Too much sediment in French press coffee
Gritty sediment collects at the bottom of the cup, or the brew feels muddy rather than smooth.
Applies to: French press, French press coffee
Likely causes and adjustments
Try one adjustment at a time so you know what actually changed the result. Start with the first cause below — if it doesn't help, reveal the next.
Cause 1 of 3 · Reported, not independently verified
Grind too fine for the mesh filter
Grind coarser — French press requires a notably coarse grind.
What to change
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