The Simplicity Of French Press Coffee
Although there are different methods for producing a great cup of coffee - from 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 Pot
The 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 Coffee
When 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 flavor. 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.
Convenience
French 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 flavor that French press coffee making provides, it is sure to be a hit with you and your family.
Roland Jefferson is an online researcher based out of Los Angeles, Calfornia. For free recipes, tips and resources covering French Press Coffee, please visit: http://www.coffeehangout.info/FrenchPressCoffee.html
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