French press for tea

French press - a glass container with a handle for brewing tea, made in the shape of a cylinder. The container comes with a domed metal cover, which ends with a press in the form of a sieve or a metal plunger (piston).

Brewing tea for many centuries is not a purely functional process, but a ritual that allows you to express your aesthetic taste, as well as establish communication with people. From this point of view, the external features of the French press come to the fore.

French presses gained popularity in Europe after World War II, although the French press was coined in 1929 by designer Attilio Kalimani. An unusual functional feature of the kettle was the use of a plunger.

This device is designed to separate tea from tea leaves, which is the main know-how of a French press. The plunger has advantages over the teapot strainer, because tea leaves in the space of the flask open better, highlighting the taste and aroma.

The choice of tea connoisseurs falls on the French press for various reasons that they may not even be aware of. Functionality, convenience, aesthetics and even psychology play a role here.

1. From the point of view of convenience, a French press is better than a kettle in that the liquid does not pour out from under the lid, even with a strong angle of inclination.
2. Tea leaves are pressed firmly by the press to the bottom and do not clog into the teapot spout.
3. The nose of the French press is small and cannot clog.
4. Tea is brewed faster, and hot water on the eyes turns into the color of tea, if you move the press from the bottom up, which gives a special meditative state from brewing tea.
5. However, the most important psychological feature of the choice of a French press is the desire to see a drink; this makes the taste of tea richer. In addition, psychologists note that the ability to see the contents of a French press creates a sense of security.
6. The capacity is created, as a rule, from a thicker glass than a regular glass teapot, this reduces the likelihood that it will break and prevent the formation of scratches when washing.
7. If you make tea with milk and sugar (masala), then you can add milk to the container itself and mix using a press.
8. After use, the tea leaves can be easily thrown out in one motion, unlike a teapot, in which leaves stick to the bottom, and the hand does not always penetrate the hole under the lid.
9. The French press can be easily washed with a brush.

Perhaps the biggest benefit for the owners of the French model teapot lies in its volume, which can reach one liter. Such a volume of tea without loss of its temperature properties and taste can be brewed only in this model of the teapot. Standard volumes:

• 350 ml;
• 600 ml;
• 800 ml;
• 1 liter

For most consumers, the functional properties of dummies are important. The options discussed below are typical French models, their main features are a combination of modern materials and simple design.

This model is distinguished by the classic design of a press-type teapot. Its volume (600 ml) is suitable for making tea for 2 people. The main advantage of this teapot is its strength, which promises durability, because it is made of thick glass, steel and plastic.

Bonuses can be called dense the fit of the piston to the inner walls of the container and the heat resistance of the glass. Such a kettle will last a long time and will not break if it falls. Price - from 600 to 900 rubles.

To brew tea for a large company, you will need the most capacious version of the teapot, the volume of which is 1 liter. The flask is made of heat-resistant glass, the filter is made of stainless steel, the rubber handle does not heat up in your hands and makes it easy to lift even a full kettle.

Perhaps, This is the best model for brewing tea for 3-4 people. Fascinating gamut of color and the complete absence of tea leaves in cups is a nice bonus from using this model. Price - 900-1200 rubles.

The product is characterized by a minimalistic design, low price and small volume. The advantage of the model is its silicone stand, which protects the surface of the table from overheating. The handle of the model can be made of glass, rubber or steel. Price - 269 rub.

Perhaps one of the most expensive models, while its functionality knows no limits. For lovers of hot tea, a thermos French press is a good fit. You can make tea in it and use it during the day, for example, at work.

Such a thermos can be taken with you on a hike, for example, when you need to light a fire to heat water. A convenient kettle will last for many years and will not break, because its surface is made of stainless steel. At the same time, the kettle is no heavier than its glass counterparts. Price - 4699 rubles.

The refined model of a liter teapot is an optimum combination of the low price and design idea. Decorated with golden rings around the perimeter and complemented by a golden lid, The kettle stands out from the classic models, while possessing all the advantages of a functional teapot. The price is 1619 rubles.

The beauty of this teapot lies in the laconicism of its forms. A large rubber handle makes it easy to tilt the kettle and get a fairly powerful stream that spills from a convenient nozzle.

Not the cheapest stylized teapot will suit Moroccan and Turkish cuisine styles. It stands out, rather, for its aesthetics, rather than practical properties. Its golden cup holder is made of copper coated stainless steel. The ornate shape is the main highlight of the teapot and determines its rather high price compared to similar models.

A thin pen may not be so convenient; fear is the overheating of the copper surface of the cup holder. You can choose this model for a wooden table; it will fit perfectly into a stylized tea party. Price - 1693 rub.

Some manufacturers seek to complement the laconic form of the kettle with a variety of patterns. Anyone who wants to admire the combination of the color of tea with the pattern of the lid and cup holder can choose a simple model for tea drinking in the Russian style Dobrynya “Berries”. The lid of the teapot fits snugly to the flask, but the bottom is not equipped with a stand and can overheat the surface of the table. The price is 417 rubles.

This model, combining an interesting aesthetic solution and functionality, is suitable for tea drinking in an oriental style. The volume of the teapot (600 ml) is intended, rather, for two friends or a narrow family circle. Its main advantages are Creative cup holder and bronze-coated steel cover. Price - 750 rubles.

One of the budget options. A light and aesthetically pleasing kettle with a press will allow you to brew a magic drink for one person. A refined pen may not be so convenient to use, but its bend emphasizes the aesthetics of the model. The lid of the kettle is firmly attached to the flask, which ensures long-term preservation of temperature. Price - 350 rubles.

The main secret to getting a good drink is the acquisition of quality tea. To make the tea tasty and aromatic, it is important to choose the right dosage. The best option for traditional black tea is 2 teaspoons per 200 ml of boiling water. This dosage is suitable for black tea in packages. If tea is purchased in a tea shop, then for the preparation of the drink it is better to use 1 teaspoon per 200 ml.

The procedure for brewing tea consists of three stages:

• pour the tea leaves into a glass container;
• pour water, but not boiling water, but boiling;
• cover with a lid and in a minute lower the piston.

The main material for the production of French presses is stainless steel, which is easy to clean from plaque using starch, even if it loses its former sheen over the years. Almost everything, even cheap teapots, are created using glass that is especially durable and resistant to high temperatures, as well as rubber and plastic.

When choosing a suitable model, you need to pay attention to the following points.

• The choice of a teapot may be successful or not very depending on the tightness of the piston to the inner surface of the bulb, it is important that it is clearly fixed.
• The lid should sit firmly on the flask so that water does not spill out.
• The bottom of the kettle should not leave marks on the tablecloth and overheat the surface of the oilcloth. To do this, on the teapots make steel or plastic supports for the flask. The presence of such a stand should be checked when choosing.
• You can order a French press in an online store, however, it is better to pay for the purchase upon receipt, because it is important to check how tightly all the parts of the kettle fit to its bulb.

See how to make tea in a French press in the next video.