French Press Iced Coffee

Grind the coffee. Grind the coffee beans to a medium grind using a coffee grinder. (A burr grinder is most consistent, but not required.) The size of the grind is important. If it’s too fine, it can create sediment. If it’s too coarse, it’s not flavorful enough.

Heat the water. Heat the water to hot but not boiling (200 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit) using an electric kettle, or bring it to a boil on the stovetop and then let it sit for 1 minute to decrease in temperature.

Add coffee grounds. Add the coffee grounds to the bottom of the pot.

Let coffee bloom for 1 minute. Add hot water to the height of the coffee and stir with a spoon. Set a timer and wait for 1 minute.

Add water and brew 4 minutes. Fill the French press to the top (just below the spout) and stir again. Set a timer and wait for 4 minutes.

Plunge. Place the lid on the French press and slowly press the plunger all the way down.

Serve. Fill two tall glasses with ice. Pour the hot coffee over the ice. (About half the ice should melt). Add additional ice if necessary. If desired, serve with a splash of milk or a drizzle of sweetener like maple syrup or simple syrup .