Kitchen

[YouGoGirl1]

What brand do you use and do you like

the flavor of the coffee, done that way.

TIA for your suggestions.

[simplyfriends]

@YouGoGirl1   I'm also interested in trying a French press. Sorry I don't have a recommendation. My Keurig is just not doing the job. My coffee doesn't have much flavor from the short time that the water filters through the k-cup. It's a little underwhelming and I'm ready to ditch it. 

[kate2357]

One of my dils purchased an insulated French Press from Amazon. See title below. It is very nice and keeps the coffee hotter than the glass one I have.

I do like the smooth taste of coffee from a French Press when I don't make espresso. Whether you try the one below or some other brand, I highly recommend getting one that is insulated and that has a good filtration so you don't get grounds in your coffee cup.

BAYKA French Press Coffee Tea Maker 34oz, 304 Stainless Steel Insulated Coffee Press with 4 Filter Screens, Milk Frother, Rust-Free, Dishwasher Safe, Silver

[deepwaterdotter]

I purchased a Bodum Columbia model for a couple from their wedding gift list.  Since I'm not a coffee drinker, I don't know about the quality of the beverage produced.  

[Trailrun23]

DH has a French press and he loves using it instead of his trusty Mr. Coffee. Not impressed with Keurig.

[River Song]

ESPRO brand, stainless steel, insulated, Amazon.

[drizzellla]

We have a Bodum. It has served us well for years. And still looks brand new. The copper trim is still shiny and attractive.

[aroc3435]

@YouGoGirl1      I bought a 34 oz. Francois & Mimi Vintage double wall stainless steel French press in December, 2019 for $34.90.  The same one today now costs $54.95.

There is also a modern one--same manufacturer and ounces--for $29.95 on Amazon, but I hunted high and low for a long time for the vintage look that I purchased. 

It is extremely durable and keeps prepared coffee hot but it is pretty enough that I keep it on display on my vintage style baker's rack.

You need to use a coarse grind of coffee for use in the press.

If you are a coffee perfectionist buy a burr (not blade) grinder and grind your own beans.  I just pick up a small package of coffee already coarsely ground and keep the foiled, tightly closed bag in a Lock n Lock.

I am a daily several-cups-of-tea-a-day drinker brewed from leaves but when I have company that likes coffee I use this press if only three or four cups are needed.

When I have an occasional cup of coffee at home I drink it black so I appreciate the flavor of the coffee itself which comes through cleanly from the French press.

Hope this helps you make a decision.

Best,

aroc3435

Washington, DC

[YouGoGirl1]

@simplyfriends, I like stronger coffee & the Hamilton Beach Pod coffee pot, wasn't doing it. I gave it away.