French Press coffee maker HARIO Cafe Press U, 600 ml, black

HARIO Cafe Press U is a 600 ml French press coffee maker designed for manual brewing of coffee and tea. The heat-resistant glass beaker and glass lid provide a clear view of the brewing process, while the stainless-steel mesh plunger separates grounds effectively to deliver a full-bodied cup. Its 600 ml capacity is suitable for preparing multiple servings for home or small-office use, and the simple construction allows straightforward operation and cleaning.

Advantages

The HARIO Cafe Press U combines heat-resistant glass construction with a stainless-steel mesh plunger to preserve aroma and oils during immersion brewing. A transparent beaker lets you monitor extraction time and surface activity, while the compact 600 ml capacity balances batch size and storage convenience. The design minimizes contact with plastics in the brew path and is easy to disassemble for rinsing.

Suitable for

• Manual brewing of medium to coarse ground coffee for 2–3 cups
• Steeping loose-leaf tea or herbal infusions
• Home kitchens and small office coffee service
• Short extraction methods where immersion and control over steep time are required

Key specifications

• Capacity: 600 ml (approx. multiple small cups)
• Beaker material: heat-resistant glass
• Filter type: stainless-steel mesh plunger for immersion brewing
• Color / finish: black accents on lid and handle
• Suitable for: coffee and loose-leaf tea

How to use

Preheat the beaker with hot water, discard the rinse, then add medium-coarse ground coffee or tea leaves. Pour hot water over the grounds to the 600 ml level, stir gently to ensure even saturation, and place the plunger assembly on top without plunging immediately. Allow the mixture to steep for the desired extraction time (commonly 3–5 minutes for coffee), then press the plunger down slowly and evenly until fully depressed. Serve immediately to avoid over-extraction, and separate remaining grounds from brewed liquid before storage.

Usage recommendations

Rinse the plunger and beaker after each use to prevent oil buildup; use a coarse grind for coffee to reduce fines passing through the mesh. Avoid sudden temperature shocks to the glass beaker by preheating and using water that is hot but not boiling.