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Product Dimensions 6.2"D x 10.1"W x 4.5"H
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Coffee Maker Type French Press
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  • DUAL SCREEN ZERO SEDIMENT FILTER: The Frieling French Press Coffee Maker is designed to keep the coffee grounds out of your cup so you can enjoy delicious, smooth coffee with every pour. Thanks to the patented 2-stage filter system, you can enjoy the perfect cup of coffee with zero sediment.
  • DOUBLE-WALLED DESIGN: The double-wall design means that this coffee press will deliver hot coffee or tea for years to come. The insulated body and lid retain heat better than glass and stay hot up to 4 times longer. Also, the durable 18/10 stainless steel inside and out means no more broken glass or corrosion, and all parts are dishwasher safe.
  • ELEVATED COFFEE EXPERIENCE: Award winning and top-rated by countless magazines and coffee aficionados, the Frieling French Press Coffee Maker is a favorite in the best hotels and restaurants. This press delivers an easy to brew, full-bodied, consistently satisfying mug of coffee.
  • DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Add about 2 tbsp. of ground coffee to the French press for every cup of water you wish to brew. Adjust the amount of coffee to strengthen or weaken the flavor. Pour water that is slightly cooler than boiling into your French press. Stir, and cover with the lid. Allow coffee to brew for 4 minutes, stir again, and then press down on the plunger evenly and slowly. Your coffee is ready to pour and enjoy!
  • FRIELING: Since 1988, Frieling has specialized in fresh solutions. That means passionately developing and sourcing functional and well-designed products of the highest quality. The Frieling mission is to solve problems for our customers. Nobody wants to be sold yet another product; there are plenty already. Our daily goal is to offer a fresh solution to a problem.

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Our story


How we got our start
We (Monika & Bernard Schnacke) founded Frieling in 1988, the same year we married. At the time we both held corporate jobs in NYC and just wanted to spend more time together! With this came the idea to design and curate innovative, quality products for the discerning consumer and professional chef.
What makes our product unique
For 30+ years, we have been on a mission to offer fresh solutions - we don’t just sell products! The Frieling team thrives on making cooking, baking, entertaining, and living at home better. Satisfied customers in North America and abroad, in private homes and the world’s best restaurants, agree.
Why we love what we do
Who wouldn’t love playing with gourmet kitchenware all day long - supported by a fun team and some of Europe’s best manufacturers? Cooking and living trends may have changed a bit over the years, but our passion for quality and innovation has remained the same, if not grown even stronger.

Product Description

Keep your favorite coffee deliciously hot 4x longer. 100% stainless steel, no plastic anywhere.

Frieling French Press
Frieling French Press Mirrored

Award winning, and top-rated by countless magazines and coffee aficionados. A favorite in the best hotels and restaurants.

Available in two exterior finishes.

  • Durable 18/10 stainless steel inside and out
  • Perfect pitcher for loose tea or cold beverages
  • All components are dishwasher safe

Frieling French Press Mirrored

Mirror Finish

Frieling French Press brushed

Brushed Finish

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Capacity 8 fl. oz. 17 fl. oz. 23 fl. oz. 36 fl. oz. 44 fl. oz.
Servings 1 2 2-3 3-4 4-5
MIrror Finish
Brushed Finish
Height 6.25" 7.75" 8" 9.5" 10.25"
Diameter 3" 3.25" 3.75" 4" 4.5"

What makes the iconic Frieling French Presses different?

Frieling French Press Filter

Frieling French Press Double Wall

Frieling French Press Spout

Frieling French Press Stainless Steel

Zero sediment in the cup thanks to a patented two-stage filter system:

  • Pre-filter plus a patented Italian super-fine mesh
  • Metal wire inside the coil presses plunger more strongly against inside wall

Double-wall insulated body and lid:

  • Retains heat better than glass
  • Stays hot up to 4 times longer

No-drip spout:

  • No need to worry about your linens
  • Smooth pouring performance

Stainless steel construction:

  • Durable 18/10 stainless steel inside and out
  • No more broken glass or corrosion
  • All parts are dishwasher safe

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What is the Frieling Feeling?

Since 1988 Frieling has brought the highest quality kitchen products to your home. Frieling has established itself as a highly selective company, only partnering with brands of distinction to provide you the best most innovative kitchenware and tabletop products for the professional chef and the chef at home.

Our mission is simple: We are seeking fresh solutions for our customers. We don’t just sell products, we offer solutions.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
3,379 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the durability, appearance, value, and material of the kitchen product. They mention that it's well worth every penny, the coffee stays extremely warm, and the double-walled stainless steel provides insulation for hot or cold beverages. Customers also appreciate ease of cleaning.

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1,027 customers mention967 positive60 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the French Press. They mention that it makes excellent coffee, they really like the flavor it produced, and it is perfect for brewing loose tea or even cold beverages like water. The plunger/screen does a very good job of filtering out any larger particles, and the product works very well.

"...using the Frieling for a few days, it has produced an exceptionally good cup of coffee for me...." Read more

"...The plunger/screen does a very good job of filtering out any larger grounds, and you'll only get an occasional small piece of grounds in one or two..." Read more

"...On the counter it is a thing of beauty and it works very well. After all, the real test of any coffee pot is whether it makes a good cup of coffee...." Read more

"...It is the best cup of coffee you can brew...." Read more

1,013 customers mention910 positive103 negative

Customers like the durability of the kitchen product. They mention it is well-made, sturdy, and attractive. Customers also appreciate the fact that it is far more durable than glass or plastic, and is made of very thick steel. The walls have enough separation that a bullet-proof stainless steel construction does look like it should last a long time.

"...It has the feel of a quality tool with no area that suggests that short cuts were taken in the manufacturing process...." Read more

"...it every day since we first got it about 2.5 months ago and everything seems durable, and holding up well...." Read more

"This french press is of superior quality: made from 10/18 stainless steel, very heavy, with thick insulated walls and insulated top lid, perfect..." Read more

"...The plunger with it's fine strainer, is quite sturdy, and very tight in the carafe - so tight that I had to struggle to get it out of the pot to put..." Read more

732 customers mention705 positive27 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the kitchen product. They mention it has good looks, with stainless steel all around. They appreciate the perfect finish, and the ergonomic handle. They also appreciate the German design, engineering, and manufacturing, and that the pot still looks like new.

"...First, this is a beautiful unit. The mirror finish is great, can be wiped clean with ease and is better than expected appearance wise on all counts...." Read more

"...place in our kitchen (in sight from the rest of the apartment) and it looks great, without being fussy to keep it wiped down...." Read more

"...On the counter it is a thing of beauty and it works very well. After all, the real test of any coffee pot is whether it makes a good cup of coffee...." Read more

"...top lid, perfect finish, with very ergonomic handle, a beautiful addition to your kitchen. I have never seen a better made french press before...." Read more

721 customers mention637 positive84 negative

Customers like the insulation of the kitchen product. They mention that the coffee stays extremely warm for at least 30+ minutes and very warm for an hour or so. The double-walled stainless steel provides insulation for hot or cold beverages, and is dishwasher safe. The water temperature is more stable during steeping in the insulated pot, making it superb for making cold brew. The thick insulated walls and insulated top lid provide excellent insulation, allowing the coffee to stay acceptable hot for up to 45 minutes. There is no requirement of preheating the pot or trying to measure or estimate the temperature.

"...There is no requirement of preheating the pot or trying to measure or estimate the temperature of the water to see if it is in the 195-205 degree..." Read more

"...Second, it keeps the coffee hot during the brewing&pressing process, which I understand is a problem with some of the glass-carafe french presses..." Read more

"...It is very easy to use and to clean and its double wall keeps coffee hot for quite a while...." Read more

"...stainless steel, very heavy, with thick insulated walls and insulated top lid, perfect finish, with very ergonomic handle, a beautiful addition to..." Read more

500 customers mention445 positive55 negative

Customers like the ease of cleaning the coffee maker. They say that the screen is easy to remove and clean in between uses. The product is dishwasher safe and has not yet accumulated any residue, making it more hygienic. Customers also appreciate the fact that there is little to no sediment in their coffee and that it reduces ground infiltration at the most vulnerable area.

"...First, this is a beautiful unit. The mirror finish is great, can be wiped clean with ease and is better than expected appearance wise on all counts...." Read more

"...I usually rinse it between uses and it comes nicely clean, and every third or fourth time I'll run it through a dishwasher cycle, and it cleans up..." Read more

"...It is very easy to use and to clean and its double wall keeps coffee hot for quite a while...." Read more

"...It is so very easy and quick to clean, and it looks nice sitting on the counter...." Read more

308 customers mention217 positive91 negative

Customers find the value of the pot to be excellent. They mention that it is well worth every penny, and is worth owning.

"...This wasn't cheap, but it has proved to be well worth it in the 6 weeks or so we've been using it...." Read more

"...If you know you like french press, this one is worth every penny...." Read more

"...4. It has been noted that this is an expensive coffee pot. I think about it differently. The purchase price is higher than some coffee makers...." Read more

"...This pot is well worth owning and the price we got it for was fantastic on Amazon.EDIT:..." Read more

261 customers mention199 positive62 negative

Customers like the size of the French press. They say it's sleek looking, big enough to get three full cups, and has a stable tight fit. The 17 ounce size is perfect for one cup of coffee and holds plenty for their morning coffee. It appears to be made to very close tolerances with little opportunity for error.

"...The plunger with it's fine strainer, is quite sturdy, and very tight in the carafe - so tight that I had to struggle to get it out of the pot to put..." Read more

"...Insulation for retaining heat* Capacity for coffee drinking visitors* Must also brew tea* Availability of replacement parts*..." Read more

"Well designed, smaller French press. Great for an average 8 to 15 oz cup of coffee. Screen unscrews to clean in between...." Read more

"...it onto the plunger rod, however after a couple weeks it became loose fitting, so I unscrewed the screen assembly from the bottom of the plunger and..." Read more

234 customers mention223 positive11 negative

Customers like the material of the French press. They mention that it's heavy and sturdy, with a double-walled design that keeps the liquid hotter, longer. They also appreciate the fact that there is no plastic used in the seal or anywhere on it. Overall, customers are satisfied with the design, materials, and quality of the product.

"...Third, all of the parts are metal. No plastic/silicone/rubber to get funky over time...." Read more

"This french press is of superior quality: made from 10/18 stainless steel, very heavy, with thick insulated walls and insulated top lid, perfect..." Read more

"...was pleased to see that the welds were neat and clean, the brushed stainless was unflawed, and the lid sat firmly and tightly on the carafe...." Read more

"...But even with our total lack of care to this, NO rust - none...." Read more

The last coffee pot
5 Stars
The last coffee pot
I bought the mirror finish 44 oz. unit. I was told by a customer service rep at Frieling there will be a brushed finish available in Spring of 2013. I thought it might help with possible surface spotting, but I was not willing to wait.First, this is a beautiful unit. The mirror finish is great, can be wiped clean with ease and is better than expected appearance wise on all counts. It has the feel of a quality tool with no area that suggests that short cuts were taken in the manufacturing process. It is shockingly simple with just the pot cylinder and the lid/plunger/screen assembly.The 44 oz. quantity is the amount that reaches the very bottom of the V on the pour spout - possibly an unusable amount. I judge that approximately 42 oz. (about ½" below the bottom of the V) is close to the actual safe usable quantity if the bloom and screen depth, etc. are taken into account.The Frieling customer service rep told me that pouring water just off boil into the pot at room temperature would yield 205 degree water in the pot. I later verified this with my thermometer. He suggested that the ground coffee could be added to the 205 water and briefly stirred to saturate it before putting the lid in place for brewing. I did this and verified a temp drop to 199 degrees during the four minute brewing time. I used this method for awhile then switched to putting the coffee in first and stirring after adding the water. Either method seems to produce a comparable result. There is no requirement of preheating the pot or trying to measure or estimate the temperature of the water to see if it is in the 195-205 degree brewing range.While I have only been using the Frieling for a few days, it has produced an exceptionally good cup of coffee for me. I am experimenting with the coffee to water ratio to find the best result for my taste. I expect to use this unit for many years.To address some of the cons that I have seen in other reviews:1. French Presses are expected to have some amount of sediment come through the screen/filter. This unit has less than any other I have used. I was surprised by this. I am using a Baratza Encore burr grinder with medium coarse grind setting. I suggest that those who have remarked on having "grinds" in their cup not use pre-ground coffee, not use a blade grinder, move to a courser grind, pour the coffee only until the pot is almost horizontal, and if none of that works, contact Frieling customer service to see if a replacement screen is needed.2. The lid can slip forward/downward slightly with a metallic clunk as the pot cylinder approaches horizontal while pouring even if you have your finger on the knob of the plunger rod. You can put your finger on the lid and prevent this, but the lid or escaping steam could warm your finger past the comfortable point. There is a permanent solution for this issue. I call it the 25 Cent Solution. I went to Ace Hardware and bought a little bag containing two 1/4L Beveled Bib Washers for 25 cents (item number 02-1076P). Any hardware store should have these. Initially I cut the washer and slipped it onto the plunger rod, however after a couple weeks it became loose fitting, so I unscrewed the screen assembly from the bottom of the plunger and slid the other washer (flat side down) onto the plunger rod (it fits tightly) and replaced the screen assembly. The washer can now be moved up or down the rod (it gets easier with a little break-in period) into position to hold the lid during a pour. I don't even have to touch the plunger or lid during a pour as long as the washer is positioned against the lid. The washer does not detract from the general appearance of the pot, in fact I think it kind of adds, and can be easily removed if needed. Perhaps Frieling should consider a factory installed custom washer.3. The lid does not have a closure system at the pour spout of the cylinder. It has been suggested that this will cause heat loss that is bad for the brewing process. Please see this YouTube video: [...] for a comparison of the Frieling and other steel units that have spout closure. There was no significant difference in heat loss even after two hours.Keep in mind that this pot should not be used as a carafe to store your brewed coffee for any prolonged time until it is served after brewing or it can become bitter. The coffee should be served after brewing is complete or poured into a heated or thermal carafe until it is served.4. It has been noted that this is an expensive coffee pot. I think about it differently. The purchase price is higher than some coffee makers. However the cost of a 40 oz. pot of coffee made with this unit is about 65 cents using (Yes I know, non-gourmet) Costco Columbian beans ($236 annually for 1 pot/day), The result is comparable to Starbuck's Pike Place Roast and is a joy to drink. A 6 oz. cup of Kuereg coffee (made in a machine of comparable price) runs 50 to 60 cents ($438 annually for two cups/day) and to me tastes poor by comparison. A grande Starbucks Pike Place Roast runs $2.11 with tax ($1,540 annually for two cups/day) and it has a very good flavor. While I could choose a $40 Mr. Coffee drip coffee maker recommended by CR, the taste would without doubt not be as good, the machine would have a limited life expectancy and cost about the same $219 annually. So, to me, the pleasure I get in the morning from the coffee produced by me and this inanimate object is worth the difference in the cost of the starter kit. I also enjoy the morning ritual.I say 5 Stars.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2013
I bought the mirror finish 44 oz. unit. I was told by a customer service rep at Frieling there will be a brushed finish available in Spring of 2013. I thought it might help with possible surface spotting, but I was not willing to wait.

First, this is a beautiful unit. The mirror finish is great, can be wiped clean with ease and is better than expected appearance wise on all counts. It has the feel of a quality tool with no area that suggests that short cuts were taken in the manufacturing process. It is shockingly simple with just the pot cylinder and the lid/plunger/screen assembly.

The 44 oz. quantity is the amount that reaches the very bottom of the V on the pour spout - possibly an unusable amount. I judge that approximately 42 oz. (about ½" below the bottom of the V) is close to the actual safe usable quantity if the bloom and screen depth, etc. are taken into account.

The Frieling customer service rep told me that pouring water just off boil into the pot at room temperature would yield 205 degree water in the pot. I later verified this with my thermometer. He suggested that the ground coffee could be added to the 205 water and briefly stirred to saturate it before putting the lid in place for brewing. I did this and verified a temp drop to 199 degrees during the four minute brewing time. I used this method for awhile then switched to putting the coffee in first and stirring after adding the water. Either method seems to produce a comparable result. There is no requirement of preheating the pot or trying to measure or estimate the temperature of the water to see if it is in the 195-205 degree brewing range.

While I have only been using the Frieling for a few days, it has produced an exceptionally good cup of coffee for me. I am experimenting with the coffee to water ratio to find the best result for my taste. I expect to use this unit for many years.

To address some of the cons that I have seen in other reviews:

1. French Presses are expected to have some amount of sediment come through the screen/filter. This unit has less than any other I have used. I was surprised by this. I am using a Baratza Encore burr grinder with medium coarse grind setting. I suggest that those who have remarked on having "grinds" in their cup not use pre-ground coffee, not use a blade grinder, move to a courser grind, pour the coffee only until the pot is almost horizontal, and if none of that works, contact Frieling customer service to see if a replacement screen is needed.

2. The lid can slip forward/downward slightly with a metallic clunk as the pot cylinder approaches horizontal while pouring even if you have your finger on the knob of the plunger rod. You can put your finger on the lid and prevent this, but the lid or escaping steam could warm your finger past the comfortable point. There is a permanent solution for this issue. I call it the 25 Cent Solution. I went to Ace Hardware and bought a little bag containing two 1/4L Beveled Bib Washers for 25 cents (item number 02-1076P). Any hardware store should have these. Initially I cut the washer and slipped it onto the plunger rod, however after a couple weeks it became loose fitting, so I unscrewed the screen assembly from the bottom of the plunger and slid the other washer (flat side down) onto the plunger rod (it fits tightly) and replaced the screen assembly. The washer can now be moved up or down the rod (it gets easier with a little break-in period) into position to hold the lid during a pour. I don't even have to touch the plunger or lid during a pour as long as the washer is positioned against the lid. The washer does not detract from the general appearance of the pot, in fact I think it kind of adds, and can be easily removed if needed. Perhaps Frieling should consider a factory installed custom washer.

3. The lid does not have a closure system at the pour spout of the cylinder. It has been suggested that this will cause heat loss that is bad for the brewing process. Please see this YouTube video: [...] for a comparison of the Frieling and other steel units that have spout closure. There was no significant difference in heat loss even after two hours.
Keep in mind that this pot should not be used as a carafe to store your brewed coffee for any prolonged time until it is served after brewing or it can become bitter. The coffee should be served after brewing is complete or poured into a heated or thermal carafe until it is served.

4. It has been noted that this is an expensive coffee pot. I think about it differently. The purchase price is higher than some coffee makers. However the cost of a 40 oz. pot of coffee made with this unit is about 65 cents using (Yes I know, non-gourmet) Costco Columbian beans ($236 annually for 1 pot/day), The result is comparable to Starbuck's Pike Place Roast and is a joy to drink. A 6 oz. cup of Kuereg coffee (made in a machine of comparable price) runs 50 to 60 cents ($438 annually for two cups/day) and to me tastes poor by comparison. A grande Starbucks Pike Place Roast runs $2.11 with tax ($1,540 annually for two cups/day) and it has a very good flavor. While I could choose a $40 Mr. Coffee drip coffee maker recommended by CR, the taste would without doubt not be as good, the machine would have a limited life expectancy and cost about the same $219 annually. So, to me, the pleasure I get in the morning from the coffee produced by me and this inanimate object is worth the difference in the cost of the starter kit. I also enjoy the morning ritual.

I say 5 Stars.
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