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The Finest Beans for French Press Brewing
Speciality coffees roasted to bring out depth, sweetness and body in every cafetière cup.
At Beann Coffee we champion the cafetière (French press) as the purest way to enjoy speciality coffee’s texture and nuanced flavours. Our carefully selected single-origin and blended beans are roasted to accentuate the full-bodied sweetness, chocolatey notes and rounded acidity that make cafetière brewing so rewarding. Whether you’re refining technique or savouring a slow weekend brew, our coffees are crafted to reward attention.
Why Choose Beann Coffee for Cafetière Brewing
- Roasts tuned for immersion extraction: Our roast profiles emphasise body and sweetness to complement the long contact time in a cafetière, avoiding over-extraction bitterness.
- Specialty-grade beans: Every batch is cupped and evaluated by our roasters to ensure clean, distinct flavour notes that show beautifully in a French press.
- Freshness and grind options: Choose wholebean for maximum freshness or order pre-ground to a recommended coarse setting for immediate convenience.
- Transparent origin & tasting notes: Detailed provenance and tasting profiles help you choose beans that suit your preferences, from chocolaty Brazilian to vibrant East African naturals.
- Flexible subscription: Explore a rotating selection of limited-release single origins and blends with our Feature coffee subscription — perfect for enthusiasts who love discovery.
Featured Origins
- Ember Street, Brazil — Chocolate, hazelnut, caramel; medium-dark roast. Ideal for a classic, full-bodied French press.
- Velvet Caravan, Colombia — Brown sugar, red apple, creamy mouthfeel; medium roast for a balanced, sweet cup.
- Midnight Mosaic, Ethiopia — Strawberry jam, florals, juicy acidity; medium roast for a brighter, fruit-forward cafetière.
- Beann House Blend — Dark chocolate, toffee, smooth finish; a versatile blend designed to perform consistently in immersion brew methods.
Precise Cafetière Recipe (start here and adjust)
- Ratio: 1:16 to 1:15 (coffee : water) — a great starting point is 15g coffee to 250g water.
- Grind: Coarse, slightly larger than sea-salt. Select our coarse grind option or grind at home and sieve out fines if possible.
- Water: 93–96°C (just off the boil) for most medium to dark roasts.
- Brew time: 4 minutes — stir gently at 30 seconds and place the plunger on top to retain heat; press slowly at 4 minutes.
- Serve immediately to avoid continued extraction; pour into pre-warmed cups or a thermal server.
Advanced Tips for Enthusiasts
- Bloom for clarity: Pre-wet grounds with ~30g water for 30 seconds to allow CO2 release, then add remaining water.
- Grind consistency: Use a burr grinder and aim for uniform coarse particles — this reduces grit and inconsistent extraction.
- Fines removal: Let settled grounds rest for 60–90 seconds before plunging to reduce suspended fines in the cup.
- Temperature testing: For very light roasts, lower temp (91–93°C) can reduce harshness; for darker roasts, 94–96°C extracts sweetness and body.
- Dialling in: Adjust grind finer for more pronounced flavour and coarser to reduce intensity; change brew time in 30-second increments.
Equipment We Recommend
- Sturdy glass or stainless-steel cafetière with fine mesh filter to reduce sediment.
- Conical burr grinder (hand or electric) for consistent coarse grind.
- Gooseneck kettle for controlled pouring, and a scale for accurate ratios.
- Fine-mesh cloth or paper filter when you want an exceptionally cleaner cup.
Subscription & Gift Options
- Feature Coffee Subscription: Receive a rotating single-origin or small-batch roast every send — perfect for tasting and comparing origins in your cafetière.
- Cafetière Starter Kit: Includes Beann House Blend (250g), a cafetière, funnel, and tasting notes — an excellent gift for new enthusiasts.
- Gift Vouchers & Tasting Packs: Flexible options for gifting speciality coffee experiences.
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REGULARLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best coffee roast for a cafetiere (French press)?
Medium to medium-dark roasts usually perform best in a cafetière because they offer a balanced sweetness, chocolatey notes and fuller body. Single-origin Brazilians and Colombian coffees are classic choices; lighter roasts can work if you prefer more floral and fruity acidity
Should I use wholebean or pre-ground coffee for a French press?
We always recommend wholebean and grinding at home for maximum freshness. If convenience is important, choose our pre-ground coarse option tailored for the cafetière.
What grind size is ideal for cafetiere coffee?
Coarse grind, roughly the size of coarse sea salt. A consistent coarse grind reduces silty sediment and prevents over-extraction.
What water temperature should I use for cafetiere brewing?
Aim for 93–96°C (just off the boil). For lighter roasts you can use slightly lower temperatures (91–93°C) to preserve nuanced acidity.
What coffee-to-water ratio should I use for a cafetiere?
Start with 1:16 (for example 15g coffee to 250g water). Adjust between 1:15 and 1:17 to suit your taste — finer grinds or longer brew times increase extraction.
How long should I brew coffee in a cafetiere?
A standard immersion time is 4 minutes. Experiment between 3.5–5 minutes depending on roast and grind to achieve the balance you prefer.