French Press

The ultimate cup of coffee is within your reach. In order to preserve the efforts of the growers, graders and roasters who contribute to Ciel, we encourage vigilant brewing. Now that you have selected one of our recommended brewing methods, relish the ritual and aroma of brewing coffee. Should you require additional assistance, please contact the Ciel 24-hour Coffee Concierge.

Prep Time: 8 minutes

Brew Time: 5 minutes

Overview

Extracts flavorful oils resulting in a viscous and heavy brewed coffee
Yields a full-bodied and rich brew with slight sediment
Lighter flavor nuances can be overshadowed

You’ll Need:

17 grams Ciel fresh coffee beans for each 8 oz. cup
Frieling French press
Baratza Preciso or similar Burr Grinder
Fresh, filtered water (no apparent odors or tastes)
Hot water maker
Thermometer
Scale
Timer

Instructions:

Consult the measurement chart (below) and turn on hot water maker to begin heating ample water
Consult the measurement chart; weigh out the precise amount of coffee
Grind coffee to coarse grind particle size and add it to the press
Set the timer to countdown 5 minutes
When water is precisely 199˚F, add it to the French press to just below the pour spout and start the timer
Gently give the grounds a single stir (top off water level when necessary) to release the gases and ensure that all coffee grounds are wet
Carefully place the plunging apparatus on the press
After 5 minutes, slowly and carefully depress the plunger to the bottom of the press
When fully depressed, immediately transfer the brewed coffee to a thermal carafe
Allow the coffee to cool for at least 1 minute before enjoying

Measurements:

8 oz French press: 17 grams coffee
17 oz French press: 36 grams coffee
23 oz French press: 48 grams coffee
33 oz French press: 70 grams coffee