Coffee Gator French Press Coffee Maker 34oz, Double Insulated Stainless Steel Brewer plus Travel Jar Canister, Portable Hot Cold Brew Tea for Coffee Bar Accessories Kitchen Camping, Orange

I purchased this stainless press for an 18 day trip to the Philippines. Since everyone has those electric water kettles, I was able to easily have fresh delicious coffee everyday with this press. Even the last three days at Okada Manila I was able to make fresh coffee since they also had an electric kettle in the room, although a smaller hotel sized one than the standard residential size i had at my relative's house. I brought enough coarse French press ground French roast coffee for 18 days in a couple ziplock bags and it thankfully made it through security at SFO along with the press in my carry-on. TSA simply swabbed the outside of the ziplock with some sort of test solution. They didn't open the ziplocks or stir the coffee grounds. I heard that folks who put coffee in check-in luggage usually find it all over their luggage when unpacking, so I opted for carry-on transport, with the worst option being TSA making me throw it away at the checkpoint. Better than my clothes in luggage smelling like coffee. The press didn't give a weird taste to the coffee as other presses were complained about in Amazon reviews. I skipped warming the press up first, per the instructions, since I didn't want to waste relative's filtered water they pay for in the Philippines. I just added my 6-8 tablespoons of grounds to the press and filled to the fill mark inside with boiling water, stirred the grounds, and started my iPhone timer for 4 minutes with Siri. Coffee was great every time and relatives got to enjoy it, as well. I started putting in only 6 tablespoons because 8 was honestly just too strong. But, 8 tablespoons is certainly a great tasting cup of coffee, as well. The mesh press fit the inside diameter just fine and no grounds were ever present in the poured coffee. The press' handle did not break off like some similar designed presses on Amazon other reviewer's complained about, and the press plunger action was smooth and consistent every time. The construction of the press is solid and it didn't dent at all during my trip. I'm not sure how long it keeps coffee hot as I didn't want the coffee to over-steep, so I poured the remaining coffee out into a large measuring cup I brought after filling my own carrafe, so it wasn't too bitter. The press is easy to clean. I only wish I also brought a long spoon to get the grounds out of the bottom of the press as I only had a small tea stirring spoon to work with when I got to the hotel at the end of my trip. My hand was just small enough to fit inside the press to get to the bottom to scrape out the grounds. My large measuring cup, the press, the ground coffee, and a tablespoon measuring spoon was a great kit to bring. The included glass travel jar fits 8 tablespoons of grounds. I brought it filled with grounds but didn't need to use it as I didn't go on any side trips and had access to my ziplock full of coffee grounds the whole trip. But, it's a nice travel jar, although not airtight, since the coffee smell made it out easily. I did test my press several times before packing for my trip to ensure it worked well. Overall, this is a great press, especially for someone who's trying a French press for the first time, and it definitely is a great travel press model.

Definitely a well-built and attractive unit. We are very pleased with the ease of use and the spout which does not leak or splatter when pouring coffee (unlike some other brands we have used). Aesthetics and construction - 5+ stars! I have yet to experience the coating flaking off as others have stated, but I don't put mine in the dishwasher and use a soft cloth/brush to hand wash it. The *only* disappointment is that the coffee does not stay nearly as hot if you let it stay in the coffee maker (which you really shouldn't do anyway, see my comment later about that). I always pour extremely hot water into the unit, let it stand for a minute to "preheat" the container, pour it out and then add the coarse ground coffee and add new hot water from our tea kettle. Still, the coffee drops in temperature faster than we would have expected for a vacuum insulated unit. THIS IS NOT MEANT TO BE A THERMOS CONTAINER Others have stated that the coffee becomes bitter when drinking the 2nd cup, but this is true with all French presses if you leave the coffee grinds in the press with the coffee after it brews. Many "coffee purists" suggest that you let the hot water "brew" in the press for the appropriate amount of time (varies depending on coffee, grind size, and your taste), and then immediately pour the entire contents into a preheated thermos or container to separate the brewed coffee from the grinds. This in itself solves the dropping temperature issue as I pour it into a high quality, vacuum sealed thermos which keeps the coffee hot longer. I use a Zojirushi stainless bottle which I bought on Amazon and works well. The coffee stays hot for hours though my work morning. Cleaning is typical for a French press...you just have to thoroughly wash the filter with running water until all of the grinds come loose. You may need to use a soft bristle brush or toothbrush to do a thorough cleaning. Also watch out for some of the sharp edges on the attachment while you operate the press and/or clean it. I've cut my finger already! METAL VS GLASS DEBATE The only other comment I have to make is that metal coffee presses and thermoses can affect the flavor of coffee. In fact, I prefer my coffee made in glass and poured into glass or ceramic cups but the difference is so negligible that only a few connoisseurs will tell the difference.

This is my first and only french press, but from what I've experienced, it's been awesome. This of course gives the delicious coffee you'd expect, but the key factor for this thing is the build quality. It's super solid, from the container to the press pieces. Everything fits and works really well and gives the impression that it will continue to do so. After reading how the colors chip over time, I went with the stainless steel and am so glad I did. It looks great and should continue to do so. One of the biggest reasons I chose this one was because of the company. I haven't had to deal with them, but they appear to be one of those cool, customer focused companies that have put a little extra into the quality side of things and will do anything to make sure you're happy with their products. Just make sure you hand wash all the parts, I would not recommend using the dishwasher. The brewing process: I grind the coffee and little finer than normal french press standards and it works great to give extra flavor (saw a video on this). I get the water to a boil and let it sit a few minutes to cool down. Gator suggests a 9 minute steep with a stir midway through (to remove the foam), but I skip the stir and it turns out great (foam adds flavor!). I then decanter the coffee which is crucial (I use a metal insulated water bottle). This not only keeps the coffee hot, but also allows the sediment to settle. The double screen filters work well and if you're getting too much sediment then you're probably grinding your coffee too fine. The main factor for how the coffee turns out has been the grind consistency. But there's a pretty good window to getting it right even with a blade grinder. I'll also say that if you do go too fine, it's not too big of a deal, because if you used the decanter, it just makes the last couple of ounces of coffee undrinkable - better than weak coffee from having grounds too coarse. Other than that, just make sure you don't burn it or go over 9 mins and you're golden. Super fun process, but just be ready for cleanup, I use a rubber spatula to get the coffee into the trash can (I don't suggest putting it into the garbage disposal). Overall super pleased and I look forward to making the coffee every time I use this thing.

Absolutely! Here’s a polished, friendly-yet-robust review you can post online or on social media: --- ✨ Five Stars for My New Favorite French Press! ☕️ I’m seriously impressed with this insulated French press—it’s everything I didn’t know I needed. First of all, it’s sleek and modern, with a cool, minimalist rod-style handle that looks great on my counter and feels solid in my hand. But functionally? Even better. The double-walled insulation keeps my coffee (or tea!) warm for hours without that scorched or bitter aftertaste. No more rushing to drink it all before it cools. And the added bonus? It comes with a compact storage container for coffee grounds that’s just as well-designed—perfect for travel or stashing on a tidy shelf. It’s clear this was made with both form and function in mind. Durable, stylish, and super satisfying to use. If you're a slow sipper like me or just want a beautiful, reliable press that does the job right, this one's worth every penny.

I'll start by saying I absolutely LOVE this insulated french press coffee maker. My husband needs decaf, I NEED caffeine and we had been using Keurig, but I HATED the waste. My glass French Press didn't keep my coffee hot enough, and it took forever to brew cup by cup. With this I can make my morning's batch of coffee and it stays hot. From Christmas onward, I have used this daily. Wednesday morning I noticed the fine mesh filters were feeling rough and sharp and I contacted the company to see if I could order replacements. Not a difficult or even an unusual request. Or so I thought. Thus followed a FOURTEEN email exchange! They wanted my order number and photos and all matter of nonsense. I was not home and I just kept asking if I could simply get replacement filters? It was not a warranty request I was making. They are a piece I imagine needs replacing now and then. Getting nowhere, I got them to give up on the order number (I'm lazy and it was gift anyway) but I did provide them with the requested photos. I got an email saying to expect the replacements by July 11. Well, the very next day I received an entire new coffee maker!! So, on one hand, great, a company that stands behind their goods. On the other hand, if you recall my first sentence, I got this in the first place to avoid the waste of the Keurig. Replacing an entire heavy, insulated coffee pot when I only need the fine filters is a bit much. And in six months when I need to so it again, will they send me another or will I be "out of warranty?" It's a good, long lasting French Press that would give YEARS of service if a part could be replaced. If the Coffee Gator is monitoring these reviews, please consider making it possible to order the various parts of of this french press so that it will last.

UPDATE to review below: Changed from 4 to 5 stars due to Coffee Gator's excellent customer service. It seems they really do listen. This makes a very good cup of coffee, as you'd expect a French Press to do. And it looks good. I really do like it, so bear in mind that the "cons" listed below are pretty minor in my estimation. Pros -Extremely sturdy. Also very heavy; my last (glass) french press broke when dropped. Now I fear for the tiles in my kitchen. -The lid is hollow, and I was concerned that it might take in water through the plunger holes. There is a tube insert that is welded and seems to have sealed off the cavity, so I haven't noticed any water getting into the lid. Cons -With how heavy this thing is, it seems you really do need to pre-heat it. I'm still experimenting with pouring boiling water to partially fill (when cold), adding grounds, then finishing to fill. No idea yet if this is a suitable substitute to pre-heating with hot tap water. -The plunger assembly is a little difficult to disassemble for cleaning. This is because the top of the plunger screws off in the same direction as the filtering assembly. This means that sometimes the filters come off, and sometimes the top knob comes off. If the top knob comes off, then good luck gripping the rod to unscrew the filter assembly. For the manufacturer, I'd recommend threading the top knob in the opposite direction of the filter assembly. -There are some raw edges that I'm disappointed with. I don't know the right terminology here... but the top side of the bottom filter plate (with "x" shape) is pretty sharp. This is the side contacting the filter. Also the bottom side of the top filter plate (with holes in it) has sharp edges. The result is that the very nice filter is sandwiched between two plates with sharp edges; I can only imagine that this will result in a lot of wear and tear on the filter. It certainly chews through kitchen sponges quickly when cleaning. For the manufacturer, send these parts through a ceramic bead tumbler and these edges will be nice and smooth. -The little coffee jar is... interesting. Glass jar, metal cylinder around it (with sharp bottom edges), and a metal lid that's really a plastic lid with a metal cover. Neat but not sure I will ever use it. -Product packaging could use a little improvement. The bottom styrofoam containing the jar is fine but there is nothing protecting the top of the knob in the box. The box was pretty beat up and bent down around the knob so there was obviously some abuse of the box. Everything inside was intact though.

Game changer. Best French Press I have ever had. Perfect design. Coffee maintains its temperature better in the stainless, than my prior glass press. Truly a complete, firm press with no wiggle room. Zero plastic, nice design… even appreciate the subtle line indicating the spout. With today’s climate, taking a moment & sitting with a good, hot, perfect cup of coffee is priceless. Thank you note: this is a genuine review, I was not paid to write. Peace

This is the Coffee Gator French press coffee maker. It’s a simple, no-nonsense way to brew smooth, full-bodied coffee without pods, buttons, or a learning curve. The glass carafe and stainless steel filter system help keep grounds out of your cup, and the French press design lets you control brew strength depending on how strong you like your coffee that day. After about two years of daily use, some of the exterior enamel has started to chip, but since the inside is metal, it hasn’t affected the coffee quality or how it works at all. Easy to use, easy to clean, and still a solid everyday option for good coffee without overthinking it.

Elle est belle, stable et tient bien au chaud. Le filtre ne fuit pas, et le bac verseur n’en met pas à côté. Je l’adoooore !

This is so beautiful, but very heavy for my hands because of the arthritis in my hands

Gran aspecto en calidad y diseño, con la ventaja de no romperse, como sucedió con la anterior de vidrio, y con alguna ventaja adicional, como conservar mejor el calor gracias al aislamiento de doble pared del vaso. Por último, el detalle extra del recipiente a juego para guardar café molido.

Good quality materials and good coffee brew. I like it!!

Good. Keeps coffee warm