Primula Glass French Press Coffee Maker 34 oz
- 8 cups, 34 oz capacity
- Borosilicate glass carafe, temperature safe
- Stainless steel mesh filter, reusable
- Manual brewing, no power source
- 4 minute steep, then press the plunger
- 8.25 in tall, 1.7 lb
Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A manual glass press for brewing several cups of coffee or tea at once, with a reusable steel mesh filter and no paper needed. Glass needs careful handling, and dishwasher care is not stated.
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ASIN: B0F9HRMY9CCategory: French Presses
Overview
Coffee drinkers who brew for a few people at once get a manual press with a borosilicate glass carafe and a stainless steel mesh filter from Primula. Coarse grounds or tea leaves steep in hot water, then the plunger pushes the grounds to the bottom.
Brewing is simple and fully manual, so it works in a kitchen or an office with only a kettle nearby. The steel mesh lets coffee oils through for a fuller cup, though fine sediment can reach the last pour. A glass carafe shows the brew but needs care around hard sinks.
Who it's for
Shared kitchens and offices with a kettle get a press that serves several mugs from one brew. People who want an unbreakable travel press or a fully automatic brewer should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- No power or paper filters needed
- Reusable stainless steel mesh filter
- Brews coffee or loose tea leaves
- Clear glass shows brew progress
- Dishwasher safety not listed
- Glass carafe can break if dropped
- Needs coarse grounds for a clean cup
- Fine grounds can slip past the mesh
Performance notes
Cup quality comes from grind size, steep time and water temperature, since the grounds stay in contact with the water until the plunger presses them down. Coarse grounds let the mesh filter trap more particles, while a finer grind clogs the screen and leaves silt. Pouring off the coffee right after pressing limits bitterness from continued extraction.
Specifications
| Brand | Primula |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1.7 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4 × 7.8 × 8.2 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 8 cups |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Borosilicate Glass, Stainless Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 8-cup French Press |
| Other details | |
| Filter Type | Reusable stainless steel mesh |
| Coffee Input Type | ground_coffee |
| Coffee Maker Type | French Press |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Specific Uses For Product | Filter Coffee |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Portable |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Primula French press need any setup before brewing?
No setup or power is listed. Add coarse coffee grounds or tea leaves, pour in hot water, stir gently, steep and then press the plunger slowly.
Can the Primula French press brew tea?
Yes, the description names tea leaves as well as coarse coffee grounds.
What grind works in the Primula French press?
The instructions call for coarse grounds, which the stainless steel mesh filter is designed to trap.