French press coffee and tea brewer KingHoff KH-1996, stainless steel plunger, 1 L capacity

KingHoff KH-1996 is a 1 L French press brewer designed for manual immersion brewing of coffee and tea. The unit combines a heat-resistant glass or insulated beaker with a stainless steel plunger and mesh filter to separate grounds or leaves from the brewed beverage. With a one-litre capacity, this French press produces multiple cups per brew and is intended for household use and small gatherings, offering straightforward operation and easy extraction of full-flavored coffee or steeped tea.

Advantages

The stainless steel plunger and mesh filter provide reliable separation of solids and consistent extraction, while the 1 L volume supports multiple servings without repeated preparation. Construction focuses on simple assembly and cleaning, and the manual immersion method enables control over brew strength and steeping time. Materials chosen for the plunger and filter resist corrosion and maintain performance during repeated use.

Suitable for

• Brewing medium to strong coffee by immersion for home consumption
• Steeping loose-leaf tea, herbal infusions, and rooibos
• Preparing multiple cups for small groups or offices
• Controlled extraction experiments for manual brewing techniques

Key specifications

• Capacity: 1 litre total volume
• Plunger material: stainless steel components for rod and filter frame
• Filter type: fine stainless steel mesh for grounds and leaf separation
• Intended use: manual immersion brewer for coffee and tea
• Suitable for household and small gathering use

How to use

Preheat the beaker by rinsing with hot water, then add coarsely ground coffee or loose-leaf tea to the desired dose for a 1 L volume. Pour hot water (below boiling for most teas) over the grounds or leaves, stir briefly to ensure even saturation, and place the plunger assembly on top without pressing. Allow the beverage to steep for the recommended time for your chosen roast or tea type, then slowly press the plunger down to separate solids from the liquid. Serve immediately to preserve optimal flavor.

Usage recommendations

For coffee, use a coarse grind and steep for 3–5 minutes depending on desired strength. For most loose-leaf teas, use water at the temperature appropriate for the leaf type and shorten steeping time to avoid bitterness. Clean the stainless steel filter after each use to prevent residue buildup and rinse all components with warm water; for deeper cleaning, disassemble and wash with mild detergent.