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0 pointssenkora2y ago0 comments

> It also has the benefit of reducing cafestol, which makes it healthier, according to some.

I often filter my french press cold brew after-the-fact with a paper filter to achieve this.

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base6982y ago· 1 in thread

Isn't the paper filter supposed to strip flavorful oils? Which negates using a French press?

Probably. To be honest I just find it convenient to use a French press as a cold brew maker and first-pass filter, because it is IMO easier to keep clean than a nut milk bag or coffee sock.

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