Coffee Journal: Brewing Guides & Gear Advice

French Press

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Sep 13, 2026 5 min read

Clean the carafe, plunger and hidden filter layers without damaging the glass or leaving soap and coffee fines behind.

Sep 11, 2026 7 min read

The best French press coffee ratio is 1:15 or 1:16 by weight. Use water weight to scale the recipe and adjust the next batch after tasting.

Sep 10, 2026 6 min read

Check the mesh, pressing speed and pouring technique when French press coffee tastes gritty. These six checks help locate the source of sediment.