Coffee for cafetière / French Press

With a French Press or cafetière, you brew coffee with a full body and a rich flavor profile. Thanks to the longer extraction time, the coffee's natural oils are preserved. Discover the freshly roasted coffee beans from Van Hilst Koffie en Thee for a bold and aromatic cup of coffee.

Koffie voor cafetiere / French Press

Cafetière: Exceptional in its simplicity

The cafetière, also known as a French press, is a popular brewing method among coffee lovers who enjoy a full, rich flavour. Unlike paper filters, it does not retain the coffee's natural oils. This results in a robust coffee with plenty of body and a smooth, long finish.

The right grind is essential for a French press. A coarse grind prevents over-extraction and ensures the coffee remains clear without unwanted bitterness. Combined with freshly roasted coffee beans, this produces an exceptionally flavourful result.

Which coffee is best for the cafetière?

Almost any type of coffee can be used in a French press, but coffees with notes of chocolate, nuts, caramel and ripe fruit are particularly well suited. A Mocca Java Arabica blend, for example, is an excellent choice.
If you enjoy discovering different countries of origin, you can choose a single-origin coffee or one of our carefully selected specialty coffees.

One major advantage of the cafetière is the level of control you have over the flavour. By adjusting the grind, water temperature and brewing time, you can tailor the coffee entirely to your personal preferences. This creates a unique coffee experience every time.

At Van Hilst Coffee and Tea, we believe that freshness makes the difference. That is why our coffee beans are freshly roasted several times a week. This preserves their natural aromas and ensures a richer, fuller flavour in every cup of coffee.

Whether you are enjoying a quiet Sunday morning or serving coffee during an extended breakfast with friends, the right coffee beans will help you get the best out of your French press. Discover our range and experience how artisan-roasted coffee delivers a full flavour, rich body and delicious aroma that will leave you wanting another cup.

Looking for coffee for other brewing methods?

Jura bean-to-cup volautomatische koffiemachine. Close-up.

placement method

Fully automatic machine

The fully automatic coffee machine, also known as a bean-to-cup machine, offers maximum convenience. A single press of a button is all it takes to prepare espresso, cappuccino, americano, etc.

Coffee for fully automatic machines
Closeup van koffie die uit de piston van een espressomachine loopt.

Brewing Method

Espresso machine

Traditional espresso machines, often also called semi-automatics or piston machines , are the standard in the hospitality industry for all the coffee specialties you can drink there. Espresso is the base for cortado, flat white, cafe latte, etc.

Coffee for espresso machines
Cafetiere op een tafel met mooi licht door het keukenraam. Blokjes chocolade op een schaaltje ernaast.

placement method

Cafetiere

The Cafetiere or French Press is a very simple but effective way to make coffee. You don't need any extra paper filters. And you can make your coffee exactly to your liking by letting it steep for longer or shorter.

Coffee for the cafetiere
Gegenereerd beeld van iemand die gemalen koffie in een filter doet om koffie te gaan zetten.

SETTING METHOD

Filter

The classic coffee maker was the standard in every Dutch household for years. Whether you pour it by hand or use a machine, you still make a delicious coffee with the filter method, provided you use the right beans.

Coffee for filter
Espressopotje of Moka in een Italiaanse keuken met een kopje koffie ernaast en een schaaltje koffiebonen. AI Image.

SETTING METHOD

Espresso pot / moka

The simplicity of this coffee maker makes it a staple in many Italian households. Just place it on a gas burner or induction hob, and in a moka pot you can make a delicious cup of intense espresso or coffee.

Coffee for espresso pot

  • FARMERS DIRECT

    Some types of coffee are also sourced entirely directly from a single plantation. This is called Farmer's Direct.

    An important part of this is Farmer Direct Coffee, which focuses on the connection between coffee farmer and coffee drinker. Direct collaboration creates greater transparency in the coffee supply chain and allows us to know where our coffee comes from.

  • FRESHLY BAKED

    We roast our coffee beans twice a week, so the coffee is always fresh.

    Orders are shipped daily. If you order before 4:00 PM, your coffee will be shipped the same day.

    Some varieties are roasted especially for you, so the delivery time may be slightly longer. In that case, we will always email you so you know that your order is being processed.

  • BEANS OR GROUND COFFEE

    Many people grind the beans themselves in a superautomatic machine or with a grinder next to the coffee machine.

    No grinder at home? Then we will grind the beans for you. With the 250 and 500 gram packages, you can choose your grind.

    You can read more here about coffee grinding and the packaging.

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