How to make really good french press coffee?

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<p>One of mine is also a small version, but I can take the mesh apart by turning the handle counter-clockwise and keeping the bottom fixed There is no visible screw as it is hidden in the shaft. If yours is fixed or a really small one, you can also pull the mess back a little to increase the friction when pushing down. </p>

<p>I think replacement meshes start at the 4 cup level.</p>

<p><a href=“http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Replacement-Filter-French-Press/dp/B0013UJEYY”>http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Replacement-Filter-French-Press/dp/B0013UJEYY&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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<p>Fwiw, I like this model and it is priced well via Prime</p>

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<p>Watch the video that is part of the reviews! Covers the issues well!</p>

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<p>Coffee grounds make great compost. And yes, if you don’t have a compost heap you can amend soil with them directly. I used to mix them with eggshells and put them in a balcony garden when I lived in an apartment in Germany. I just use a slightly scooped shaped spatula to get the grounds out of my French press. It’s not my favorite job, so I usually manage to let dh take care of it.</p>

<p>Also if you like crema - you can zap your milk in the microwave and whisk it for a pretty decent approximation. It’s even easier with the tiny little battery operated whisks (Aerolatte® Steam Free Milk Frother), but my experience is that they don’t last long enough for one not to feel guilty about buying one. They work really well though!</p>

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<p>That 8 cup Bodum referenced looks like the one I got H, his could be smaller (4 cup?) but does come apart to clean. Since I don’t drink coffee he gets to make and clean up for himself.</p>