{"id":1849,"date":"2026-05-07T09:42:14","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T07:42:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coffee-spirit.maxicoffee.com\/tutos\/how-to-make-cafetiere-coffee\/"},"modified":"2026-05-07T10:49:41","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T08:49:41","slug":"how-to-make-cafetiere-coffee","status":"publish","type":"tutorials","link":"https:\/\/www.coffee-spirit.maxicoffee.com\/en-gb\/how-to\/how-to-make-cafetiere-coffee\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Cafeti\u00e8re Coffee"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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What Is a Cafeti\u00e8re? French Press Meaning Explained<\/h2>\n

The cafeti\u00e8re<\/a> (also known as French Press) was patented by the Italian company Caliman in 1933. Generally made of glass and metal, this humble cafeti\u00e8re has a piston at its centre with a perforated metal disc at the bottom to act as a filter.<\/p>\n

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If you’re wondering how to make cafetiere coffee<\/strong>, this classic brewing method remains one of the simplest and most popular ways to enjoy rich, full-bodied coffee at home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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The brewing process is straightforward: coarsely ground coffee sits at the bottom of the container, hot water is poured over it, and after steeping for a few minutes, the plunger pushes down to separate the liquid coffee from the grounds.<\/p>\n

It should be noted that this type of coffee maker is preferred by coffee roasters to taste the coffees they are selecting. Indeed, if you use a cafeti\u00e8re<\/a>, you can brew any type of coffee. So whether you’re a light roast or darker roast aficionado, you’ll be able to get exactly what you need with your cafeti\u00e8re.<\/p>\n\n <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Best Ground Coffee for Using a Cafeti\u00e8re<\/h2>\n

Choosing the Right Roast Type<\/h3>\n

Medium and dark roasts work particularly well in a cafeti\u00e8re, delivering the bold, full-bodied flavour most people seek from this brewing method. Dark roast coffee beans develop rich, chocolatey notes that the extended steeping time brings out beautifully.<\/p>\n

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That said, lighter roasts can also produce interesting results if you prefer more delicate, fruity characteristics. The key is choosing freshly roasted coffee beans and grinding them just before brewing\u2014this ensures you capture the maximum flavour potential when making coffee with a cafeti\u00e8re.<\/p>\n

Why a Coarse Grind Works Best<\/h3>\n

A coarse grind<\/a> is essential for cafeti\u00e8re brewing because it prevents over-extraction and keeps sediment out of your cup. The larger particles (think sea salt texture) extract more slowly during the 4-6 minute steeping time, producing a smooth, clean-tasting brew without bitterness.<\/p>\n

Coarse grounds are also easily trapped by the metal filter, making the plunge effortless. In contrast, a fine grind extracts too quickly, creating muddy, bitter coffee and allowing tiny particles to slip through the filter into your cup\u2014exactly what you want to avoid.<\/p>\n\n <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Cafeti\u00e8re Ratio: How Many Scoops of Coffee to Use<\/h2>\n

Getting the ratio right makes all the difference between a watery disappointment and a rich, balanced brew. The standard cafeti\u00e8re ratio is 60g of coffee per litre of water<\/strong>, which works out to roughly 15g per 250ml cup.<\/p>\n

If you don’t have a digital scale on hand (though they do offer the best precision), one rounded tablespoon equals approximately 7g of ground coffee.<\/p>\n

Here’s a quick reference table to help you measure for a few people or just yourself:<\/p>\n\n <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Cups<\/th>Water<\/th>Coffee (grams)<\/th>Coffee (tablespoons)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
1 cup<\/td>250ml<\/td>15g<\/td>2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2 cups<\/td>500ml<\/td>30g<\/td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4 cups<\/td>1L<\/td>60g<\/td>8-9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8 cups<\/td>2L<\/td>120g<\/td>17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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How To Make Cafeti\u00e8re Coffee for Perfect Results<\/h2>\n\n <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\r\n
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