How to Brew Coffee With a French Press: A Beginner’s Guide
Coffee made with a French press is amazing, which is why I decided to write a beginner’s guide on how
January 22, 2021
About Jeffrey
Hi, I’m Jeffrey, founder of Your Dream Coffee and a coffee expert with a background in culinary arts.
My Coffee Journey
My journey has been an exciting mix of creativity, craftsmanship, and hands-on experience—all of which led me to the world of specialty coffee.
I started my career in professional kitchens, where I trained as a chef and learned the ins and outs of flavor development, precision techniques, and ingredient balance.
It was in those fast-paced kitchens that I discovered my passion for coffee—from crafting the perfect espresso to appreciating the delicate flavors in a pour-over.
As I explored specialty coffee, I realized how overwhelming it can be for home brewers to find reliable, expert-backed information—with so much misleading advice online.
That’s why I created Your Dream Coffee—a space where I share tested brewing techniques, hands-on experience, and honest product recommendations to help you make better coffee at home.
Want to know why I started this blog? Read My Mission to learn more.
My Approach to Coffee
With a culinary background, I approach coffee like a chef—focusing on:
- How different beans & roast levels influence flavor.
- The impact of grind size, water quality, and extraction.
- How to achieve balance, consistency, and the perfect cup.
I believe that anyone can make great coffee at home with the right knowledge, techniques, and tools—and that’s exactly what I share through Your Dream Coffee.
☕ My favorite brewing method: Brewing a cup of coffee with the V60. I love the control and precision it offers, allowing each coffee’s unique flavors to shine.
Beyond Coffee: My Next Adventures
Outside of coffee, I love traveling, staying active, and seeking new experiences. Here are a few things I’d love to accomplish:
- Learn to dive
- Go skydiving
- See the Northern Lights (Checked off in 2024!)
- Design and build a house
- Go supersonic in a fighter jet
- Get featured in a Hollywood movie
- See a live performance of Eminem (Checked off in 2019!)
- Have a six-pack
Travel Goals
I’ve been fortunate to visit some amazing places, but these destinations are high on my list:
🌍 Australia
🎎 Japan (Visited in 2024!)
❄️ Norway
There’s always more to explore, both in life and in coffee. Keep brewing, and I hope to see you back here to share this passion with me!
📌 Want to start brewing better coffee? Check out my latest guides below:
Check out all the articles from Jeffrey
How to Brew Coffee With a Moka Pot: A Beginner’s Guide
The Moka pot is a great coffee brewer that makes amazing coffee. It is looked at as one of the
January 20, 2021
5 Ways That You Can Reuse and Recycle Nespresso Pods
Are you wondering if you can use your Nespresso machine’s coffee pods twice or even more? Or is there some
January 18, 2021
What Is a Long black: And How to Make This Coffee at Home?
Have you ever wondered how some coffee bars make that great-looking Long black coffee everyone keeps talking about? In this
December 14, 2020
What Is an Americano: And How to Make This Coffee at Home?
In this article, I will tell you all about the Americano. I have written 3 brewing guides to make an
November 25, 2020
4 Ways to Clean a Hario V60 to Get It Brand New Looking
We all know that cleaning your equipment can be easily forgotten. You have just brewed a nice cup of joe
November 22, 2020
4 Ways to Clean an AeroPress: Brew Coffee With a Clean Brewer
You have been making coffee for a while now, and you suddenly notice a difference in taste when brewing coffee
November 21, 2020
White Chocolate Mocha Recipe: A Homemade Chocolate Delight
This is another one of those Starbucks-inspired coffee recipes. This white chocolate mocha recipe is made by using a chocolate
November 17, 2020
Chai Latte Recipe: Get Ready for Fall With This Easy Recipe
Get cozy and make this Chai Latte for the fall and winter season to make you feel warm inside. This
November 16, 2020
Caramel Iced Coffee Recipe: Best Iced Coffee Recipe in 2025
I’m really excited to share this recipe with you. In this article, you will find everything you need to know
November 14, 2020
Burr vs Blade Coffee Grinder: Two Grinders Put to the Test
Since I started making coffee at home, I have wondered which coffee grinder to buy. What is the difference, and
November 13, 2020
AeroPress vs Pour Over: Which Coffee Brewer Is Right for You?
Let me start off by saying that this is going to be a fun comparison. In this article, I will
November 11, 2020
What Is Barrel Aged Coffee: The Coffee Trend You Should Try
In this article, I will cover everything there is to know about barrel aged coffee. This is a new coffee
November 9, 2020
The AeroPress Inverted Method: Easy Coffee Brewing Guide
Have you had the pleasure of brewing coffee with an AeroPress before? I have, and today I am here to
November 4, 2020
Chemex vs Hario V60: Which Pour-Over Coffee Brewer Fits You?
Have you ever wanted to know the difference between two of the most recognizable pour-over coffee brewers out there? This
November 2, 2020
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