The Brew App • Specialty Coffee Guide

French Press (Immersion)

Rich, full-bodied immersion brew using the James Hoffmann no-press skimming technique for a silt-free cup.

Extraction Ratio
1 : 13
Target Water Temp
205°F (96°C)
Grind Texture
Coarse / Medium-Coarse

Step-by-Step Extraction Phases

  1. Phase 1: Full Immersion Steep (240s) — Pour all water aggressively over grounds. Place lid on top to retain heat.
  2. Phase 2: Stir & Crust Skim (30s) — Gently stir crust. Skim top foam and floating bits with two spoons.
  3. Phase 3: Sediment Settle Rest (300s) — Insert plunger without pressing down. Rest 5 mins to let fine silt settle.