How To Brew Perfect French Press Coffee : Two Different Methods!

How to brew perfect french press coffee! Is it possible? Steven will show us in this video using two different methods how to make the best french press coffee at home. French press sediment? No longer an issue using the second recipe, so be sure to stick around and watch that!
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[@leesawatt5544]

OMG! using the second method of brewing - THE COFFEE EXPERIENCE I HAVE BEEN DREAMING OF! 1000 thank you's - and easy too. WOW . I tried my hand at pour over many many times and gave up so dug up my old french press. Prior to your vidieo I was not very happy with the results of this brewing method. Love the heavy body low acidity of FP but NOT the muddy mouth feel if you know what I mean. What I love about the 10 min method is that coffee tastes thick/full bodied AND clean. Cyber hug to you!

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

We're so glad it was helpful! Thanks for the kind words!

[@harshitrawat3856]

In the 2nd method he stirred the mixture. Do not stir it. Let the coffee grinds float up and then remove after 4 minutes. That’s the Hoffman recipe as well. If you stir the mixture the floaters will mix and ruin the objective of this method.

[@TheSirdavis]

The "2nd method" is simply an overly complicated version of letting the coffee brew in a jar, and then pour over a paper filter into a mug. It isn't french press.

[@risktrader3821]

THIS METHOD CAME FROM JAMES HOFFMAN, CHECK HIS CHANNEL.

[@sumeroo5689]

@@HomeGroundsCoffee No

[@GirtonOramsay]

This guy looks like he really needs a caffeine boost

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

You can say that again.

[@laurabrown1372]

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[@reedleatherware]

yea he sounds perfectly normal at 1.25x playback speed. hehe

[@NoBody-kt5lp]

Hahaha 1st thing I've noticed

[@joemusic2882]

Don’t make it so complicated.

[@wawilson3]

I’ve spent the past few days watching videos and overthinking the French Press. This video does the best job of cutting through the confusion and explaining why both methods work. Also, kudos for giving Hoffmann credit on the second method - others don’t.

[@magicsteve5523]

Here’s what I do: - Throw about 3 tablespoons of ground coffee into the pot - fill it about 2/3 of the way with water - wait 2 minutes - stir - wait 2 minutes - plunge - wait 2 minutes - pour, make sure to leave a little coffee in the French press as all the fines have sunk to the bottom and are in those last few drops. Perfect cup with no sludge whatsoever.

[@neoks6464]

Wow I just did everything you said and it was an excellent cup of coffee. Thank you very much sir !

[@mrssomeone2143]

yes, i have my coffee press present from my sister. i try arabica gold. reaaaallly good. i pour it into fresh milk. woww i just realize i dont need instant flavored coffee sachet anymore, or instant coffee drink bottle. next, i want to try wamena ground coffee....

[@jruch314]

Ill try this with a lil variety thrown in there to make it my own :)

[@warrensimpson3276]

Thats the way I always did it, just makes sense..right ??

[@cmloubert72]

Much simpler explaination than most of the coffee snobs... I thought coffee was for everyone... Anything can be turned into pretentiousness

[@AndrewCiszczon]

My love affair with coffee started with the French press. I enjoy the full body and don't mind the sludge. I hug my dog during brewing too! I just started watching James Hoffman a couple weeks ago. You offer something different. Thanks again!

[@HellGatefr2]

Hey, thanks for this very quality video ! I'm french and only use french press for my hot or cold coffee so maybe I can give a few humble notes, some of them are basic : _use a wooden thingie to stir your coffee, such as a wooden spoon handle _when pre heating your french press with a bit of hot water, you can always put the whole filter down so it gets heated too, then you can shake your french press so literally all the french press absorbs the heat from the water. The lid will become very hot of course if it's metal so watch out _depending on the coffee, it can give interesting results to submerge the coffee, using the filter, right below the surface of the water for the last 2 minutes of the brewing. it can quickly give bitterness though _it can give interesting results to pour only 20% of the water first, stir for 30 sec then pour the rest _grind your coffee yourself, and brew instantly, some people even say that after 15 minutes a ground cofee has emitted a lot of it's aromates _don't use tap water Personally I like to "shake" the last remaining of coffee in my mug to get all the "sludge" mixed in the coffee for the last sip, but maybe I'm just weird haha I didn't know about this second method using this press with filters, however are those plastic filters ? I would be afraid of endocrine disruptors

[@UrbanSikeborg]

Just curious: Why is it better to use a wooden tool (for example, a ladle) to stir the coffee?

[@otto_jk]

You can use tap water if it's high quality and soft. (Switzerland, Sweden, Finland etc.) Don't in France, Mediterranean, England etc.

[@rikardekvall3433]

Get a BRITA jar. I use it in Mallorca, so my Technivurm Moccamaster brewer doesn’t clog with lime scales and other bad taste.

[@lynnmarchiano8330]

The second brew method is simply the best , so full of flavor and clean- thank you!!

[@rgruenhaus]

Would the 2nd method work with a regular French press? I would hate to be pouring and have the plunger fall dumping coffee AND grounds.

[@andyjame811]

This is our second K-Classic. We had our first one for many years, so when we had to replace it, we wanted nothing else but this exact kzbin.infoUgkxBrV-RbF5Nk0Rlt9i15aao-YMzqzTG8Vf model. We use it for about three people everyday in the morning. The taste and quick brew is one of the reasons we like it so much. There are so many choices of brands of coffee that we would grab what was on sale and test the different brands from there. I would definitely recommend trying different brands of coffee to find the ones you like the most because there are brands that quite frankly taste horrible.

[@The_Joker_]

There’s no way I can ground coffee beans without sticking my nose in and filling my senses with that beautiful aroma. Ohhhh bliss.

[@coybi]

I think you mean grind

[@robertshirley1672]

I’ve been using the Espro, P7 for a year now. Using a 30 grind setting on the Baratza. Also did the 4min brew time as recommended. The resulting brew was fine, not great, just OK. But OMG, with the “no plunge” total of 10 min brew time, I am blown away. Best coffee ever! Cannot thank you enough.

[@derycristinatorresdedoming3648]

Thank you so much! Today I bought mine, I really didn't know how to use it but you explained so well.

[@LibertyLakeWildlife]

Your video is THE BEST video on French Press coffee. 15 to one.... Yes! 4 and 10 minute brews YES! Thank you for this!!!!!

[@stevehunter4235]

We French Press on the weekends and I would love to try this product! Thanks for all you have taught me over the years! I might even be a little coffee snobby now!!

[@springstern]

Thanks for sharing these recipes. Great video!

[@lukashacki2240]

I enjoyed this video and learned some new stuff! Thank you and best wishes from Germany!

[@akmaru]

I gave the second method a try and it was wonderful!

[@marionmarino1616]

Brilliant! Answered some things that puzzled me about using my French press.

[@bungalobill7941]

You are a coffee genius Sir. May your family grow all the beans and cabbage they need for winter, so as to not starve.

[@paulcollan6758]

Man, am I ever impressed when I see someone explaining something and they actually know what they're talking about. So many people make suggestions, write books, make videos and yap on and on without a clue. Thank you.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

That's what we're here for! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@notmyworld44]

Thank you! I've just today purchased the Bodum (brand) "Kenya" 4-cup French Press and had forgotten how to use one. Appreciate your video very much. Subscribed.

[@danjv]

French Press was our daily brew for years. We've since come up to pour over. V60 for my wife and I and a Melitta 10 cupper when we have friends. Sometimes we like the heavy "chewyness" of traditional French Press. Thanks for the info.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Thanks for sharing!

[@nette49]

I do have a French Press and I use it every once in a while. Because of the sludge I have to get ride of, I prefer using my Keurig. Pop in the pod. Press the choice of size. 1 minute. Big full mug. Community Coffee from Louisiana. Done. Although I have to admit, the coffee from the Press is SO good!

[@threelittlebirdsart9353]

That plunger/grind tip is great! I always wondered why sometimes it would be harder or easier.

[@petermorrison9568]

Been using James method for a while its brilliant also his channel is great All the best Pete ps you got a new sub thanks for sharing

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Thank you! We love James' channel as well!

[@baymoulie8712]

Thank you very well explained.

[@irajewel4059]

Loved your vid, very informative and has a sense of humour.👌♥️

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrShazaamm]

Love the choice in music 🎶 in the background. I have an old percolator I use when I'm at my grill (it's a big brick wood grill) and my son and I enjoy a cup while looking at the stars. Nice video!

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Sounds wonderful, thanks for watching!!

[@Matt-ec7yb]

I got a French press yesterday and I can never go back to the old drip coffee maker. I have seen the light lol

[@davidyuwa1598]

Me too!

[@EyesWideOp3n]

Started my journey last week! Wow what a difference from before

[@sumeroo5689]

@@davidyuwa1598 No

[@sumeroo5689]

@@EyesWideOp3n No

[@sumeroo5689]

@@messijr5145 No

[@jerry2154]

I haven’t made French press coffee in years. I tried the second method this morning and my God, probably the best cup of coffee I’ve had in a loooong time. Thanks for the info, man! ☕️

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

So glad to hear it! Have a great day!

[@gerryturley6070]

Hi. Thanks for the Video. With some flavoured grounds, even fine I use a basket paper filter over the plunger and it greatly reduces any sludge.

[@mathewcoulton641]

Only got into french press coffee a couple of months ago, loving it.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

That’s great, it’s a wonderful brewer!

[@PriyaPillai05]

Thanks for the video and I ended up with great coffee after trying both methods. :)

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@ninjachrish]

awesome video. thanks man.

[@b1ttersweettbabyy]

this was so helpful and ur funny. easiest to follow recipe ever!!!

[@vicBellamonkey]

Just bought one and can't wait to use it again..I like rich dark full flavor ☕ If I have a cup of tea then that's definitely depends on the type ..But I don't want my coffee to look like tea 🤣🤣☕😊Thanks for all the advice.

[@Martiniization]

Didn't know about that second, longer, method of French-press (i.e. with the additional filters). I'm listening a second time now to see if I can catch the name/brand of the second type of brewing device. Thank you for the useful, helpful info. I've subscribed. Really like your spirit for varying the results, as well as your spirit for increasing our enjoyment of coffee. Best wishes.

[@Bervick]

ESPRO

[@BennyLeSanto]

My man you have this dialed in haha! What a science this is. Very inspiring ... I absolutely love coffee and just started brewing at home...the smell of fresh ground beans bruhhhhh🤤🤤🤤🤤....love the video man🔥🔥🔥

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Yes it’s definitely quite the science! Enjoy home brewing, it’s a lot of fun. We have a lot of resources at www.homegrounds.co so check those out, and let us know if you have any questions! Happy brewing!

[@giulial4994]

Thanks for this tutorial! My coffee now tastes much better than before! 😁

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Great to hear!

[@Seokjinnnnie]

I just tested out my French press for the first time and followed this tutorial ! Not sure if I did it right (I used a blonde roast for the first time and it was pretty strong) but I enjoyed the process so much ! Very chill vibes

[@perry92964]

im new to french press as well i do enjoy the process of making it and i hated messing with the filters. i think this guy is making the process over dramatized and way more time consuming and his coffee is orange, i would drink his

[@michaelmerck7576]

I have used a French press for many many years and i have yet to encounter sludge or bits .i do it the basic way the Bodum instructions say ,no problems ,no issues just great coffee every time

[@jbarrelly]

Who knew!! Thank you. So sweet.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

You are so welcome!

[@WaRe1992]

I love my french press. it´s so easy and delicious.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

It really is!

[@katemitchell7837]

Can’t wait to try!

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Let us know how it goes!!

[@katemitchell7837]

@@HomeGroundsCoffee It was amazing! I've definitely upped my coffee game

[@brookhagen6188]

For stirring. Gentle! spin clockwise on around the wall. Then stir west/east. Last North/south.

[@celestebenamara6606]

THANK YOU!!

[@davidyuwa1598]

Love this!

[@slomo1716]

I purchased a French press years ago, for my work to enjoy coffee. Followed the instructions but always ended up with coffee grounds in my coffee. So I purchased a brewing station for coffee, which never tasted as good as the French press. Gave the brewing station away and pulled my French Press from the cupboard, been making the best coffee I've ever drank. DELICIOUS!!! Now use a tea strainer and a paper towel to eliminate the grounds from my cup of delish coffee!!!

[@michaelmerck7576]

I have used the French press just as the Bodum instructions says and I have drank excellent coffee with no sludge in my poured coffee

[@michaelmerck7576]

How do people keep finding this because mine has never done that

[@patrickometry]

That special smile right after the 7 minute mark... unexpected... hilarious... subscribed. Your coffee video was helpful, too.

[@4lottisintellect]

Great video, very helpful. Have you ever done a Clever dripper video?

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

We have not yet, but thanks for the suggestion!

[@MrNikibilly]

Great videos

[@tomhester3770]

Liked this video-pretty easy. I have a baratza encore also. What grind setting did you use.

[@barbarasylvain5060]

Rather than going by weight and using a scale, can't you go by measuring cup and tablespoons? I suppose eventually you could eyeball it and know how much, but this seems like a lot of to-do for a cup of coffee. Also...a lot of equipment involved: kettle, press, and grinder, although I could use the market's coffee grinder. This was fun to watch and I'll bet it could become like an art form to practice first thing in the morning. Thanks.

[@c0t556]

I really like this guy!

[@ripley275]

As another said, you can do this in a ball jar, since you’re not utilizing the “press”, after waiting, pour thru a silver mesh filter and enjoy. I don’t like using paper filters as you need to keep buying them and you may get a taste from them. That said, I just bought a silver Pour Over filter and I also have 2 French presses….LOL, but it was a learning process.

[@luzdlr]

I just bought and I ❤ it

[@raulehl]

Congratulations! You reveals me an easy and effective way to get a great coffee at home! Thank you very much!

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Happy to help!

[@jeffreyatvars148]

Cool. Thank you

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@lumh18]

The second recipe is 100... We really love it. We taste notes of flavor that we didn’t taste in the simply way. I didn’t like the French press, now I do.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

So glad to hear! It’s definitely our favorite French press recipe!

[@WorkingWeston]

Nice grinder 😋😋

[@donnadiesburg1869]

Thank you

[@Amin-tn1zi]

Two different things was interesting for me. The first was being so humble and truthful to admit and declare that the recipe isn't yours And the second one is that, I've seen this two different methods of brewing in various clips on the net, but no one has cleared the important difference between this two methods. Tanks a lot

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Thanks for sharing!

[@yuhuitong7717]

On the top of it. Your video editing skill worth another tutorial clip dedicatedly.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@miaschu8175]

Okay, I had noticed that using the plunger agitates all the coffee particles, when using the cafetiere, so I'm going to try this method. Thanks.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Hope you like it!

[@geatorella]

W O W - I've been brewing for 10 minutes or more and then pressing - and wondering why the result was always a little disappointing. Can't wait to try this tomorrow. Great tip - thank you!

[@NEMDUPARCDHIVER]

Nice sharing and see you.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@lauramorales9194]

Hi! Thank you for this video. I have a couple questions: I do not have a scale so how can I go about to ensure I use the correct coffee to water ratio if I were to use tablespoons and ounces? Would the coffee acquire a bitter taste after allowing it to sit for longer before pouring it?

[@warrensimpson3276]

There is NO correct amount,,don't know what he is talking about, it just takes a little trial and error to get the coffee as you like it...

[@theRishabK]

Great video man! Very well made and informative. I’m sorry if this question has already been asked, but doesn’t the coffee become cold in 10 whole minutes?

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Surprisingly not! Just doing everything you can to retain heat. Pre-heat the brewer, leave the plunger sitting on top to prevent heat escaping, etc.

[@rubyus7332]

I cover it with a kitchen towel while it’s brewing.

[@lucillefemine2339]

Great. I didn't know why the plunger was hard to press down.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Glad it was helpful!

[@michaelmerck7576]

It should just need a gentle continuall nudge as it glides down to the bottom. I don't get any sludge in my coffee by plundering the plunger, I can't imagine what all the fuss is about. The French press is the simplest method ever To.brew coffee

[@boldcord7947]

Your grinder sounds like you’re starting a formula 1 car

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Pretty much....

[@shaunflynn]

2nd. method seems interesting, as I do hate that sludge crap. But, I also like my coffee HOT, so waiting 10 minutes might detract from that. However I am willing to try it.

[@saranyasrikhamlert1809]

Interesting!

[@jruch314]

Good stuff, Im gonna make the wife one hell of a french pressed coffee now! :)

[@cookie761]

Good job! I'm looking for a French press now, and I think I would like to have that second one that you used on this video. Can you give me the information so I can get it on Amazon please? Thank you so much

[@rem45acp]

You can still use the first method and simply pour it through a cheese cloth. I take a cheese cloth for straining, put it over my large coffee tumbler, press it down so it forms a crater like a volcano, then a rubber band round the outside of the tumbler to hold it in place. I can then pour all the coffee out of the french press and the cheese cloth holds back all the sediment. A quick rinse of the cheese cloth and hang it on something to dry and you're good to go!

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Great idea!

[@AyAy008]

Hoffmann method FTW!

[@PetkodaDon]

I have also the Encore. Which setting do you use for French press. I still use the recommendation 28 from Baraza,

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

24 for method 1, and 19 for method 2. Those should be a good starting point, but your grinder may vary slightly from mine!

[@gebruikersnaam1q2w3e]

@homegrounds What setting you used the first time on the encore??

[@soonsuicidal]

Wow I never knew you can stir. Plus thay addtl 6min brew time and do not use plunger. I was so scared to mess it up since I was new to coffee. Thanks for the tips!

[@michaelmerck7576]

I stir for the first 30 seconds and then place the plunger piece into the carafe and after 4 minutes plunge it slow and steady ,pour and drink

[@bobsykes]

Interesting! It doesn't over extract or get too cold in all that time? I'm going to try this tomorrow morning. Thanks!

[@TNT-km2eg]

At last one intelligent comment

[@baoduy8298]

I checked the related link, but the Bodum Chambord has not a filter like your clip. Is the filter an option/associate?

[@anthonyhiran7578]

do you have any opinions on decaf coffee? I have adhd and need to take slow release meds to focus in college. My doctor told me that I need to reduce my caffeine intake so I've been resorted to drinking decaf or half caff cofee.

[@heatherhartman3129]

Hahaha this guy made me laugh 😂 and I really found the video helpful.

[@heatherhartman3129]

I don’t know if I can “not plunge “but I will do my best. I really feel like I need to plunge haha

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@digerati808]

How fast to plunge on the first method? Also does stirring actually do anything? It seems like my coffee comes out with more body if I don't.

[@jjasminchang]

thanks and thanks for the laughs as well! 😂

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@galaxytraveler5779]

I also have the Encore grinder and it's been re-calibrated. What grind setting do you personally use for french press? I think it varies depending on the bean you use though.

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Good point, it will vary quite a bit! I used 20 for this video, but I probably need my grinder re-calibrated.

[@nancycy9039]

@@HomeGroundsCoffeehow does one get a burr grinder recalibrated??

[@QueziaJones]

You're funny! Haha and your dog is so cute

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Thanks for watching!

[@lightandthesungod]

bro the ikea french press is bloody awesome

[@madisontadros]

I have a Starbucks french press that just has the mesh filter, not the 2 fine filters like the second press shown in this video. If I try the 10 minute brewing method with my french press and pour very slowly is it possible to get similar results if not the same?

[@peterpiper487]

I find that with all that waiting time I have to reheat my coffee because it has cooled a bit too much when I use the 2nd method so I eliminate the 10-minutes wait and just run the coffee through a pour-over stainless steel filter lined with a paper filter using the 1st method.

[@a0groovy]

no plunge and 10 to15 min, crazy! nothin better than a good old percolator and a good grinder

[@basha191]

Can I use Folgers coffee or any brand available in the market . Do I have to grind. Answer please.

[@snoo333]

good info. thank you. second method takes too long.

[@ec-gi1gm]

If i use the seconde methode whit the same cheap ikea french press u had use in the first part of the video , the result Will be delicious or i really have to buy à good french press ? Sorry my english and thx for the answer :)

[@pitchprof65]

Interesting. I don't mind the suspended solids, but I'm going to give Method 2 a try out of curiosity. One question, though: What was the payoff of switching to a french press with a superior filter if you were not planning to use the filter anyway?

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Good question! It wasn’t totally necessary, but the filter is still doing some work when pouring because not all the fines will sink.

[@lynnmarchiano8330]

The filter is used when you pour- and it seriously makes a huge difference- give it a try- enjoy!!

[@user-ix3bz7hu3z]

Would you mind telling us what brand of coffee u did used? Coz it looks great and the color is fantastic! Also, what’s the number of grinder u choosed?

[@michaelmerck7576]

The Bodum French press instructions suggest a course grind .I have tried preground coffee but for me the plunger wouldn't move because the finer coffee left no air between the coffee and the water.

[@Medz1100]

I have the Barista Encore. Can you advise on what setting I should be using?

[@Adam-vx6to]

The one that tastes good.

[@mkay2971]

U saved my life.

[@dinomotion4159]

Do you preheat the mug too?? Great video 🤜🏽💥🤔

[@HomeGroundsCoffee]

Yes definitely preheat the mug as well! Thanks for watching.

[@sd3gunner]

what brand and model of watch are you wearing sir?

[@o2n8fzj2]

Use french press first to make the coffee liquid and then pour it into Hario V60 with filter paper. The particles will be filtered by the paper. That's what I do.