Many coffee aficionados swear by the French press method of making coffee. To use a French press, grounds are placed in the bottom of the carafe, then near-boiling water is added. The lid with its stainless-steel rod and filter is pushed down after a few minutes of steeping, and the coffee is ready to pour. The Maximus French Press features a patented Flavor Lock filter that stops the brewing process to maintain perfect, fresh pressed flavor. It also has second mesh screen in the lid that removes much of the coffee ground sediment typically left behind by most coffee presses. In addition to a heat resistant glass carafe, the Maximus has a rubberized comfort-grip handle and stainless steel frame and lid. The 8 cup carafe makes about 32 ounces of coffee, which is more like 3 or 4 cups for most coffee drinkers. Candy Apple Red.