Sure, some coffee snobs turn their noses up at French press coffee, but Coffeeness readers know better. That’s all true - and completely off the mark. What’s worse, compared to the care and attention to detail required for an espresso machine or pour-over coffee maker, a press pot seems very rough around the edges.
You’d think people no longer know how to use a French press! Why Isn't the French Press More Popular?įor all its supposed Frenchness - it’s sort of Italian - the French press is neither sexy nor is it a rainmaker in terms of profitability for manufacturers. At least, that’s the impression I get surveying the specialty coffee scene. No one ever seems to give any love to the good ol French press. Old coffee stuck in the filter will impart unpleasant bitterness we recommend thoroughly cleaning your French Press after each use.Ask, “Anyone for a cup of coffee?” and most people immediately start dreaming of pour-over drippers, portafilters or even super-automatic espresso machines.The ideal temperature is around 200°, which you can achieve by bringing the water to a boil and then letting it sit one minute. Boiling-hot water can scorch the coffee and cause bitterness.Consider using a burr grinder, if you aren’t already, or changing the burrs on your grinder if they're getting old. Uneven grinding can also contribute to bitterness: tiny pieces of ground coffee (called ‘fines’) extract faster than larger pieces.Leaving the coffee in contact with the grounds after it’s done brewing will result in over-extraction, so we recommend you decant the coffee immediately. Bitterness is usually a result of over-extraction.Buy quality whole bean coffee and grind it just before use. However, the French Press can leave a bitter taste in your mouth if not brewed appropriately.
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