Gluten Free French Press Coffee
There is something deeply satisfying about a cup of coffee brewed this way — rich, full-bodied, and completely in your control from start to finish. The French press method lets the coarsely ground beans steep fully in hot water, pulling out oils and depth that paper filters typically trap and discard. That bloom step, where the grounds swell and release a light foam, is a small moment of kitchen magic that signals you're doing everything right. Because this is pure coffee and filtered water, it is naturally free from gluten by every definition — no additives, no thickeners, no hidden ingredients to second-guess on a label. The key to avoiding bitterness is pouring immediately after pressing, so the coffee doesn't keep extracting in the carafe. It's a simple, meditative ritual that rewards a little patience with a genuinely exceptional cup.
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2 servings
- 28 g (about 4 tbsp) whole coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 2 cups (480 ml) filtered water
Instructions
- 1
Heat the water in a kettle until it just comes off the boil, about 200°F (93°C) — remove from heat and let it sit for 30 seconds if it reaches a full rolling boil.
- 2
Add the coarsely ground coffee to the empty French press carafe.
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