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French Press
A French Press, also known as a coffee press or coffee plunger, is a simple way of brewing an extremely flavorful cup of coffee with easy cleanup and minimal effort and counter space. But what isn't as well known is the fact that it is one of the easiest ways to brew a pot of tea!
The lid and plunger are removed, and tea leaves added to the glass container at the normal ratio. Then hot water is added of the appropriate temperature for the tea being used. The tea leaves circulate freely in the water, allowing maximum flavor to be released. Then, when brewing is done, you replace the plunger lid and press the plunger gently but firmly down as far as it will go. This filters out all the leavesso the brewed tea remains on top, ready to be poured out and enjoyed.
The Presses we offer are our favorites because they can be completely disassembled, making them easy to clean. Above is a picture of a metal press fully disassembled. All parts can be placed in the dishwasher, and this allows the press to be totally cleaned, unlike single-piece versions that may trap materials in the crevices.
Assorted styles, our choice. All are steel and glass.
Use Suggestions
Use for brewing tea or coffee and extracting maximum flavor. Can also be used when making "sun tea", or cold-brewing.