Brewing Guide: French Press

Overview

French Press brews coffee with depth—full-bodied, bold, and a little rugged. It’s a method as straightforward as it is rewarding.

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What You'll Need

✔️ Freshly ground Obsidian Coffee (Coarse, like kosher salt)
✔️ French Press
✔️ Scale
✔️ Kettle
✔️ Timer

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Brew Specs

Ratio: 1:15 (33g coffee to 500g water)
Water Temp: 200°F
Brew Time: 4 minutes

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Add Grounds
33g of coarse ground coffee into the empty press.

2. Pour Water
Add 500g of hot water in one smooth pour. Stir gently to saturate.

3. Steep
Place the plunger lid on top (don’t press yet). Let it sit for 4 minutes.

4. Press
Slowly and steadily press down. No force—just pressure.

5. Pour & Serve
Pour into your mug immediately to avoid over-extraction.

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Obsidian Brewing Tips

🔸 Don’t Rush. Let time do its work.
🔸 Plunge Slow. Too fast stirs up grit.
🔸 Decant Immediately. Leaving coffee in the press = bitterness.
🔸 Consistency Matters. Coarse grind, every time.
🔸 Trust Simplicity. The method is old for a reason.