How to make mesquite using a French Press
WHAT YOU NEED:
3-4 heaping Tbsp Mesquite
1.5c Water
DIRECTIONS:
Depending on desired strength, put 3-4 heaping tablespoons of grounds into the French Press. Pour 1.5c of hot water over and let steep for 3 minutes. Plunge and serve.
Step-by-step
WHAT YOU NEED:
- 3-4 heaping Tbsp Mesquite
- 1.5c Water
1
Add 3-4 heaping tablespoons of mesquite to the French press, based on your desired strength and serving size.
2
Pour 1.5 cups of hot water over the mesquite grounds, saturating them evenly.
3
Place the lid on the French press without pressing down the plunger. Let it steep for about 3 minutes.
4
Slowly press down the plunger to separate the mesquite grounds from the liquid.
5
Pour into your cup, and enjoy!
Other ways to make mesquite
Espresso Machine
Fill portafilter with 1.5 tblsp of grounds (roughly 3/4 full). Do not tamp. Extract espresso like normal.
Espresso Machine
ChemEx
Place filter into ChemEx and fill with 1 tablespoon of grounds per 5oz cup of mesquite.
ChemEx
Pour Over
Place mesquite in filter (according to desired strength). Pour hot water in spiral motion. Allow to brew.
Pour Over
For the mesquite aficionado
| GROUNDS WEIGHT | WATER/EXTRACTION AMOUNT | WATER TEMPERATURE | BREWING OR EXTRACTION TIME | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso Machine
Single |
8g | 1oz | 200°F | 12 - 22 sec |
| Espresso Machine
Double |
15g | 2oz | 200°F | 12 - 22 sec |
| French Press
Plunger |
26-34g | 12oz | 200°F | 4 min |
| Moka Pot
3 cup |
17g | 5oz | 200°F or Room Temp | Until complete |
| AeroPress
|
14-15g | 7oz | 200°F | 2 min 30 sec |
| Pour-Over
|
50g | 25oz | 200°F | Until complete |
| Chemex
|
50g | 25oz | 200°F | Until complete |
| Drip
|
50g | 25oz | Room temp | Until complete |