Review
A satisfying alternative to cranking up the automatic drip coffeemaker for a single cup, the Bodum Shin Bistro small coffee press makes delicious coffee with little effort. A blend of heat-resistant borosilicate glass and a stainless-steel rod filter system, the piece turns out coffee in four minutes or less. Simply add water and grounds, wait a bit, and plunge the filter. A fine screen keeps grounds at the bottom while letting natural oils through for optimum flavor. This version of the time-tested design includes a non-slip handle, a stay-cool knob, and a trim see-through beaker for best display of coffee colors. It holds 12 ounces and is safe in the dishwasher. Larger versions are also available. –Emily Bedard Fr [Read More...]
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October 17th, 2009 at 4:57 am
This thing is great, but run boiling water through it more than once before you start using it — wait for the melted-plastic smell to go away.
October 17th, 2009 at 7:04 am
I bought this french press because I found myself making coffee just for myself rather than two or three people. Bodum did a great job making this press both functionally and aesthetically. The Shin Bistro is simple yet stylish. Minimal use of plastic makes this press look slick and tidy. I really like the actual press part that Bodum has made for this particular press. This press has the same type of set up for the press, a bottom, the wire mesh screen and then the top with wiring and holes to allow the coffee through. All the pieces align well, the plunger is screwed tightly to the rod. I have found that pushing down the plunger is easy and does not create a mess.
I imagine that since this press does not have a stand like the Chambord that this press requires more careful handling. I recommend using a coaster after pouring in the hot water to avoid damaging the countertop.
Overall this press performs amazingly well and can make a great cup of coffee. It has not yet let grounds pass through the press so there is very little sediment in the cup. Play around with grind size, I talked with my local roaster and he said that course grind works well but if you want a better tasting cup of coffee go with a medium size grind and plunge the press slowly and evenly. I am pleased with Bodum’s line of French presses.
October 17th, 2009 at 7:05 am
Shipment of this product was immediate. It is smaller than I thought it would be. Tiny describes it.
Even so, it is a charming little item. Makes a fine cup of coffee.