French Press Brew Guide

Brew a cleaner, better French press. Learn the best grind size, ratio, steep time, and plunge technique—without sludge.

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French press guide: ratio, steep time, and grind size

Rich, full-bodied coffee—without the sludge

French press is simple and forgiving, but the grind and steep time matter. Use this guide for a bold, clean cup, then fine-tune strength with your ratio.

  • Big body and lots of sweetness
  • Easy batch brewing for two (or more)
  • Coarse grind = cleaner cup