French Press, Press Pot, Coffee Press, Coffee Plunger, Cafetière, Bodum
The short answer seems to be yes. Apparently coffee doesn’t contain cholesterol, but it does contain cafestol, which “is the most potent dietary cholesterol-elevating agent known,” according to How Coffee Raises Cholesterol in the Science Daily. Additionally, “French press coffee, boiled Scandinavian brew and espresso contain the highest levels of the compound, which is removed [...]
Posted on July 5th, 2009 by Seth Daire
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Do you like drinking cold coffee? On a hot summer day, a hot cup of coffee may seem out of place. I have to admit that I prefer freshly-brewed, hot coffee, even in warm weather. I decided to give cold brewing a try in my French press though. It was a fun experiment.
To create a [...]
Posted on June 7th, 2009 by Seth Daire
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There’s a good article in the Atlantic titled Press Pots: Coffee Worth the Effort:
Nearly all the coffee I brew for myself is press pot or espresso. I love my espresso machine, of which you will certainly hear much more in the future, but an espresso or a caffé macchiato just doesn’t last long [...]
Posted on May 31st, 2009 by Seth Daire
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What is the best coffee makers for camping and backpacking? That depends. The following websites give some different answers to that question:
10 Top Backcountry Coffee Makers
Best Coffee Makers for Camping
Camping Coffee Maker: Get Your Buzz On!
If you’re going to hike or backpack, weight may be an issue. A plastic French press may be ideal in [...]
Posted on April 23rd, 2009 by Seth Daire
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With a French Press, there are a few things to keep in mind when you clean it. Rinsing it out will clear it of grounds, but will leave an oily buildup on the inside. Soap and hot water will take care of the oil, but you need to beware of any soap residue that remains. [...]
Posted on April 19th, 2009 by Seth Daire
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