French Press

Step 1

Place the pot on a dry, flat surface. Hold the handle firmly, then pull out the plunger

Step 2

Add a heaping tablespoon (7-8 grams) of coffee to the pot per 200 ml (6.7 oz) of water

Step 3

Pour hot water—not quite boiling—into the pot, and gently stir

Step 4

Carefully reinsert the plunger into the pot, stopping just above the water and ground coffee (do not plunge yet), and let stand for 3-4 minutes

Step 5

Press the plunger down slowly, exerting steady pressure

Step 6

After each use, wash the pot with water and mild detergent, and dry thoroughly