For many people, coffee is the perfect way to start the day or to take a break during a busy workday. There are many ways to make coffee, but in this blog we are going to talk about the cafetière, also known as the French Press. This brewing method is popular because of the flavorful and aromatic coffee it produces. In this blog we will explain step by step how to make coffee with a cafetière.
Steps to make coffee with a cafetière
Step 1: Grind the coffee beans
To get started with making coffee with a cafetière, you need coarsely ground coffee. Therefore, grind the coffee beans to a coarse grind, so that the coffee is not ground too finely.
Step 2: Preheat the cafetière
Before you start brewing the coffee, it is important to preheat the cafetière. You do this by filling the cafetière with hot water and then discarding it.
Step 3: Add the coffee
Put the coarsely ground coffee in the cafetière. The amount of coffee you need depends on the size of the cafetière. A good guideline is to use about two tablespoons of coffee per 180 milliliters of water.
Step 4: Add the water
Now add the hot water to the cafetière. The ideal temperature of the water is between 90 and 96 degrees Celsius. Pour the water slowly and evenly over the coffee, so that all the coffee is covered.
Step 5: Stir and wait
Gently stir the coffee and water together and place the lid on the cafetière. Now let the coffee steep for about 4-5 minutes. This gives the coffee time to properly release its flavors and aromas.
Step 6: Press the coffee
Once the coffee has steeped sufficiently, press the coffee down using the plunger of the cafetière. Do this slowly and evenly, so that no coffee grounds end up in your cup.
Step 7: Pour and enjoy
Pour the coffee into a cup and enjoy the flavorful and aromatic coffee you have just made using a cafetière.
Conclusion
Brewing coffee with a cafetière is a relatively simple way to make delicious coffee. By using coarsely ground coffee beans and letting the coffee steep slowly, a flavorful and aromatic coffee is created. By following the steps above, you can also enjoy a delicious cup of coffee with a cafetière at home.