Learning continues

Only after the project was over, I learned how to use the French press.

The secret is not to press. Instead one has to use the plunger only as a filter.

So, first pour the water onto coffee grounds. Let it stand still for four minutes. Then stir it to make the grounds fall into bottom, and let it stand still for another 4-5 minutes.

Finally put the plunger in, but press it down until it touches the surface. Then gently pour the coffee into a cup. This way the sediments does not become stirred, and you get a sediment free coffee.

This is actually not different than the Finnish way to make coffee has been for several decades. Coffee has been brewed straight into the water kettle, and it is let to stand still long enough.

So, the metal filter on French press is only to filter away the large particles. But otherwise the French press is an useful kitchen utensil. It can be used to brew tea, froth milk, make whipped cream, rinse grains etc.

And when comes the time to rinse and wash the French press, it is easy. Just flush the coffee/tea grounds/leaves through a strainer. Dump them to compost! Do not stuck the drains! Then use hot water, dish washing liquid and the plunger to wash it, and then rinse.

Sources:

➽ The Ultimate French Press Technique by James Hoffmann at YouTube
➽ Smarter way to clean a French Press Coffee Maker by French Press Coffee at YouTube
➽ 15 Creative Uses for Your French Press by Caitlyn Hutson at Atlas Coffee Club