Bodum Brazil Shatterproof SAN 3 Cup Coffee Press, 12-Ounce

3-Cup French Press Coffeemaker allows you to brew flavorful coffee in 4 minutes
Shatter resistant, BPA-free, SAN plastic carafe
3-part stainless steel mesh filter is included which allows for a premium extraction of your coffee¿s aromatic oils and subtle flavors
No paper filters required, means more flavor without any waste
Patented safety lid prevents splashing of liquids while pressing

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The Brazil French Press coffee maker, designed in the early 80's, was our first coffee maker and quickly became a symbol of what Bodum stands for. Attractive and functional design at an affordable price. The Brazil has a heat resistant, SAN - shatterproof beaker and a polypropylene handle and base, which make the Brazil easy to use and easy to clean. The 3-part stainless steel plunger has a fine mesh filter, which allows for a premium extraction of your coffee’s aromatic oils and subtle flavors. A mesh filter allows this flavor to be delivered direct to your cup and not absorbed by a paper filter. Plus, no paper filter means no waste. The patented safety lid prevents the splashing of liquids while pressing. All parts are dishwasher safe. This 3-cup coffeemaker is (0.35 l, 12 oz.) in size and is also available in 8-cup (1.0 l, 34 oz) size model.

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Planetary Design Commuter Double-Shot Stainless Steel French Press Mug, Black
Price : $27.99 $29.99
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The luxury of a French Press, anywhere, anytime.
Patented double filtration system
Double-walled 18/8 stainless steel and vacuum-sealed for optimum heat retention
Includes extra storage container for enough coffee/tea for 2 additional cups
14 oz. capacity with extra lid to convert to conventional mug

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Planetary Design, formerly Porter Products, has revolutionized the century old art of brewing coffee and tea via French Press. The Double-Shot deskpress mugs, constructed of 18/8 marine grade stainless steel, are incredibly durable and equally impressive in their ability to retain heat for extended periods of time. The patented double filtration system, modeled after a hydraulic cylinder, ensures that grounds will not pass through, creating the perfect brew of coffee or tea. Simply, pour hot water over coffee grounds or loose leaf tea, let steep, push stopper down and enjoy the best brew around. No need to pour into a separate container, you can drink right from the pot. Additionally, the Double-Shot was designed specifically for the commuter. It fits into most vehicle drink holders and includes a built-in storage container in the bottom to carry enough coffee or tea to brew 2 more cups. The mug presses are ideal for the coffee or tea connoisseur that doubles as an outdoor enthusiast or professional on the run. The Double Shot is available in: Cornflower Blue, Mango, Wasabi, Iris, Pink, Chrome, Black

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love it

i use it everyday and it is awesome. i mainly use it as a regular mug. however, i have used it many times as a french press and it makes some damn fine coffee. i also love the stash compartment underneath. the mug will keep the coffee hot for about an hour to an hour and a half in cold temperatures.

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Cool beans

I've seen several different types of single-serving, self-contained French press coffee mugs on the market, and this one looks like by far the best-made of the ones I've seen. We'll see how it stands up over the long haul, but so far it's doing great. It works just like a full-sized French press -- you throw in your (coarse) coffee grounds, splash on some not-quite-boiling water, wait a few minutes, "press" the coffee grounds down to the bottom of the container, and presto -- you've got fresh-brewed coffee. By the way, French press coffee tends to be more flavorful, robust, and fresh-tasting than what you get from conventional drip machines. The only thing that takes a little getting used to on this cup is that you have to throw in any sweetener and/or cream with the grounds BEFORE you put on the water, since you're going to be drinking it straight out of the press, so to speak, rather than pouring it into another cup once it's brewed as you would with a typical French press pitcer.

I've been a big fan of a full-sized French press pitcher for a while, and this seems like just the thing for making a single-serving of it and taking it on the road. It will definitely come in handy for camping and fishing trips. It even has a little compartment in the bottom for another serving of grounds. With a little Kelly Kettle or similar water-heating device, you're all set for cafe-quality java even when out in the sticks!

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Awesome gift!!!

I have to say that I am so pleased with my Double Shot French Press Mug. I use it everyday at home and at work. I find it excellent quality and I am pretty rough with it. I am so attached to this thing that when I leave it at work I get that missing feeling. LOL Yes, I love my coffee. I purchased this in pink and I get so many comments on it and when they see that it is a togo french press they ask where I bought it.

Anyways, I would recommend this!

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I love it

I have had this mug for about 3 years now and not been gentle with it. It gets bounced around in my vehicles and used daily. My only issue is with the travel lid. About 6 months ago, the gasket started to occasionally let some coffee by- of course this usually went down my chin and onto my pants and shirt while driving!
Also, the sliding cap on the travel lid wore to the point where it would not stay open while tipping up the cup to drink...this resulted in an occasional lap full of coffee while driving:-(

Its still a very sturdy cup. My handle is a tiny bit loose right now, but holding and -like I said, I am not gentle with it;-) If I use the french press lid, then all is well except for "pothole overflows" coming out the drinking hole.

The company has replacment lids available for about 4 bucks- Im getting one. I also plan to order 2 more of the double shots as back up cups- they are definitly Bling in the coffee cup world;-)

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Love it Love it Love it!!!

Okay so... I loved the IDEA of a coffee press and had purchased a less expensive option from a local store and always ended up chewing the last bit of my coffee. I've had the Planetary Designs Mug Press (Iris, WHAT A COLOR) for a month now and have used it EVERY day with nary a chewy bit! I even took it on vacation with relatives who like colored water that they call coffee and for ONCE, I didn't care. I had MY coffee the way I liked it every time. It fits well in my van's adjustable cup holder and I've never had a problem with it spilling. The well is deep enough in the lid that as long as you're not filling it so that coffee comes up through the spout, there shouldn't be a problem with overflow. Love Love Love this mug! I'm planning to buy some as Christmas gifts for my friends who like fresh coffees and herb teas.

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LaCafetiere Classic 8 Cup Coffee Press, Chrome
Price : $31.99 $28.49
Features :

Classic styling
Traditional coffee press
Chrome finish
Safe to use in the dishwasher
8 Cup capacity

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The Classic French Coffee Press in an 8 cup size. This piece features a chrome plated finish over stainless steel, a heat resistant beaker and a plunger made from stainless steel . Classic styling with durable features.

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Great quality

This has a heavier feel than my Bonjour press, it is better quality and the look is so elegant. Will buy the smaller size, too. LOVE it.

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gift given

Appears to be quality product as advertised. Given as gift so am not personally using. Good fast service.

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Great coffee!!

I love my coffee press. It makes a wonderful cup of coffee! The price was good,$10.00+ less than Starbucks.It's an elegant looking coffee press, pretty enough to set on your dinner table. I highly recomend this coffee press.

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Chef's Choice 695 Electric French Press, Black
Price : $89.99 $89.95
Features :

Boils 1-quart water in four minutes--faster than stove or microwave
Produces full flavored coffee or tea
Cordless carafe perfect for dining table
Use also to boil water for instant foods, beverages
Shuts off automatically when water boils

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French Press with Heat

Chef's Choice 695 Electric French Press, Black
The Chefs Choice French Press removes a step from the traditional process of coffee making with a press,boiling the water in a kettle and transferring the hot water to the french press.It makes great coffee quickly and is easy to clean after use. If your counter space is limited, you'll really like it's compact size.

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SIMPLY THE BEST

I have had this press for over a year....I have none of all the problems people are reporting. It is perfect, makes theeeeee best cup of coffee, no problems whatsoever. I would buy a new one right away should I drop it on the floor.

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A terrific French press for tea/coffee

I bought my first Chef's Choice Electric French Press back in 2002 and never had a problem with it until a couple of months ago when we accidentally knocked it down into the porcelain kitchen sink... Luckily, our local hardware store carries it so getting a new one was quick and easy. :)

I recommend this French press because:

- It boils water very quickly (faster than the stove and microwave).

- It automatically shuts off when water reaches a full boil.

- It works wonderfully as a tea kettle.

- Its footprint is very small and the base is very slim.

- Stay-cool handle and lid.

- It comes with an extra lid in case you wish to use the appliance as a hot pot.

Oh, by the way, I never had a problem with the silicon seal around the base. No leaks whatsoever. You shouldn't either, if you are careful not to get the base wet when rinsing the carrafe.

TIP: If you brew loose black tea in it, as I do, after a couple of weeks the glass will become unsightly. Clean it in a wink by brewing some raspberry tea in it - it will leave your kettle sparkling (I kid you not).

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Great tea, poor quality control.

I enjoy great tea and the perfect brew. I've used similar items previously with good results. This electric french press brews the perfect cup of tea. However, I was dismayed to see that after two uses, it started to leak. Upon further inspection, I noticed that the food grade silicon seal around the base of the glass portion of the carafe was irregularly placed. Easily visible by what should be quality control. The leakage is intermittent, so not a total waste. I would recommend, but beware the iffy quality.

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They leak!

When these came out a few years ago I bought one right away. Unfortunately it leaked around the base quite significantly. A few months later I bought another one, hoping it would be better. It leaked even worse.

This one may be a new and improved model but I'm afraid to buy it -- I've already wasted $180 on two that didn't work well.

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BonJour 8 Cup Montano French Press, Double Wall Stainless Steel
Price : $69.95 $67.95
Features :

Contemporary design features double walled stainless steel
Features patented flavor lock filter system that shuts off the brewing process to retain fresh pressed flavor
Stainless steel mesh filter in lid reduces sediment in your cup
Double walled insulated to keep your coffee hot longer
8 cup capacity

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We have combined the art of contemporary design with the most advanced engineering for the ultimate French press. Using the patented Bonjour flavor lock filter system and a stainless steel double walled vessel, you can now brew a rich, bold pot of coffee and keep it hot while savoring time with friends and family. Italian inspired design is double wall insulated to keep coffee hot. Features filtering lid for less sediment in your coffee. The flavor lock filter system shuts off the brewing process to retain fresh pressed flavor. 8-cup capacity.

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Makes excellent coffee

My sister requested this for Christmas. The coffee tasted better to me than when I've used my own glass coffee press in the past, probably because mine does not keep the coffee hot, and this one is designed to keep the coffee hot. It was excellent.

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french press

This french press takes coffee to the next level. There were a few minor dents at the top and it leaks a small amount when you try to pour too fast, so i don't. It was used so i didn't expect perfect. If you preheat with boiling water the coffee stays hot for several hours. The knob on top turns and blocks the screen after plunging so what's left doesn't get much stronger. A clever idea.

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Piece of junk

Looks great, top doesn't fit well, spout leaks all over the place no matter what

What a shame

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Better have a good supply of paper towels handy!

I had high hopes for this press. It certainly keeps your coffee warm, but the lid doesn't fit tightly, and it leaks every time I pour. I've given it a week, and I've run out of patience. I'm returning it and going for a traditional glass press--I've been using them for years and never had a problem with any of them.

Save your money and get a less troublesome press for half the price!

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Love it!

Keeps my coffee hot for hours and the best part is, my husband can't break it!

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Questions & Answers

Question : How do you brew coffee with a coffee press?
I have this portable coffee press, looks like a travel mug, but has the plunger and is meant to be a press too. Can I just throw some grounds in the bottom, add hot water, then press, to get a cup? Do I have to let the hot water sit and brew? Don't know how these work for coffee, as I've only used it for tea.

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Yes, you can use a coffee press in the exact way that you describe in the question. You need to add the amount of water that you traditionally use for a cup of coffee along with the amount of coffee that you use. Don’t heat the water too much or you can scald the coffee and lead to too much strength in the taste. You should mix the coffee and water in the bottom of the press, insert the top with the press in the “UP” position, and close according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Allow to brew for roughly 2-4 minutes, leaving it longer for stronger coffee. With a dark roasted coffee, you probably don’t want to wait more than a minute or two. You might have to experiment a few times between the amount of coffee/water used and the steeping time to find the right strength. When you are ready to drink the coffee, press down on the press and pour out the coffee. Make certain that you take out all of the coffee at one time, as whatever remains can strengthen somewhat in taste if you leave it steeping in the grounds for too long of a time. As this seems to be an individual portion-sized coffee press, you can drink the coffee in the standard time that it takes you to finish a cup, but any coffee left with the grounds can strengthen over time to the point of being bitter.

Question : I use a coffee press - should i stir the grounds before pressing down?
It is stated on the press to always stir the grounds prior to pressing down.However, people I trust have stated otherwise.Stirring the grounds could be a conspiracy by the coffee powers to somehow get consumers to buy more coffee. (assumption, stirring grounds reduces the amount of consumable coffee).

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That's really interesting. I've never used a coffee press, but have always been curious about them. I like loose leaf tea which utilizes a similar method to your coffee french press. I'm not sure how the coffee grounds react when hot water is poured in, but if they scatter and float around, I dont' think stirring makes much difference since each coffee ground particle gets exposed to water. Stirring would probably "increase" the amount of consumable coffee since the motion of the particles would release more oils and flavors...just my opinion.

Question : Does the Starbucks Sumatra blend work well in a coffee press?
I'm curious if the Sumatra blend is ground too fine for a coffee press. I am looking to purchase the Bodum Chambord coffee press.

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I would suggest buying it whole bean (un-ground) and buying a cheap bean grinder, that way you can control the grind, experiment. If you are buying it at a Starbucks, ask them to grind it for "drip" works fine in a press, you don't want an espresso grind.

Question : Does regular ground coffee work in coffee press? Is coarse ground coffee absolutely necessary for coffee press?
They say "use medium to coarse ground coffee" for coffee press but I was wondering if the regular ground coffee such as folgers would work as good for coffee press. If someone knows the answer and wouldn't mind sharing, I'd really appreciate it!

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The reason you are supposed to use coarse ground coffee is because the grinds are larger, making it so the coffee doesn't come through the mesh filter. If you use a finer grind such as auto drip will run the risk of drinking grounds. YUCK!

Question : Does a french coffee press make a great deal of difference in the taste, or I should say, ?30 dollars worth?
I'm thinking of getting one for Christmas, but I hesitate if it's just going to taste like another cup of coffee. Also, how many seconds do you count for the perfect grind size(home grinder) for said press?

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To me, a French Press is the best way to brew coffee. It is so much smoother, and the coffee never tastes burnt. Also, buying a French Press isn't exactly like buying a coffee maker....expensive ones don't really make that much of a difference. I bought one for $10 and it makes great coffee. Even though filters are not really expensive, you will never have to worry about buying them again! Plus, there is much less of a mess to worry about.I can't help you with how many seconds you need to hold the grind for, but do know that you are going to want to grind it as coarse as you can. Fine grounds will leave sediment in the coffee and you will have one nasty cup of coffee. Do not grind your coffee as long as you would for your pot you use now.

Question : how do you use a personal coffee press?
i purchased a stainless steel personal coffee press a fewyears ago and have recurrent issues that effect my use.number one...the filter on the end of the plunger often timesslides up forcing me to undo it and replunge andnumber two...about an ounce of liquid is trapped under the filter that seems to be just waste leavingme with net a less than complete cup of coffee.do all personal presses have these problems andhow is the best way to deal with them?

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http://www.videojug.com/film/how-to-make-cafetiere-coffeei've only made it a few times, and each time it tasted good. there might be a mechanical defect in your coffee press. The ounce of liquid remaining is usually discarded, since it is extra strong. Make sure the plunger is screwed on nice and tight.

Question : Where to find a Bodum French Coffee Press 12 cup glass insert?
Looking to find a glass insert for a 12 cup Bodum French Coffee Press?Where can I find one?

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I've seen spare carafes for sale at housewares stores. Also ask at coffee shops. You can also order them online from Bodum.

Question : Do French press coffee makers require different coffee grounds?
I'm thinking of getting my dad a french press, but am afraid he'll have to get all new coffee grounds since I read they require coarser grinds. Is that true? He has so many other coffee already ground up for his drip coffee maker. Thanks.

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Yes, finer grounds are BAD for a french press.The ones he has ground up for a drip maker will pass through the filter and make one nasty, sludgy cup of coffee. Also, finer grounds make it harder to push down on the plunger and create sediment that way, too.What type of French Press are you getting him? There is also a difference of grind in the type of filter of the press.Generally, all presses should be ground to about the size of sea salts, but a metal filter needs to be ground a bit coarser than a nylon filter.best of luck!

Question : How to make good French press coffee?
I love french press coffee but I've no idea how to make it.I bought a Bodum French press. How do I use it?Please bear in mind that I don't want to spend alot of money on equipment and expensive beans. And I also need to be able to buy the stuff easily. Like from my local Tescos.

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While you can brew anything in a French press, you won't get great coffee out of it without great beans. If you put nasty coffee in, you'll get nasty coffee out.What you need is coffee ground pretty coarsely. The instructions say to use the coarsest grind. I thought it worked better with the coffee ground to a percolator grind, but I'd suggest experimenting. Regular canned coffee for an automatic drip machine will not work. So you're going to have to buy whole-bean coffee and either grind it in the store or grind it with your grinder at home. You can get a cheap grinder for US$20 or less, but if you want a high-quality grinder expect to pay quite a bit more.Once you have your coarsely ground coffee, use the scoop to put coffee in the press (1 scoop per 4 oz of coffee - if you have a 16-oz press and want to fill it with coffee, that's 4 scoops). If you're picky about quality or just don't want it to cool too fast, pre-heat the press by pouring hot water in it. Then pour in water just off the boil, add the cover, and wait 4 minutes. Then press the plunger down and pour the coffee out. Let it cool (or not) and enjoy!

Question : How do you make the best cup of coffee with your french press????
We have a French Press Coffee Maker (it's small for just 2 cups), my husband got it as a present over ten years ago. I LOVE IT! However, lately, my coffee just doesn't seem to be as good as it use to. I buy organice coffee that I grind myself. I'm just looking for a better technique for a better coffee?? How do you store your coffee for the best flavor and freshness???Do you grind your own or is it pre-ground???Some people have told me not to boil my water, because it scalds the beans??? Is this true?How many beans is too much? (I normally spoon it 4 large spoons) How long do you let your coffee before you press it??I don't know if I forgot something or if it just the way I am making it these days, but my coffee seems too strong and lacking in flavor(which I thought I would never admit). Plus I can't find that ideal taste anymore. Sometimes I feel like it a sludge almost.I've tried less coffee but it's like water.Any suggestions???Thanks!I grind my beans on a weekly basis at the begining of the week, & store them in a sir tight ceramic containter in the fridge. Some people say to use the freezer, but I have been told that takes out the oils in the beans. I'm lost and needing guidence ...!That was subpose to be "air tight" container ... sorry.I rinse the coffee press daily and clean it on the weekends. I will try the vinegar idea with my kettle, that is a good thought.I use good water for my coffee, so I am content with that.

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Water quality makes a huge difference in the flavour of coffee.I'd suggest trying first to clean (or "descale") your kettle, or whatever you use to boil your water. Just fill it with regular white vinegar and bring to a boil. Discard vinegar (or save it to descale another appliance!) and rinse kettle with cold water. Fill with cold water and boil again. Repeat rinsing & boiling with fresh cold water 2 more times.You can do the same with your coffee maker to remove any kind of buildup in it.If that doesn't make a difference, try using different water, like filtered (ie: brita) or bottled.Next I'd try replacing the coffee maker's filter, maybe it's becoming a bit clogged? (although the vinegar process should clean out the filter too).If none of this works I'd try a different brand of coffee. It's possible that either your tastes have changed, or the producer is having a bad crop season, or maybe the quality of your brand has dropped.Honestly, there are so many possibilities, I think you just need to play around with all the variables until you find yourself with a fabulous cup of coffee again!

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