French Press Coffee Preparation
Making coffee with a French press
French press brewing is an immersion brewing method. The coffee extracts while floating in the water. The coarser-mesh metal filter retains more oils and sediment in the coffee than with paper filters. This gives the coffee a richer body.
Consider these parameters for the French Press
| Amount of coffee | 60 g |
| Grinding degree | Medium-coarse |
| Amount of water | 1000 ml |
| Water temperature | 88–94°C |
| Brewing time | 3:00–5:00 min |
This is what you need for preparation in the French Press
- Fresh coffee
- coffee grinder
- French Press
- Precision scale with time measurement
- Kettle or kettle
- wooden spatula for stirring
Instructions for making coffee with a French press
1. Begin by bringing the water to a boil. For optimal extraction, the French press should be preheated with hot water.
2. Meanwhile, weigh the coffee and grind it in the grinder of your choice.
The grind should be slightly coarser than with a hand filter.
3. Then empty the hot water and fill the French press with freshly ground coffee.
4. After taring, start the timer on the scale and pour the desired amount of water over the coffee powder.
Tip: Note that the water temperature decreases by 3°C - 4°C just by watering.
5. Stir gently first to break up any lumps and prevent any coffee powder from sticking to the edges.
6. Then, replace the lid and press the plunger down until the coffee grounds float completely below the water surface. This ensures even extraction of all coffee particles.
7. Now the coffee is brewing. The optimal brewing time varies depending on the coffee and the grind size. We recommend pushing the plunger all the way down after about 4 minutes .
8. If you don't pour all the coffee right away, transfer the leftover coffee to another container. Otherwise, the remaining coffee will overextract in the French press and taste bitter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Süssmund Coffee Shop located?
You can find us at Rauhensteingasse 12 , 1010 Vienna.
What are the shop's opening hours?
Our shop is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The shop is closed on public holidays and Sundays.
Can I also drink coffee in the shop?
Yes, you can enjoy a variety of hot and cold coffee drinks in the shop or take them away. We'd be happy to prepare your drink with your choice of coffee. You can find the current menu here.
Can I buy coffee online and pick it up at the shop on Rauhensteingasse?
Yes, of course! Simply select local pickup during checkout and then the Süssmund Kaffee Shop location. You'll receive an email notification as soon as your order is ready for pickup.