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French Press Brewing Tip – Leave You Lid Off

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Matt Perger from Barista Hustle observed an intriguing phenomenon while developing his Immersion Brewing course. When brewing coffee using a French Press, leaving the lid off during the brew appeared to significantly enhance extraction. This observation contradicts conventional expectations. Typically, keeping the lid on a French Press should help retain heat, thereby increasing extraction. (the French press, an immersion method James Hoffmann describes as forgiving and full-bodied) We recommend leaving the French Press lid off at least until the crust is broken to maximize extraction. This effect was previously noted in experiments aimed at determining the optimal time for breaking the crust during cupping. (SCA-standard cupping protocols, the industry benchmark for sensory evaluation) To ensure that the crust’s insulation did not affect the cupping process, we covered the cupping cups with polystyrene lids. We discovered that the extraction rate decreased the longer the polystyrene lid remained on. For more details, … Read More

Stainless Steel French Press – Frieling vs Espro

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A few reasons make the French press a great choice for all coffee lovers. Although it is really simple, it offers is very ease to use. The simplicity never comes as a disadvantage, and if you really want a delicious cup of coffee, you can always rely on this simple coffee maker. Insert Image However, […] We thought this article was worth mentioning, all the credit goes to French Press Coffee, a website that takes French press brewing seriously.

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Learn How to Make Coffee with a French Press

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It’s no secret that I am partial when it comes to compare coffee preparation methods. French press is the perfect way to prepare your morning coffee, and there is nothing “love it, if you ask me. Instead of taking a detour to your local coffee shop, in your way to work, grab a bag of […] This article was worth syndicating, all the credit goes to French Press Coffee, a website that takes French press brewing seriously. Check the original article here: Learn How to Make Coffee with a French Press ….