Bodum Columbia Thermal 51-Ounce Stainless-Steel Coffee Press
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: BodumBrand: Bodum
Release Date: 2003-09-01
Model: 1312-16-2
Color: Stainless Steel
Product features:
- Thermal coffee and tea press keeps beverages hot for up to 2 hours
- Double-wall stainless-steel construction insulates contents
- Safety lid keeps contents from spilling
- Dishwasher-safe for quicker cleaning
- Holds 51 ounces, enough for twelve 4-ounce cups of coffee
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Bodum Columbia Thermal 51-Ounce Stainless-Steel Coffee Press
Customer Review: This is the last coffee press you will ever have to buy!
Summary: 5 Stars
Bodum has done a wonderful job with the Columbia line of presses. I have had mine for over two years now and I would buy another one (if I needed one) in a heartbeat. I recommend this press to anyone looking for an easy to use and clean durable French press. I will try to get into detail of why I love this press so much.
First it's very easy to clean. That is so important in coffee making. Old coffee oils or even worse old grounds can destroy a pot of fresh brewed coffee. The Columbia completely disassembles by hand into 5 total parts (pitcher, lid, filter rod, filter screen and a cylinder nut) and is dishwasher safe. A daily rinse and towel dry is a must and is easy to do. I then run mine through the dishwasher one a week or so. It's very easy to keep clean and that's a big plus for me.
It's easy to use. That sounds dumb to say about a coffee press, but the Columbia is no exception. The lid fits nicely and the filter screen seals to the sidewalls very well. As long as your grind is not too fine the screen does not clog either. The spout is also drip free when pouring the fresh coffee. The handle is also nicely shaped as to really give me confidence when pouring. Brewing with this press is the same as any other press:
1) Heat fresh cold filtered water to 195-205F in a kettle.
2) Prepare press by removing lid and filter assembly. Preheat the carafe with hot water if you wish (discard before brewing).
3) As the water in the kettle hits brewing temperature grind your fresh roasted (3-14 days) coffee to a medium coarse grind (burr grinders are best). The grind is important! Experiment until you have a grind that is just coarse enough not to clog the filter when pressing it down then adjust the amount of coffee you use to your own taste. I like one gram per fluid ounce of water, so 32oz of water gets 32g of ground coffee.
4) Dump the grounds into the press carafe and when the water is at temperature pour the water over the grounds. Stir to completely submerse the grounds. Place lid on top of carafe with filter rod pulled all the way up so the filter is above the coffee/water mixture.
5) After 3 1/2 to 5 minutes (depending on your taste) slowly press the filter rod down through the coffee. Pour and enjoy.
It really is that simple. What I really like is that press brewing and the Columbia press can allow the user to really experiment with grind size and brew time. With that ability anyone can develop a system that produces perfect results for them. Whether you like strong and thick or light and mild with the proper grind and brew time the Columbia can deliver!
The Columbia just looks nice. It's a real functional piece of art. Looks as at home on the morning breakfast table or evening dinning room table. The smooth elegant lines are a pleasure to the eye any time of day.
The Columbia like any press is able to produce a cup with any intensity in flavors and a terrific aroma. There is nothing like good press brewed coffee. Is there bad press coffee? Oh yes, especially if you break the general coffee rules (use only fresh roasted beans, the best grinder you can afford and proper brewing temperatures). Follow a few simple rules however and the Columbia will deliver in every pot and every cup.
I also like the Columbia line because of the all stainless (except filter screen which is a high density resin like material) steel construction. On the Chambord line the cylinder nut is plastic. Not so on the Columbia.
All things considered I love my Columbia brewer and it has been my almost daily brewer for well over two years. It still makes coffee as good as the day I bought it. With no mechanical components the press should last forever and still looks good. I simply love the thing and I know you will too. What are you waiting for?
Description of Bodum Columbia Thermal 51-Ounce Stainless-Steel Coffee Press
The Columbia Thermal Coffee Press is the perfect solution for the coffee lover that wants to enjoy quality coffee over time. With the Columbia, you can keep your coffee hot for approximately two hours. The Columbia is made of durable double wall stainless steel. The double wall provides the insulation it needs to keep the coffee hot over time. With it's easy grip handle it is a pleasure to pour. Using a coffee press provides one of the most flavorful and balanced cups of coffee you will experience. It is easy to use too - just add coarse ground coffee, fill with hot water, stir, place the lid on and wait 4 minutes. After 4 minutes, press and enjoy. The 12 Cup Columbia is great for entertaining. The 12 Cup press is 51 oz and yields 12 - 4 ounce cups of coffee.Most coffee roasters and tea buyers recommend using a coffee or tea press to enjoy the beverages at their best, but the devices have typically offered one major disadvantage--the brewed coffee or tea cooled quickly within the glass carafe. The Bodum Columbia thermal press overcomes this shortcoming with its double-walled stainless-steel construction, which insulates hot coffee or tea to keep it warm for up to two hours. The end result is a rich, flavorful beverage with perfectly extracted flavors and aromas.
To use the Columbia press for coffee, grind fresh beans to a coarse consistency, add 2 tablespoons of coffee for every 6 ounces of water, then add hot water and brew for four to five minutes before plunging the press. Tea brews in the same manner, but with whole tea leaves instead. The press holds up to 48 ounces of liquid--enough for 12 small cups of coffee (4 ounces each)--and features Bodum's patented safety lid to keep the contents from spilling. For best results, users should dedicate the press to brewing one beverage only, as coffee and tea flavors tend to cross over when brewed separately in the same vessel. The Columbia coffee and tea press is dishwasher-safe. --Rivers Janssen
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