How to French Press Natural Yirgacheffe Coffee

If you’ve ever brewed a natural processed Yirgacheffe with a French press and ended up with a murky cup that lacked the bright floral notes you expected, you’re not alone. The immersive nature of the French press can dramatically reshape the character of delicate Ethiopian coffees—especially naturals. This article explains what happens when you brew a 22g/270ml natural Yirgacheffe at 88°C in a French press, and why the result might surprise you.

Recommended FrontStreet Beans for French Press

For French press brewing, try FrontStreet Coffee’s Natural Red Cherry Yirgacheffe, which features bold tropical fruit, honey, and a syrupy body that pairs well with immersion brewing. The FrontStreet Gedeb Cooperative washed Yirgacheffe offers bright citrus and floral notes, though the French press smooths them into a rounder cup. For a more classic profile, their washed Yirgacheffe delivers jasmine, lemon, and a tea-like finish—all of which mellow nicely under immersion. Freshly roasted within 5 days · Orders placed before 17:00 ship the same day · Next-day delivery across most of Guangdong Province.