When you brew coffee in an auto or manual drip system, water simply passes through the coffee grounds, but with a French press like the Sivan Health And Fitness FCP French Coffee Press you"ll enjoy a richer, fuller flavor from your coffee. The reason for this as that in a French press, the grounds are steeped in boiling water. Larger, rougher grounds are required for use with a French press. This one features a glass carafe supported by a stainless steel, grid-patterned casing and a large handle. It brews two delicious cups at a time. Hand wash only. * Stainless steel casing around glass carafe * Makes 2 cups per brew * Produces a richer, fuller flavor that drip brewing * Hand wash only * Large, comfortable handle * 5L x 3.5W x 7.75H in.