Preparation
Boil water. You need 525 ml of water to a temperature of 200°F.
Measure 35 gs of coffee, then grind the coffee. For the French Press, it is best to grind the coffee coarse. After grinding the coffee, add it to the French Press.
Brewing time
In a circular motion, pour 100 ml of water into the French press. Let it rest for about one minute to ensure the coffee releases the gas so you may see bubbles building up, known as degasification. Degasification is taking out the coffee's gas (carbon dioxide).
After one minute, add the remaining water (325 ml) in circular motions to your French press and let it brew for four minutes.
After four minutes, slowly press down the plunger. Plunging slowly has helped me better control the strength and taste of my coffee.
Milk
After brewing coffee, grab your milk of choice, and measure about 100 ml of milk. Heat milk to about 130°F, helping me develop foam and adding more texture to my drink.
In a glass jar, add the panela and milk, then shake the jar vigorously for 12–15 seconds. You’ll be able to see how the milk develops foam. Use a cloth or kitchen towel to shake the glass mason jar if the milk is too hot.
Bringing together cafe and Leche
Add a cinnamon stick to your favorite coffee mug and pour 130 ml of brewed coffee.
Start pouring milk into your coffee mug. When you start pouring, hold steady, then begin making a circular motion. This is not a latte, but you could add art to your cafecito con Leche.
And there, you have brewed your best cup of coffee. You can prepare your Café con Leche at home!