Core Coffee Press

Meet the Core Coffee Press – your durable, sleek solution to a perfect brew! Available in two practical sizes, this cafetiere is designed for coffee enthusiasts who appreciate both style and substance. What makes it outstanding? It's proudly 100% plastic-free, embodying our commitment to sustainability. Designed and developed in the UK for people that love medium strength coffee, the Core Coffee Press is crafted from high-quality borosilicate glass and, you guessed it, premium stainless steel.

It's not just a coffee maker; it's a statement of durability and modern design in your kitchen. And when it comes to taste, get ready for a rich, velvety coffee experience with every pour. If you're searching for a stainless steel cafetiere that combines sophistication with eco-friendly features, the Core Coffee Press is your trusty companion. Upgrade your coffee game and enjoy the perfect blend of style and functionality.

Ingredients and Tools:

• Filter ground coffee
• Hot water
• Core Coffee Press
• Stirring utensil
• Timer

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Measure Coffee:

   • Use a filter ground coffee for French Press brewing. A general guideline is to use a coffee-to-water ratio of 1:15 or 1:16. For example, for every 1 gram of coffee, use 15-16 grams of water.

2. Preheat your Core Coffee Press:

   • Pour a small amount of hot water into the French Press to preheat it. Swirl the water around, and then discard it.

3. Add Coffee:

   • Add the measured coffee grounds to the bottom of the Coffee Press.

4. Add Hot Water:

   • Heat water to just below boiling (around 93°C). Pour the hot water over the coffee grounds, ensuring even saturation. Use a pouring kettle or milk pitcher for better control.

5. Stir and Bloom:

   • Stir the coffee-water mixture gently with a wooden or plastic utensil to ensure all grounds are saturated. Allow it to bloom for about 30 seconds.

6. Attach Lid and Plunge:

   • Attach the lid to the cafetiere without pressing down the plunger. Let the coffee steep for the desired time (typically 4-6 minutes).

7. Plunge:

   • After steeping, slowly press down the plunger, separating the coffee grounds from the liquid.

8. Pour and Serve:

   • Pour the brewed coffee into your favourite mug.

Tips:

• Experiment with the coffee-to-water ratio to find your preferred strength.
• Use fresh, high-quality coffee beans for the best flavour.
• Start with clean equipment to avoid any lingering flavours from previous brews.

By following these steps, you can enjoy a rich and flavourful cup of coffee using any coffee press. Adjustments can be made based on personal taste preferences. Still having troubles? Check out our guide to brewing with a cafetiere.

How to Make Coffee in a Cafetiere?

Getting the perfect coffee takes time and practice. Knowing what grind size to use, how much coffee to put in and how long to brew for can feel like a minefield. Find out how to make perfect cafetiere coffee here.

How Much Coffee Should I put in my Cafetiere?

We recommend between 15g - 18g of freshly ground coffee per person for the ultimate brew. This is the equivalent of one heaped tablespoon, or you can use our scoop measuring spoon for more accurate estimates.

Can I Buy Replacement Cafetiere Beakers?

We all know accidents happen, that's why we've made it easy to get your hands on the Core Coffee Press replacement beaker with the glass handle. This product is available in the 3 cup and 8 cup size.

How Often Should I Replace the Metal Filter?

The metal filter on your cafetiere prevents coffee ground from getting into your cup. We'd recommend changing it every 6 - 12 months depending on usage. If you want an even cleaner brew from your coffee press, try doubling up the metal filter.

Can I Use Filter Ground Coffee in my Cafetiere?

Yes! In fact, many coffee drinkers are switching to a slightly finer grind size in order to extract the full flavour from the bean. Our House Darker Roast is full of rich milk chocolate and caramel flavours and is perfect for your cafetiere. Just remember to reduce the extraction time to 4 minutes.

What Size Cafetiere do I Need?

We offer two coffee press sizes, a 3-cup and an 8-cup. Cup sizes are based on a traditional Italian serving of around 120ml. You'll notice the 3-cup cafetiere will make 1 mug of fresh coffee. The 8-cup cafetiere makers around 3 mugs. If you're looking for a single use coffee maker, we'd recommend the 3-cup. The last thing you want to do is leave your coffee to overextract! An 8-cup cafetiere is perfect for family mornings around the breakfast table.

Why Does my Cafetiere Coffee Taste Bad?

There are a number of reasons your brew might not be to your liking (and it's usually not got anything to do with the coffee you're using). This article explains all the reasons your cafetiere coffee tastes bad.

How do I Exchange or Return my Coffee Press?

Our aim is to give you all the information you need to choose the right coffee maker for you, but when something goes wrong we want to do what we can to help. Refer to our returns policy for more information about returns or exchanges. Please note, we are unable to offer a return or exchange if the Core Coffee Press has been used.

UK Orders

• Free Delivery Royal Mail 48 Tracked | Orders Over £40
• Free Express Delivery DPD | Orders Over £100
• Standard Delivery | Royal Mail 48 Hour Tracked - £3.95
• Express Delivery | Royal Mail 24 Hour Tracked - £5.95

Orders placed before 1pm will dispatch on the same day. Orders placed after 1pm will dispatch on the following working day. Our carriers will attempt to deliver twice and also leave a collection card. If they are unable to deliver and you do not collect your parcel, the goods will be returned to us and you will be liable to pay any additional delivery charge.

Please note: once your order has been placed it is unlikely we will be able to change it as our warehouse processes orders immediately. 

International Orders

• We deliver internationally through Royal Mail International Standard
• Europe delivery 3-5 working days
• Worldwide delivery 6-7 working days
• For international shipments outside of our delivery countries please contact Forward2Me or another parcel forwarder
• Depending on your delivery location you may be required to pay import duties and charges
• It is your responsibility to return any unwanted items before a refund will be processed

View our Shipping Page for a full list of international shipping costs. 

Exchanges & Refunds

 We want you to be happy with your purchase. We have a 30 days returns policy and we will offer a refund or exchange as long as we receive the goods back within 30 days of the delivery date. 

Please ensure you say whether you require a refund or exchange in the notes. 

Unwanted Items

• The product and retail packaging must be unused and in perfect saleable condition
• Tapes or labels must not be applied to the product packaging
• Please note we are permitted by law to reduce your refund to reflect any reduction in the value of the goods caused by your handling
• If you would like to exchange or send an undamaged and unused item back, you are responsible for the delivery back to Barista & Co Coffee and any associated delivery fee for the replacement. You should ensure you have a proof of postage and insurance.
• We cannot offer exchanges and refunds for coffee as it is a foodstuff
• We cannot offer exchanges and refunds for gift cards or customised products
• If you have ordered multiple items and request a refund for part of the order you will be charged £3.95 if this takes the original order value below our free delivery value of £40, this is not charged if you request an exchange
• Exchanges and refunds can only be process after you request a refund through your account
• Items sent back without a request will not be processed and you will be liable to pay shipping if you would like the goods back
• Your refund or exchange will be provided once the goods have been received and inspected
• For exchanges we will not charge delivery for the second order as long as the value is over £20
• From your request we aim to process refunds within 5 working days however your bank may also take time to process the refund
• If you have not received a refund within 10 days, please email hello@baristaandco.com

Damaged or Wrong Items Delivered

• If you receive a damaged or broken item we will happily replace this for you
• A replacement request must be submitted through your account
• Once submitted we may request photographic evidence of the damage
• We aim to dispatch replacements within 3 working days of submission
• If we have sent the wrong item please submit a request through your account
• Once processed we will provide a free returns label and kindly ask you send the item back to us

Cancelled Orders

• We process all orders immediately and we are unable to prevent shipments so please take care ordering the correct item
• Once you receive your delivery, you are able to return as part of our unwanted item policy
• It is your responsibility to pay the return shipping cost

Returns Address

Barista & Co C/O HCI Distribution
4-6 Parkside
Christchurch Road
Ringwood
Hampshire
BH24 3SQ

Please note: This policy does not include coffee machines as we have to use specialist shipping services. We are happy to accept unused returns for these items but return shipping charges will vary.