Bodum Chambord 3 cup French Press Coffee Maker, 12 oz., Chrome

by Bodum

Product Features

• Coffee is measured in 4 ounces. cups, this 3-cup, 12-ounce French Press is for a single serving
• Carafe is made of durable, heat-resistant borosilicate glass; Stainless Steel frame and heat resistant handle. Both Dishwasher Safe
• 3-part stainless steel mesh filter helps extract your coffee's aromatic oils and subtle flavors
• Pressed coffee extracts the perfect amount of essentials oils and acids from the bean for the maximum amount of flavor from your coffee
• Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 5.4 x 8.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B005FFBV5I
• Item model number: 1923-16USW
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (240 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #854 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #10 in Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Coffee, Tea & Espresso > French Presses

Product Description

Size: 3 cup | Product Packaging: Amazon Frustration-Free

When Bodum took over a small clarinet factory in Normandy in 1982, it was not because of the fine orchestra clarinets they were producing but because of a relatively unknown coffee maker called the Chambord which they produced as well. The reason the French press coffee maker has become one of the most popular coffeemakers in the world is pure and simple, taste. The materials (glass and stainless steel) are completely taste-free so nothing comes between your ground coffee beans. This is exactly the reason why coffee tasters use this method to determine the quality of coffee beans. No paper filter not only means no waste, but that the coffee bean's essential oils go directly to your cup, delivering the flavor that is-lost on paper filters. Simplicity works best and is the reason why the Chambord's design has not changed a bit from its original drawing. Make taste, not waste.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

113 of 114 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best coffee this side of espresso, October 22, 2002

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Susan Byers (Willits, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bodum Chambord 3 cup French Press Coffee Maker, 12 oz., Chrome (Kitchen)

Even if you find an espresso machine alluring, in the meantime, you can't beat coffee made with this elegant and perfectly functional press pot. It's simply the easiest and best way to extract maximum flavor from your finest beans (use a uniform grind slightly coarser than automatic drip). Some people even prefer it to espresso. It's durable, easy to clean, and doesn't require electricity.

One reviewer claimed they put the grounds and the water in the pot, immediately pushed the plunger and waited 10 minutes. However, they will get much better results if they wait 2-4 minutes (depending upon the coarseness of the grind) before plunging the coffee, and then drink it right away. I wouldn't even let the coffee rest, plunged, in the pot for ten minutes, as it will become over-extracted.

As for the reviewer that whined about truth in advertising, all I can say is "Duh". They themselves pointed out that the pot does make three espresso cups' worth of brew. And if they watch what they are doing next time, instead of just trying to pour 12 oz. of hot water into something, they can avoid future unpleasant experiences. I actually make coffee for two "cappuccinos" with this model. If you don't like your coffee as strong, you can simply add a little hot water to your cup after you have poured your coffee (like an Americano).

103 of 113 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For those who love Cafe Au Lait a great coffee press!, November 16, 2001

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"pd2k" (NYC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bodum Chambord 3 cup French Press Coffee Maker, 12 oz., Chrome (Kitchen)

My sister bought this press for the house. This one works real well-- perfect for those coffee press users. Bodum is also a well known brand of coffee press, so you don't have to worry about a flimsy product. Also if it breaks, Bodum is pretty good with spare parts. As a comsumer, I always recommend you shop around for the best price.

When using a coffee press, or any other coffee machine, make sure you FRESHLY grind your coffee for optimal taste. I recommend all serious coffee drinkers to invest in a good burr grinder-- you really can taste the differnce. Also for a coffee press the ginds must be large and coarse in thickness, otherwise your pressed coffee will taste lousy-- do not use automatic drip sized grinds. I also recommend a quality dark/French roast when using a press.

Please note that this press makes 3 French-sized cups of coffee. In Paris cafes, you're served coffee in a press with a "bowl sized" cup half filled with steamed milk (Cafe Au Lait).

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a "cup" here equal 4 ounces, September 5, 2004

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Marie (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bodum Chambord 3 cup French Press Coffee Maker, 12 oz., Chrome (Kitchen)

The person who chastised everyone's reading skills below, insisting that this is a "3-STEP (as in add grounds, add water, press) not 3-CUP" press, is incorrect, and apparently did not her/himself read the title (which does indeed say "3-CUP", NOT "3-STEP). It IS a "3-cup" press -- however, if you look around at the descriptions of various french presses found here, you will find that they all define a "cup" as 4 ounces. So, no, this 3-cup press, which is 12 ounces, is not going to brew enough coffee for 3 *mugs*. (And the 8-cup presses, which are 32 ounces, are not going to brew enough for 8 mugs.) The ones referred to as "3-cup" will brew about roughly mug's worth of coffee. This particular press is at least as good as any other I've used, which is to say very good!

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