Note: if you have a glass French press and are worried about hot water shattering the glass, you might want to preheat it by filling it with hot (not boiling water). Once the glass is warm, pour the water into glasses to drink later and begin with the recipe below.

Bring the water to a boil then let it cool for a minute. If you have an electric kettle and you’re able to set the target temperature, set it to 195 °F (91 °C).

Add the ground coffee beans to the bottom of the French press.

Pouring in a circular motion, cover the grounds with a little water (about 78 grams or 5 tablespoons). Don't stir.

Add the remaining water and do not stir.

Put on the plunger, but do not push it down yet.

Let it steep for 2-4 minutes. Two minutes is good for light roast (which typically isn’t used in espresso) and four is good for dark roast (which is probably what you’re using).

Slowly press down the plunger, but not all the way down, until you meet resistance from the coffee grounds. You don't want to disturb the coffee grounds by pressing down very hard.

Pour and enjoy!