how fine is the coffee ground for use in this french press?
216390
Coffee destined for a French press should be ground about as coarse as breadcrumbs. If the coffee is too fine it will lead to over-extraction or a stuck plunger.
216391
Not as fine as espresso. But pretty fine. If you're getting it ground by someone or grinding it yourself there should be a French press setting.
216392
not too fine; drip grind is too fine - you'll end up with coffee soup. Try using percolator grind setting if you have it.
216393
Not to be a putz, knowing the very common reference, but there is nothing particularly 'French' about a coffee press... that I know of. Now to address your question... in my wandering, round-a-bout manner. After being delightfully introduced to pressed coffee years (and years) ago, I dove into learning all about it and testing out each bit of info I encountered. Like most things one might obsess about, I determined there is a range of 'truth' about such things and the final answer is what your needs and tastes are. The accepted, simple answer is, like the other comments, a medium to larger grind, not fine as in an espresso grind, used in your Moka pot. This is to avoid grounds appearing in ones cup of Joe or clogging it up. Personally, I do not get lost in it anymore, nor do I mind a stray bit of coffee... in my coffee cup. I grind my coffee beans in a low-rent electric grinder and just eyeball what's about right and it seems to work. I also use some pre-ground, grocery store, bag coffee when time is pressing (no pun intended) and no problems arise. Keeping in mind that I have enjoyed Turkish coffee, but would have to 'man-up' to prepare and drink it every day. Anywho, I suggest you play around and find what works for you, initially avoiding espresso grind, without worrying about a press pot mishap. A press pot is simple device and soon will become an automatic ritual. Feel blessed you chose an all stainless steel pot (unbreakable, unless you have a gorilla in service) coffee press... the glass pots will break... just because you look at it funny. Best wishes on easily making & enjoying an excellent coffee every day... while the uninitiated continue to drink swill or throw money and time at their local coffee shop barista.
672348
I ONLY use this coffee for my press, and it does a damn good job. The beans are not ground too coarsely, which is perfect. Enjoy!
179141
The French press works best with a coarsely ground coffee. The Lavazza is ground very fine, for use in an espresso machine. If you use the Lavazza in your French press you will end up with a lot of grounds in the coffee.
1059096
I tested this with used drip coffee grounds from commercially ground coffee (Seattle's Best). About half of the grounds washed through. The other half did not and would not and were not easy to clean out. SO, if you grind your own coffee and it is larger than commercially ground coffee, it may work for you. I understand that is noncommittal but the truth based on my own testing for your question. I see another responder has had good results. Regardless of your success filtering for a French press, this filter does not let quinoa, millet or other small grains escape.
1589079
this is a very dark french roast. A couple of tablespoons of this ground coffee is enough for an entire pot!!
398155
Yes, I've had this for several months and it is very high quality. I'm a bit of a coffee-head, (roast my own beans, used to own a coffee house...) and I am very impressed with the value of this French press. Order it, I think you will be happy with it.
1107273
We've used the French press for several months and have not ever had a problem of the coffee grounds getting into the coffee. It works much, much better than my previous French press. I would purchased this again, we like it that much.
1601536
The hot coffee will come in contact with the linner white plastic cover. It will also be moist with condensation from the steam action of the boiling water. The Lid and plastic can be taken apart if a deep cleaning is needed. My only warning is that no one should use fine ground coffee. The fine espresso grounds will clog up the screen when pressing your brew. What ever you do, dont reach the breaking point by using so much pressure it breaks the glass... I suggest a Coarse ground coffee for best results. Oh by the way, where can I find a Replacement Glass Element for My French Press?
434282
If the fit weren't tight, you would let the grounds pass into the coffee. It doesn't hurt or scratch mine. It's a good thing, in my opinion.
863863
With good, freshly roasted and ground coffee, 50 grams is too much coffee for a 34 oz french press. I use more like 30 to 35 grams of American or French roast, and I like strongly brewed coffee.
1730433
I've used it with dark roasts. Not ground for French Press but moderately coarse. This grinder is bad about scattering coffee to the point that we have to keep it on a mat to avoid scattering all over the counter. It develops static - enough that ground coffee clings to the hopper and the inner areas of the grinder. The hopper doesn't quite snap in place fully, so we have to hold it flush to the grinder when we use it. Other than those issues it does a good job of grinding the coffee.
640670
I do not consider this a problem at all. There sometimes may be a very fine amount of residue but no different from coffee ground particles at the bottom of a cup at times. The press works eztremely well.
453719
I grind mine at home/work and run it through my French press. There is some oil, but I don't think it would be enough to damage your machine.
443342
I bought mine particularly for use with a french press and it works great for me. I think it's consistency is reliant on the user's. ;)
1845712
I think the key to your question is: "too much". This press is a good coffee maker for the price and has not presented any problems, so far (I've had the press for a year and a half.) Answering your question: there is a residue of grounds left but not excessive. Good luck.
1001039
I "perk" my coffee. The coffee is a mild roast with a robust chocolate overlay flavor. I would imagine that a French press would yield a good mild pot of coffee. You shouldn't have an acidity or bitter taste.
1619688
I used to use 4 heaping tbl spoons for my coffee. I live in Costa Rica and the grind is a lot finer than in the US. This was a great french press. My glass part finally broke.