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Jetboil Coffee Press

Item # 760629

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Turn your Jetboil Personal Cooking System into a French press and sip your favorite coffee in the backcountry with this accessory.

  • Minimal weight is a small price to pay to enjoy your favorite bean rather than instant coffee
  • Works just like a French press in your Jetboil cup
  • Includes basket, rod and knob
  • Stows inside Jetboil cup, so it won't take up any space in your pack

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Item 760629

Jetboil Coffee Press Specs

Specification

Description

Weight1 ounce
MaterialAluminum

Jetboil Coffee Press Customer Reviews

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Jetboil Coffee Press
 
3.8

(based on 22 reviews)

82%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (21)
  • Compact (15)
  • Functional (12)
  • Easy to use (10)
  • Durable (3)

Cons

  • Difficult to use (4)
  • Difficult to clean (3)

Best Uses

  • Backcountry camping (13)
  • Campgrounds (8)
  • Winter camping (8)
  • Day trips (7)
  • River (7)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Casual adventurer (12), Avid adventurer (10)
  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist (8), Comfort driven (6)

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Sep

12

2008

(7 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Awesome Coffee!

By Mac...Again

from New Mexico

About Me Outdoor Professional

Site Member

Pros

  • Compact
  • Easy to Use
  • Fast
  • Functional
  • Lightweight
  • Multi-Functional
  • Robust
  • Versatile

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backcountry Camping
    • Bicycling
    • Campgrounds
    • Day Trips
    • Deployment
    • Hiking
    • Jeeping
    • River
    • Survival
    • Trips
    • Winter Camping

    Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

    I've been doing this for a looong time now, and this kit makes the best camping/hiking coffee I have ever had...bar none. I received my JetBoil PCS with coffee press kit as soon as it was released, and I have zero complaints about any of it - which is a first for me.

    As mentioned in previous reviews, a coffee press is *not* your standard coffee maker - the coffee from this press is generally far stronger than a drip coffee maker, and most importantly it will retain the oils from the coffee beans that are usually left behind by paper-filter machines. The coffee grounds *must* be as coarse as possible for a coffee press to work correctly - I believe this to be the number one reason for poor reviews of this and similar products.

    Secondly, the quantity of coarsely ground coffee in addition to the proper steeping time will also greatly affect the quality of the finished coffee. Although there are numerous formulae for "perfect" coffee from a french coffee press, you will probably need to play with these variables in order to find YOUR perfect cup of coffee.

    Thirdly, and very, VERY important - do NOT boil your water prior to adding your coffee grounds! The water should be as close to boiling as possible, however. You will be able to tell a distinct difference between coffee made with boiling water (incorrect) as opposed to very, very hot water (correct).

    If you love coffee and take the time to learn how to properly use a french coffee press, I sincerely believe you will fall in love with this product.

    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort Driven

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (7 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    4

    2008

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    3.0

    Photo shows incorrect assembly of press!

    By Paddler Pete

    from Upper midwest

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Compact

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

        Several reviewers complain that the press does not adequately separate out the grounds. It's very simple to use and effective if you use a course grind AND assemble it correctly. The REI photo is INCORRECT. The base should be screwed on with the wide part of the press facing DOWN. All problems are solved.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        REI response:Good catch. The photo has since been updated.

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        May

        23

        2008

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Grind right, practice first, works great

        By mattblick

        from McKinney, TX

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Compact
        • Functional
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Difficult to clean
        • Difficult to Use

        Best Uses

        • Backcountry Camping
        • Campgrounds
        • Day Trips
        • River

        Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

        This accessory makes the slight extra weight of the jeboil (compared to a gigapower and snow peak titanium combo) worthwhile to me. If you practice with it at home a bit before your trip you can get incredible tasting coffee and avoid the grinds. This accessory does not take the skills of a barista but I am seriously thinking about doing a youtube video to demonstrate for the many people that have purchased it and had less than desirable results.

        It has been mentioned many times, but GRIND COARSE! I have a burr grinder that gives me a uniform and coarse grind. If you have a whirlybird style grinder you will get a varied grind and the fine stuff will make it through the sides. Buying drip grind Folger's or similar will also result in grinds escaping. Crushing the coffee campside in an Aloksak/Opsak has also worked for me but I have to carry more coffee (weight) as the larger pieces have less surface area exposed.

        Assemble the filter with the FINS DOWN(opposite direction of the picture above). It is a little harder to start the filter on the shaft thread but it does work. With the fins as the leading edge, the grounds have less opportunity to wiggle through.

        Ensure the Jetboil lid is on tightly and push the plunger down SLOWLY.

        I typically share the Jetboil PCS mug full with several people and start it boiling again while sipping my first cup. Beside the convenience it is also the quickest way to get fresh brewed coffee in the backcountry. (No way am I using that coffee extract stuff.)

        I would like to read people's hints for dealing with the grounds; I haven't found and easy and clean way to get them out to pack out.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        12

        2007

        (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        Great idea but not a great product

        By franky5fingers

        from Baltimore, MD

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Easy To Clean
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • difficult to use

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Hiking

        Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

        The french press is a great idea but not as functional as I would have hoped. When using it like a normal french press, I find its difficult to near impossible to keep the coffee grinds from moving around the edges of the press and resuspending in the coffee. Instead I've taken to using it more as a reverse french press. I put the basket all the way down and add the coffee grinds on top. When I want the coffee I simply pull up on the basket to remove the grinds.
        With all things considered, I wouldn't recomend this product to anyone unless you just have to have fresh brewed coffee.

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Mar

        10

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Good Coffee

        By temack

        from Atlanta, GA.

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Compact
        • Easy to Use
        • Functional
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Pricey

        Best Uses

        • Backcountry Camping

        Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

        I love my morning coffee. In the pass I have used the single filter coffee, you just add water to, while backpacking. Getting ready for the AT I decided to purchase the french press for my jet boil. To my surprise it was very easy to use and made a great cup of coffee very quickly. MUCH better than the single filters.

        It is a little harder to clean but so is a home french press. If I had one con it's a little pricey. However, I'm willing to pay the deference for a better cup of coffee.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jan

        14

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        works great!

        By basti the rott

        from Phoeniz, Az.

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Compact
        • Easy to Use
        • Functional
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backcountry Camping
          • Campgrounds
          • Day Trips
          • River
          • Survival
          • Trips
          • Winter Camping

          Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

          I don't know what the problem is... This thing gives me my most important survival tool- good, fresh coffee! I have used all kinds of grinds and have not had one issue. Nay sayers- the backcountry is not Starbucks! A couple grinds never killed anyone. At least to my knowledge.
          One question tho- a few people commented that the picture was incorrect. That the fins "should" be down... Aren't they down in the picture?

          • Gift:
          • No
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Comfort Driven

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Nov

          1

          2008

          (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          The Press is the best way to make coffee

          By original slow guy

          from Texas

          About Me Casual Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Compact
          • Easy to Use
          • Functional
          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • Clean up

          Best Uses

          • Backcountry Camping
          • Campgrounds
          • Day Trips
          • River
          • Tailgating
          • Trips
          • Winter Camping

          Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

          This accessory along with the Jetboil is a take everywhere appliance. Making coffee cannot be easier.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Minimalist

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          May

          5

          2008

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Works well

          By McJoeDonald

          from Michigan

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Pros

          • Compact
          • Functional
          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • Not for Everyone

          Best Uses

          • Backcountry Camping
          • Backpacking
          • River
          • Trips

          Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

          Okay, first, as stated above, this is not a coffee filter. If you are picky about a few grounds in your coffee, shut up and buy instant... the only way you will have nice hot fresh coffee on the trail is either a percolator, a java press, or making it cowboy style. This one works great, if you take a few things into account.

          1. Coarse grounds are best... fine will pass through the gaps on the sides of the press screen.

          2. If you have never made coffee without a coffee maker, practice first! This is different than making a set amount of coffee that has the hot water flow through it only once. It will taste different too, and it may take much more or less coffee than you are used to to make it taste right.

          3. Probably the most important, make sure when u set it up that the screen is up and the small ribs are down. This will create a much better seal between the plunger and the side of the cup, resulting in fewer grounds in the coffee. It will also create a cup effect, giving the grounds a little more room at the bottom.

          I've made gallons of coffee with this guy, and had very few complaints on the trail.

          Without a paper filter, no coffee maker is perfect. Practice makes perfect!

          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Minimalist

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          15

          2007

          (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          1.0

          Lightweight but flimsy

          By rocky mtn homesick

          from Boston, MA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Compact
          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • Difficult to Use
          • Ineffective

          Best Uses

          • Backcountry Camping

          Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

          On my first try, I got mostly grounds in the coffee. My second try yielded scalding hot water all over my arm and the ground. Never got to a third try... I found this difficult to use because the pressure along the super skinny axis caused the whole thing to wiggle around - thus the mesh plate wasn't flat inside the cup.

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          8

          2007

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Simple design, simple to use

          By danb

          from San Diego, Ca

          About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • Difficult to Clean

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking

          Comments about Jetboil Coffee Press:

          Works well as a coffee press for ground coffee.

          The screen that is used as the "filter" works great. However, it is attached to a cheap-plastic ring which fits snug against the inside wall of the JetBoil cannister. It feels fragile, but after over a year of regular use it shows no signs of breaking or damage.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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