

You will find a 1-liter French press in many kitchens, although in many cases they will look a bit sad and neglected from infrequent use. Bodum French Press, 1.0 Liter (34 Ounces)

One advantage of this size of French press is its low center of gravity, which makes it difficult to accidentally knock over.
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I talk more about why in my article: How to Use a French Press. If that amount of coffee sounds good to you, then it’s definitely better to get this coffee press, as opposed to buying the 1-liter model and only filling it up halfway. In my case, it is much closer to two cups. This can be anywhere between two to four cups, depending on the cup size and how you drink your coffee. Remember that the amount of coffee after pressing will be less than 0.5 liters. This is obviously half the size of the 1-liter (34-ounce) French press. Bodum French Press, 0.5 Liters (17 Ounces) If you are looking for a versatile combination, it might be a good idea to get this model and a 1 liter press. That’s more of an issue with a smaller press because you start out with less volume. Keep in mind that part of the listed volume will be taken up by the ground coffee, so the amount of liquid coffee that you get out will be a bit less than 0.35 liters (12 ounces). This is the smallest French press that Bodum offers. Bodum French Press, 0.35 Liters (12 Ounces) Check out my coffee grind size chart for more information. The most common mistake that people make when learning how to use a French press is using a grind size that’s too fine. Otherwise, the coffee will become over-extracted, which will make it taste bitter or acidic. Still, with the French press method of brewing, it’s important to always use a coarse grind. You are more than welcome to adjust the amount of coffee you use based on your personal preferences or the kind of coffee. The other parameters - water temperature and brewing time - are the same for all models. The above table lists how much ground coffee that I recommend putting in a Bodum French press. Bodum French Press Sizes Sizeĩ5 degrees Celsius (200 degrees Fahrenheit) French presses in the Bodum line come in 0.35 liters (12 ounces), 0.5 liters (17 ounces), 1 liter (34 ounces) and 1.5 liters (51 ounces).

When planning your purchase, remember that it’s important to get the correct size of French press for your needs. I believe it’s the best French press you can buy … period. In fact, I’m naming this timeless cult class the “Best Overall” Bodum French press. It’s understated, yet elegant … simple, yet stylish. My personal favorite is the Bodum Chambord French press.

If you don’t own a Bodum French press coffee maker, I highly recommend you add one to your “must have” list of kitchen tools for this year. I simply can’t imagine what my kitchen - or my daily routine - would look like without them.Įven though I often enthusiastically talk about pour-over coffee and other coffee preparation methods, the French press method is still my favorite way to brew coffee. Check Price on Amazon Bodum French Press Overviewīodum French press have been my faithful companions for more than 10 years now.
