Traditional Peppermint French Press
A cozy cup of coffee with fresh peppermint and rich French press brew
December 25, 2024
Looking for a refreshing twist on your French press coffee? This Traditional Peppermint French Press combines the bold, full-bodied taste of French press coffee with cool, invigorating peppermint for a delightful morning pick-me-up.
This recipe is super simple to make at home. Just pair your favorite medium-dark roast coffee with fresh peppermint leaves in a French press. The steeping process brings out the natural oils from both the coffee and mint, creating a perfectly balanced brew that's great for winter mornings or holiday entertaining.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover why this minty coffee creation will become your new favorite!
- Perfect balance of bold coffee and fresh mint
- Super simple 4-ingredient recipe
- Great hot or cold - versatile for any season
- Natural energy boost from both coffee and mint
Traditional Peppermint French Press
A cozy cup of coffee with fresh peppermint and rich French press brew
Peppermint Coffee, French Press Coffee, Hot Coffee, Mint Coffee, Holiday Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Kettle
- Coffee grinder
- Wooden spoon
- Timer
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons coarsely ground coffee (medium-dark roast)
- 2 cups hot water (200°F/93°C)
- 6-8 fresh peppermint leaves
- Optional: honey or sugar to taste
Instructions
- Rinse French press with hot water to warm it
- Add coarsely ground coffee to the French press
- Gently bruise peppermint leaves and add them to the grounds
- Pour hot water (200°F) over the coffee and mint
- Stir gently with a wooden spoon
- Let steep for 4 minutes
- Slowly press the plunger down
- Serve immediately, adding sweetener if desired
Pro Tips
- Use freshly ground coffee for the best flavor - grind should be coarse like sea salt
- Gently bruise mint leaves to release more oils before adding
- Don't press the plunger too quickly to avoid bitter flavors
- Pre-warm your French press with hot water before brewing
Calories: 5kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 0g, Fat: 0g, Sodium: 5mg, Potassium: 116mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 0g, Calcium: 8mg, Iron: 0.1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 cups
Total Time:
PT9M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
