A French press is a cylindrical pot with a plunger and built-in filter screen that presses hot water through ground coffee. That’s the simple beauty of the French press, creating an earthy, rich taste in your daily cup of coffee.

Using a French press is simple. Start by placing the French press on a dry, flat surface. Hold the handle firmly, then pull out the plunger. Next, add a heaping tablespoon (7-8 grams) of medium-coarse grinds to the pot per 6.7 oz (200 ml) of water. Then, pour hot water—not quite boiling (at or about 200° Fahrenheit)—into the pot, and gently stir. Now, carefully reinsert the plunger into the pot, stopping just above the water and ground coffee (do not plunge yet), and let stand for 3-4 minutes. Lastly, press the plunger down slowly, exerting steady pressure.

After each use, wash the pot with water and mild detergent, and dry thoroughly.

If you’re looking for a high-quality French press, then the Tenvega brand may be just what you need. Tenvega offers a variety of styles and sizes of French presses to meet your different needs.