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Why? I thought the hotter the water, the better the coffee. That tends to be the problem with many run-of-the-mill coffee makers. The water is just not hot enough. Since I got my French Press, I always boil the water. Now, I'm curious.



ideally the h2o should be at a temp between 195°-200°.
particularly for an oilier roast--or more full bodied varietal.
if the water is too hot, the oils are leached from the bean, leaving a
less than savory flavor and finish.

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