French Press Coffee Ratios

Find the perfect coffee-to-water ratio for your french press. Choose your preferred strength below.

French Press Brewing Specs

Grind SizeCoarse
Brew Time4 minutes
Water Temp200°F (93°C)
Recommended Ratio1:15 - 1:16

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1:14StrongBold, intense flavor1:15Medium-StrongRich and full-bodied1:16MediumBalanced, standard brew1:17Medium-LightSmooth and nuanced1:18LightDelicate, tea-like

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