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A French press is a brewing method in which coarsely ground coffee steeps directly in hot water. After steeping, you press the coffee down with a metal filter.

For a French press, use a coarse grind. This prevents coffee grounds from passing through the filter and stops the coffee from becoming bitter.

A good ratio is 60 grams of coffee per litre of water. For one 250 ml cup, use about 15 grams of coffee.

The ideal water temperature is between 92 and 96 degrees. Therefore, let boiled water cool down for a moment before using it.

Allow the coffee to brew for about 4 minutes. Then press the plunger down slowly and evenly.

This is often caused by grinding too finely, brewing for too long, or using water that is too hot. By adjusting one of these factors, the taste will become milder.

Coffee beans with a medium to light roast are the most suitable. These provide a full flavour without sharp bitterness.

Yes, a brief stir after pouring helps with an even extraction. One gentle stir is enough.

French press coffee is best drunk straight after pressing. If you leave the coffee to stand, it quickly becomes bitter.

French press coffee often tastes fuller because the oils are retained. That does not automatically mean the coffee contains more caffeine.

Kahlúa is the classic. For less sweetness, choose Mr Black; Tia Maria sits in between.

It’s possible, but it’s not a 1-to-1 replacement: you’ll miss the alcohol and depth. In that case, use less syrup and taste as you go.

We do not make any claims about that. What we can tell you is about the caffeine content: a cup of filter coffee contains 80 to 100 mg on average, a shot of espresso around 60 to 80 mg, and a decaf only traces. The blend matters too: arabica generally contains about half the caffeine of robusta. If you want to keep an eye on caffeine, you can switch to a decaf or a 100% arabica blend. Coffee can be part of a varied diet; for health questions, speak to your doctor.

We cannot make any statement about this. Coffee is a product for enjoyment and not a medicine, and we may not attribute any effect on diseases to it. If you have or have had kidney stones, please discuss your diet and your coffee consumption with your doctor.