The Pod-Brew® Cafetiere is the best way to brew your favorite coffee and tea. Steeping your coffee or tea allows all the full bodies flavors to be released from the beans or leaves. Simply place 1 tablespoon of coffee ground for each cup (8oz) into the press, add hot (not boiling) water and gently stir, making sure all the grounds are submerged. Place the lid on the pot with the plunger in the raised position, all to brew for 4 minutes. Gently and slowly press the plunger down to trap the grounds under the fine washable stainless mesh. Pour our your drink and enjoy. Can also be used to cold-brew coffee and tea, use room temperature water instead and allow brew on the counter for a longer time.