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James Hoffmann French Press Method

James Hoffmann French Press Method

French Press French Press recipe by @rbrigleb

The ultimate French Press technique by James Hoffmann, emphasizing clarity and reduced sediment through careful technique.

Source: www.youtube.com/watch?v=st571DYYTR8

Ingredients
Coffee 30g
Water 500ml
Temperature 96°C
Grind Coarse
Ratio 1:16.7
Time 5:00-8:00
Brewing Steps
0:00
Preheat French press with hot water
0:00
Add 30g coarse ground coffee
0:00
Start timer and pour 500ml water at 96°C
4:00
4:00
At 4:00, stir top crust layer to break it
5:00
9:00
At 5:00, remove foam from surface with spoons
9:00
Insert plunger just below surface (do not press down)
9:00
Wait 5-8 minutes total before pouring
9:00
Pour gently without pressing plunger

Total brewing time: 9:00

9:00

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Created 3 months ago

Brewing Details
Method
French Press
Total Time
9:00
Ratio
30g : 500ml
Updated
Oct 11, 2025

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