Review
Serious coffee lovers agree that the best way to brew everyone’s favorite stimulant is also the simplest and quickest. The French press method prevents scorching of the beans, and because there’s no filter involved, all of the flavorful oils stay in your drink. Simply measure out one rounded tablespoon of coarse ground per 4-ounce cup, pour very hot (not boiling) water over it, let the contents brew for at least 4 minutes, then slowly depress the plunger. The result is one of the richest cups of java you’ll ever taste. This attractively designed Bodum press is the perfect size for one person’s morning fix. Because the carafe is glass, it’s best to use a little care when handling the press in the sink–but if it should b (more…)
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July 20th, 2009 at 12:20 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Makes quintessential coffee
Update on May 12th : Just the fifth day of use and despite taking all precautions, the glass broke . There goes my quintessential coffee.
July 20th, 2009 at 3:28 am
Even if you find an espresso machine alluring, in the meantime, you can’t beat coffee made with this elegant and perfectly functional press pot. It’s simply the easiest and best way to extract maximum flavor from your finest beans (use a uniform grind slightly coarser than automatic drip). Some people even prefer it to espresso. It’s durable, easy to clean, and doesn’t require electricity.
One reviewer claimed they put the grounds and the water in the pot, immediately pushed the plunger and waited 10 minutes. However, they will get much better results if they wait 2-4 minutes (depending upon the coarseness of the grind) before plunging the coffee, and then drink it right away. I wouldn’t even let the coffee rest, plunged, in the pot for ten minutes, as it will become over-extracted.
As for the reviewer that whined about truth in advertising, all I can say is “Duh”. They themselves pointed out that the pot does make three espresso cups’ worth of brew. And if they watch what they are doing next time, instead of just trying to pour 12 oz. of hot water into something, they can avoid future unpleasant experiences. I actually make coffee for two “cappuccinos” with this model. If you don’t like your coffee as strong, you can simply add a little hot water to your cup after you have poured your coffee (like an Americano).
July 20th, 2009 at 5:28 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great product!
[[ASIN:B00005LM0R Bodum Chambord 12-Ounce Coffee Press] This product is made out of glass and is a GREAT PRODUCT!!!
July 20th, 2009 at 6:36 am
My sister bought this press for the house. This one works real well– perfect for those coffee press users. Bodum is also a well known brand of coffee press, so you don’t have to worry about a flimsy product. Also if it breaks, Bodum is pretty good with spare parts. As a comsumer, I always recommend you shop around for the best price.
When using a coffee press, or any other coffee machine, make sure you FRESHLY grind your coffee for optimal taste. I recommend all serious coffee drinkers to invest in a good burr grinder– you really can taste the differnce. Also for a coffee press the ginds must be large and coarse in thickness, otherwise your pressed coffee will taste lousy– do not use automatic drip sized grinds. I also recommend a quality dark/French roast when using a press.
Please note that this press makes 3 French-sized cups of coffee. In Paris cafes, you’re served coffee in a press with a “bowl sized” cup half filled with steamed milk (Cafe Au Lait).
July 20th, 2009 at 7:50 am
4.0 out of 5 stars
single cup of perfect coffee
… and that’s exactly what you’ll get. A French press is arguably the best cup of coffee around, and that’s what you’ll get. It will just be very small.
July 20th, 2009 at 8:03 am
2.0 out of 5 stars
Mini Mini Mini
I guess I should have done the math. This press is cute. But it comes nowhere close to 3 small cups of coffee, not even two.
July 20th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great quality cofee/ tea press
I’ve bought two of these. Good, solid construction of glass and metal.I was at first concerned about pouring hot water into a cold glass recipient knowing how glass can crack but…
July 20th, 2009 at 1:34 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent coffee press
this is my first french press, and i would have to say my coffee tastes soooo good using it. it’s kinda a pain to clean, but it’s worth it.
July 20th, 2009 at 5:54 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great coffee at home!
My husband and I love the Bodum coffee press. It’s hard to explain how much better coffee is when brewed this way—let’s just say it matches the best restaurant coffee we’ve…
July 20th, 2009 at 6:54 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
Bodum Press review
I bought this little coffee press from Amazon on sale for $10 less than normal. It’s a wonderful little coffee maker. It doesn’t quite make 12oz of coffee but good enough.
July 21st, 2009 at 12:13 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect size
Perfect for making a cup or travel mug of coffee quickly in the morning. It’s become the most used gadget in the kitchen!
July 21st, 2009 at 4:26 am
2.0 out of 5 stars
Bodum Chambord 12 oz. Coffee Press
It looks nice.
It doesn’t press coffee all the way into the bottom, thus leaving the brew a bit weak and wasteful of ground coffee.