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French Press Timer

Build a French press recipe, then follow a clear four-stage timer from bloom to press.

Set your brew

The recipe updates as you change servings, strength, or units.

Your French press

Balanced recipe

1:15
Coffee32 g
Water480 ml
4:00Ready: add coffee, then start the timer.
Grind
Coarse, like sea salt
Water temperature
93°C / 200°F
Sequence
Pour, stir at 0:30, steep, press at 4:00

This is a dependable starting recipe. Adjust the grind before changing several variables at once.

Four calm steps

Use freshly ground coffee, wet every ground, disturb the bed only lightly, and press slowly.

  1. Add and pourStart the timer as water reaches the grounds.
  2. Stir at 0:30Break the crust gently so all grounds are wet.
  3. SteepPlace the lid on without pressing the plunger.
  4. Press and servePress slowly and pour promptly to limit over-extraction.

French press questions

How long should French press coffee steep?

Four minutes is a reliable starting point. A coarser grind or larger batch may benefit from a little more time.

What ratio should I use?

Start near 1:15 coffee to water by weight, then use 1:14 for stronger coffee or 1:16 for a lighter cup.

Why does my French press taste bitter?

Try a coarser grind, slightly cooler water, or a shorter steep. Pour the coffee out after pressing.

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