A French press is a special kitchen appliance designed for quickly brewing tea or coffee. People who prefer these drinks claim that coffee prepared in this device is significantly different from that prepared in a Turk.
In this article, we will tell you in more detail what a French press is, as well as how to use it correctly.
What it is?
The device is a teapot with a press; it consists of a flask, a plunger (a press in the form of a piston with a handle) and a filter mesh.
In Russia, French presses are mainly used for tea, and in European countries they are mainly used for making coffee.
Rating of the best models
The list includes French presses, noted by customers for their convenience and functionality, original decor and reliability. Presented are premium and budget teapots with a press, affordable for any category of buyers.
A classic of the genre - a press infuser from the Bodum brand. The world-famous family company produces high-quality tableware, including French presses. For tea, we recommend models from the Assam series - with a round flask made of borosilicate glass, a plastic handle, and a steel piston. There is only one drawback - the high cost (4500-5500 rubles).
Reference products include products from BergHOFF. Price - within 2.5-3 thousand. Glass flasks, stainless steel bodies, decorated with reliefs.
For lovers of ceramic teapots, we recommend the surprisingly bright models from Le Creuset (France). They are covered with double glaze, colored enamel (turquoise, purple, cherry, cream, black). They are distinguished by their laconic forms and thoughtful design. Cost - 5000-6000 rubles.
Mid-price French presses are products from the brands Gipfel, Waltz, Rondell (Germany), TalleR, Walmer (UK).
Interesting models:
Walmer Bamboo with heat-resistant glass bulb, steel frame, bamboo lid and handle;
Rondell Wonder RDS-426 in an elegant silver stainless steel case, decorated with plastic overlays (the handle does not heat up);
TalleR TR-2300. It features a laconic design and thoughtful construction. Included is a measuring spoon for brewing. The flask is heat-resistant glass, the body is stainless steel, the decor is high-quality food-grade plastic;
Gipfel 7093 from the CLARIS series. Made of stainless steel. Color: rose gold. The flask is glass, holds heat well;
Set "Waltz", manufacturer Waltz. Includes French press (volume 800 ml), four glasses. The products are dishwasher safe.
Among budget French presses, models from the brands Kukina Raffinata (China), Kaiserhoff (Germany), Vitesse (Russia), Else have positive reviews.
Popular models:
Kukina Raffinata “Classic” (800 ml);
Kaiserhoff. Volume - 1 liter, body - stainless steel, flask - heat-resistant glass;
Vitesse Brianna (800 ml) from a Russian manufacturer. The flask is made of heat-resistant glass, the outer body is made of stainless steel, the handle is bakelite;
Else Hawaii with spoon included. Volume 800 ml. The flask is made of heat-resistant glass, with a reinforced rim of the upper edge and spout (“anti-drop”), the body is stainless steel with chrome plating and perforation. The surface is polished using special pastes that give the shiny elements a bluish glow.
The range of teapots with a filter press includes a variety of models, so everyone can choose a device for preparing their favorite drink.
How to use a French press?
The flask is made of glass, this feature allows you to observe the preparation of the drink. A special piston is attached to the lid; it is necessary for spinning.
A mesh will be placed on the base of the piston (required for additional filtering of tea leaves).
Fresh ground coffee is poured into the flask, then it is filled with hot water. Then the drink is closed with a lid and it should stand for 5-10 minutes, then the sediment is pressed to the bottom with a plunger.
Thanks to this simple design, we get a clean drink that sits on top of the flask and can be poured and consumed.
By volume
For companies or family tea parties, it is better to choose large-volume flasks. For example, like an inexpensive French press made in China - Home Cafe Standart, designed for 0.8 liters. The Mallony Nero 950067 liter kettle is convenient and practical for a large family.
Coffee is usually brewed in small portions, so a container with a volume of 350-600 ml will be sufficient. Among them:
- Taller TR-2301 - 0.6 l;
- Vitax Stafford - 0.35 l;
- Vetta Flor - 0.35 l.
Cappuccino lovers use these French presses to froth milk, producing a thick, silky froth.
Advantages and disadvantages
Like any device, the French press also has positive and negative sides, now we will look at them. From our point of view, it turns out that we found more advantages, but it’s up to you to judge.
Pros:
- The device is very easy to clean after use, and many housewives will definitely like this.
- The cost of a French press for coffee is not high, so even a person with modest financial savings can purchase it.
- The device is very compact, so you can take it with you on trips or other trips.
- The metal filter does not allow sediment and heavy oils to pass through.
- Owners of a French press have the opportunity to regulate the final strength of the drink; for example, you can open the lid slightly and add water.
- The prepared coffee has a milder taste, it is devoid of sourness and is not so bitter when compared with coffee prepared in Turk.
- The drink always turns out aromatic, without unnecessary impurities and additives that are found in bagged tea or instant coffee.
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Minuses:
- The device may be dangerous for children and should be kept away from it.
- Automation is completely absent here, so you need to do every action manually.
- A glass flask is a rather fragile thing, which is why it requires careful handling.
To prepare a drink, you must have a water heating device nearby. But there are also French press kettles on sale, so whether this is considered a disadvantage or not is up to you to decide.
Equipment
Even with the most careful use, no one is immune from device failure. Most often, trouble befalls glass flasks, so it is better to buy French presses with spare containers. If one suddenly breaks, replacing it will not be difficult and you won’t have to rush to look for a suitable one in online stores or supermarkets.
It’s convenient when the kit includes a measuring spoon made in the same style as the press itself. Some manufacturers offer a series of coffee pots with a set of cups or glasses.
How to properly prepare tea
First of all, you should buy black or green tea, you can buy any one you like.
If the tea is large-leaf, then you should add 2 teaspoons per 250 ml of hot water, and if it is small, then 1 teaspoon will be enough.
We recommend that you pour tea with water that is close to boiling, but not yet boiling, in which case the aroma will be better revealed.
Then leave the tea with the lid closed for 3-4 minutes.
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How to make aromatic coffee
Put the water to boil. Once it boils, you can start grinding coffee. This should not be done before, since then the ground grains will lie in the fresh air, in which case they may lose their properties.
Then put the ground coffee into the flask, you should first make the calculations. Approximately one teaspoon of coffee per mug of finished drink. Below you can see a photo of a French press in which various drinks are brewed.
Next, you need to pour boiling water over the coffee and let the drink brew for 5 minutes, only then can you carefully lower the piston.
Now you know how even the best French presses work, and you can purchase this kitchen appliance for yourself. We wish you success!
Design
Along with the quality of materials, many take into account the design of the French press, choosing models for the interior of the kitchen or simply on the basis of “I liked it.” And here the buyer’s eyes “run wild”, since there are no limits to the imagination of decor developers.
Steel cases with openwork lace, laser engraving, practical plastic of different colors, weaves and ornaments - you can find a model to suit any style. High-tech, vintage, charming country, models with thematic designs in honor of some famous artists or designers - brand collections offer a variety of options. The main thing is not to forget about quality for the sake of beauty, since the main function of the device is to prepare a drink.
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