InstaCuppa French Press Coffee Maker with 4 Part Superior Filtration 600 ML, Stainless Steel

So I had been using a moka pot for more than 5+ years. And while only it's handle broke, I felt the need to perhaps try a different brew of coffee this time around. I had been eyeing many a French press but this one by Insta Cuppa really got my attention with the price & customer service, and of course the product itself. I originally wanted to purchase the copper one but read of few reviews of the colour chipping so instead opted for the steel one, which is also quite stylish, albiet a little generic looking. Now, as for the product, it's been working marvellous for me. The glass is borosilicate and has stood the hot water each time. Of course it's still glass & needs to be handled with care than you would with, say an entirely stainless steel body. I have no issues with that whatsoever since the glass body is the whole product's point of attraction for me. The handle is sturdy, everything is well built. The extra mesh filters & cleaning sponge are added benefits which I'm thankful for. The lid however could have been built to close. It just sits on top which makes me feel it might slip off easily, it doesn't shut or seal off completely. I'm not sure why it's been made that way, is it a fault or part of the process, I'll never know. The spout is perfect, pours the liquid easily and precisely. Overall the looks cute. Coming to the most important and obvious part of this French press, the quality of the coffee brewed. For me, the coffee turned out very nice, better than I had imagined. With a moka pot the brew is more robust and strong with a punch. Don't get me wrong, with the French press, it's strong too but with a more smoother taste profile. The notes are more nuanced and layered. Wow apparently after using the French press for 2+ months I'm a coffee expert, judging from my choice of words! Jokes apart, the resulting brew is more flavourful, smooth and layered in taste which I found quite lovely. Even when I tried the same coffee grinds for the moka pot and French press, the end results tasted different. And of course, it's much quicker than a moka pot. As mentioned in other reviews, I contacted the Insta Cuppa team using the coupon inside and they shipped me a sleeve free of any cost. So that's the added bonus. I brewed green tea in this as well as frothed milk (plant based), both worked perfectly. The tea particles(and coffee too) get stuck in the mesh at times so that's a little annoying but a good thorough rinse cleanes them out well. All in all, I'll rate this product 10/10. With good care and handling, this should last for quite sometime. I'm very happy with my purchase.

Great product. Recommend it. The black round top is a bit rough, apart from that everything is nicely finished.

Very durable for everyday use. Have gifted it to others as well.

Good item. Go ahead and buy it. If the packaging is fine, the product doesn’t disappoint.

I have used this product more than a year. Things I love - The form factor is nice you can brew for two people easily. - The filter works really well and I personally used the James Hoffman technique. - The glass carafe can be purchased separately I have accidentally broke it twice and got the replacement for 600 rs. To condense it down. Best french press for the price. Use of glass keeps the mixture warm which is very important. Excellent place to start if you like coffee that has a heavy mouthfeel. You can even froth milk in it to add it to your coffee. You could brew a tiny batch of cold brew as well. A very versatile product in deed. It is a pain to clean but all french presses are it is not a v60 you can Just throw the filter out. But it also has no recurring cost of daily using it. If you like crisp and light coffee go for a filter brewer like a v60 Like heavy mouthfeel and richness go for french press Like latte or cappuccinos buy stove top espresso maker and froth some milk. Things you could improve to the manufactures The plunger can be improved. The lid of the french press has a hole through which the plunger passes. This hole has a nut screwed at the bottom. Through regular use the nut comes loose making the french press wobbly. The problem can be fixed very easily by tightening it back up but it would still happen say after a few uses.

Pros: 1. It is a beautifully crafted product and delivers a better tasting brew compared to coffee filters using. 2. Very little sedimentation even with fine ground beans. 3. It is easy to use and clean. 4. Makes for a lovely visual brewing experience with fruity/flower based teas like jasmine or rooibos. Cons: The glass carafe is very delicate and needs careful handling. The delicate carafe is mostly unprotected and is likely to break when one really wants a freshly brewed cup of coffee. Suggestion: It would be good if the seller can include an option for buying a spare carafe as part of the main package at a better price.

I’ve gone through several French presses, and this is by far the most impressive one. The glass feels thick and durable, and the stainless steel frame is very sturdy. Most importantly, the filtration system is excellent. I hate getting "sludge" at the bottom of my cup, but the mesh screen on this model is tight enough to catch all the fine grounds. It’s also very easy to take apart and clean. Highly recommend for any coffee lover!

Ok, but expensive.