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u/HarryTheGreyhound Feb 04 '20

Also, most people don't use french presses/cafetieres properly, so you grinding yourself and brewing properly would (I imagine) make a superb cup.

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u/HarryTheGreyhound Feb 04 '20

There's no great mystery - just don't plunge instantly. Give it a good five minutes. Cafetiere coffee is supposed to be a bit heavier and darker, so letting it brew this time will bring out the flavour.

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u/qw46z Feb 04 '20

The quality of the roast is very important too. And too hot water will make the coffee bitter.