactly so, or if there is some mineral buildup on your portafilter, it does not matter as much. Why are manual espresso machines better? Manual espresso machines are said … Read more
Use & Care. Wash in warm, soapy water before first use and dry thoroughly The glass carafe and stainless steel filter are dishwasher safe. How do you clean a bodum pour over carafe? Cleaning – 5/5 ⭐ Another highlight with the Bodum is how easy it is to keep clean. Simply slide off the cuff … Read more