Compact coffee press

Abstract

The invention relates to a compact coffee press comprising a plunger member, a flexible, soft membrane and a container member comprising an outlet, wherein the membrane is reversibly displaceable between a first position, in which the plunger member is lifted above the membrane, and a second position, in which the plunger member is depressed and the membrane is inverted, the plunger member substantially fitting within the membrane and the membrane substantially fitting within the container member. The invention further relates to a method of brewing and extracting coffee using the compact coffee press.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a compact coffee press device, comprising a plunger member, a flexible diaphragm, and a container (receptacle) member including an outlet, wherein the diaphragm is reversibly displaceable between a first position and a second position, in which the plunger member is raised above the diaphragm, and in the second position, the plunger member is pressed down and the diaphragm is inverted, the plunger member is substantially fitted within the diaphragm, and the diaphragm is substantially fitted within the container member. The invention also relates to a method of brewing and extracting coffee using a coffee press. Background Technology

[0002] The coffee beverage market is moving away from instant powdered coffee and towards brewing freshly ground coffee beans in French presses, V60 pour-over devices, moka pots (stovetop espresso makers), or espresso machines. However, these methods require significant labor to prepare the coffee for drinking and can be somewhat cumbersome or expensive. Large automatic coffee presses are very expensive, require maintenance, constant cleaning, and are not portable.

[0003] Over the years, Coffee presses (and similar models based on this design) have become the gold standard for portable, manual coffee extraction. However, challenges associated with this type of design exist, as many loose parts need cleaning and can be lost, especially when traveling. In fact, these portable coffee presses are also quite bulky, and their multi-part design is not ideal for travel. The AeroPress, an upgraded model optimized for travel and camping, as well as for use in the office or home, offers solutions. It has already been criticized only The smaller version cannot provide enough coffee to fill a cup, and still includes multiple components, making the product difficult to clean and prone to parts loss, especially during travel. Currently available portable manual coffee presses are also too expensive for coffee-drinking consumers.

[0004] Developing new devices with designs that address these known problems would be useful. Such products would target individuals who need a quick, high-quality cup of coffee while hiking, traveling, or in the office or at home, without much effort or hassle. Preferably, the product should be compact with relatively few parts to ensure ease of use while traveling, without compromising the quality of the coffee produced. Summary of the Invention

[0005] According to a first embodiment of the present invention, a compact coffee press is provided, comprising:

[0006] a) A substantially rigid truncated conical (frustoconical) plunger member that tapers toward the base;

[0007] b) A flexible diaphragm, the diaphragm being located below and integrally formed with, connected to, or connectable to the base of the plunger member, the diaphragm including truncated conical sidewalls that widen from a top portion of the diaphragm closest to the base of the plunger member and having a diameter substantially the same as the base of the plunger member toward a base portion; and

[0008] c) A substantially rigid truncated conical container member connected to or connectable to the base portion of the diaphragm, the container member tapering from an end connected to or connectable to the base portion of the diaphragm to a base portion defining an aperture, the base portion being sized to rest on, within, or be supported by, a coffee container.

[0009] The diaphragm is reversibly displaceable between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the plunger member is raised above the diaphragm; in the second position, the plunger member is depressed and the diaphragm is inverted. The plunger member is substantially fitted within the inverted truncated conical sidewall of the diaphragm, and the inverted diaphragm is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container member.

[0010] The hole in the base portion of the truncated conical shape includes, is connected to or releasably connected to, or defines a filter portion that opens the hole upon release.

[0011] The truncated conical sidewalls of the diaphragm may include two or more stepped gradations. For example, these sidewalls may include two, three, four or more stepped gradations. Preferably, these sidewalls have two stepped gradations.

[0012] The diaphragm can be composed of an elastomeric polymer, including rubber, silicone, or thermoplastic elastomers. Typically, the diaphragm is composed of a thermoplastic elastomer.

[0013] The connection between the base portion of the diaphragm and the top portion of the truncated conical container component can be a watertight connection, including a threaded connection or a clip connection. Preferably, the watertight connection includes a coupling connector component that releasably connects the diaphragm and the truncated conical container component. In one embodiment of the invention, the watertight connection is a semi-permanent or permanent connection. In another embodiment of the invention, the base portion of the diaphragm and the top portion of the truncated conical container component are integrally formed.

[0014] The filter portion may include a rigid support member operably oriented parallel to the base portion of the truncated conical container member, the support member including a plurality of openings. Typically, the support member is operable to retain and / or support the filter used to separate liquids (including brewed coffee) from solids (including waste coffee grounds) during use. Typically, the filter is a coffee filter known in the art.

[0015] The connection between the truncated conical container component and the filter section can be a watertight connection, including a threaded connection or a clamp connection. Preferably, the watertight connection is a threaded connection.

[0016] A rigid truncated conical plunger member can define a container and may optionally include a lid, such as a lid screwed or clamped to the open tip of the truncated conical plunger member. For example, the container can be used to store any one or more of ground coffee, coffee beans, sweeteners, milk powder, measuring spoons, mixing equipment, etc.

[0017] Measuring spoons may include a handle for stirring brewed coffee and a measuring container for measuring the required amount of ground coffee for a single cup.

[0018] A truncated conical container component may include two or more protrusions, or a lip extending laterally from the side or base of the container component, to rest or support the container component on the open end of the coffee container during use. For example, two, three, four or more protrusions may be present.

[0019] Any one or more of the rigid truncated conical plunger component, truncated conical container component, coupling connector component, and filter portion may be composed of metals and / or plastic polymers, including polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), styrene, thermoplastic starch, etc.

[0020] According to a second embodiment of the present invention, a method for preparing coffee using the compact coffee press apparatus of the present invention is provided, wherein the diaphragm is integrally formed with or connected to the base of the plunger member, the method comprising the following steps:

[0021] (i) Release the filter section of the compact coffee press so that the holes in the base section are opened;

[0022] (ii) The compact coffee press is switched (reversed, inverted, inverted) to a first position, in which the plunger member is raised above the diaphragm;

[0023] (iii) A compact coffee press that flips and flips so that the open hole at the base faces upward;

[0024] (iv) A mixture of at least ground coffee and hot water is added to the compact coffee press through an open hole in the base portion;

[0025] (v) Immerse at least ground coffee and hot water in a truncated conical container until the desired strength of brewed coffee is obtained.

[0026] (vi) Reconnect the filter section to the hole in the base section;

[0027] (vii) The compact coffee press device undergoes a second flip-over transformation, so that the filter portion of the base of the truncated conical receiving member faces downwards;

[0028] (viii) Place the base portion of the truncated conical container component on the opening of the coffee container;

[0029] (ix) Pressing the plunger member shifts the diaphragm to a second position, in which the truncated conical plunger member is substantially fitted within the inverted truncated conical sidewall of the diaphragm, and the inverted diaphragm is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container member, thereby forcing brewed coffee through the outlet and filter at the base of the container member, leaving coffee grounds in the truncated conical container member; and

[0030] (x) If desired, sweeteners, milk, additional water, and / or flavorings may be added to the brewed coffee.

[0031] Preferably, the filter paper is positioned in the filter section before step vi) (i.e., reattaching the filter section to the hole in the base section). Typically, the filter is a coffee filter known in the art.

[0032] Optionally, during or after step v) soaking at least the coffee grounds and hot water, the mixture can be stirred to blend the coffee brew. For example, the coffee can be stirred with the handle of a measuring spoon.

[0033] According to an alternative embodiment of the present invention, a method for preparing coffee using the compact coffee press apparatus of the present invention is provided, comprising the following steps:

[0034] A) Immerse the combination of ground coffee and hot water in a truncated conical container until the desired strength of brewed coffee is obtained;

[0035] B) Connect the truncated conical plunger assembly and the diaphragm, oriented in a first position, to the truncated conical container assembly, in which the truncated conical plunger assembly is raised above the diaphragm;

[0036] C) Place the truncated conical container component on the opening of the coffee container;

[0037] D) Pressing the plunger assembly shifts the diaphragm to a second position, in which the truncated conical plunger assembly is substantially fitted within the inverted truncated conical sidewall of the diaphragm, and the inverted diaphragm is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container assembly, thereby forcing brewed coffee through the outlet of the base portion of the container assembly and the filter or connected filter portion into the coffee container, leaving waste coffee grounds in the truncated conical container assembly; and

[0038] E) If desired, sweeteners, milk, additional water, and / or flavorings may be added to the brewed coffee.

[0039] An alternative implementation further includes the step of placing the filter on a rigid support member of the filter portion of the truncated conical container component's outlet before step (A). In this case, the brewed coffee is filtered through the filter before entering the coffee container in step (D) above.

[0040] Typically, the filter is a coffee filter, which is well-known in the art.

[0041] If necessary, the method may further include a step of cleaning the compact coffee press of the present invention and transforming the compact coffee press into a storage structure (configuration, construction, configuration), including:

[0042] I. If separated from the outlet of the truncated conical container component, disassemble (disconnect) or unscrew the filter section;

[0043] II. Disassemble the truncated conical plunger assembly and diaphragm from the truncated conical container assembly;

[0044] III. Press upwards onto the base of the diaphragm and the truncated conical plunger assembly, thereby moving the inverted diaphragm back to the first position, where the truncated conical plunger assembly is lifted above the diaphragm;

[0045] IV. Remove the waste coffee grounds from the truncated conical container assembly, and optionally clean the truncated conical plunger assembly and diaphragm, the truncated conical container assembly, the connector assembly, and the filter section;

[0046] V. If necessary, reconnect the truncated conical plunger assembly and the diaphragm to the truncated conical container assembly, and if separated from the outlet of the truncated conical container assembly, reconnect the truncated conical container assembly to the filter section, displace the truncated conical plunger assembly and switch the diaphragm to a second position, in which the truncated conical plunger assembly is substantially fitted within the inverted truncated conical sidewall of the diaphragm, and the inverted diaphragm is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container assembly, and optionally secure the cap of the conical plunger assembly.

[0047] The reversible displacement and return of the truncated conical plunger assembly and diaphragm between the first and second switching positions can produce a distinctive "popping" sound.

[0048] According to another embodiment of the invention, a compact coffee press is provided, which is substantially as described and shown in any of the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0049] Figure 1 A perspective view of the compact coffee press of the present invention configured in a first position, either in storage or off, is shown.

[0050] Figure 2 A perspective view of the compact coffee press of the present invention in an open or second position configuration is shown;

[0051] Figure 3 An exploded perspective view of the compact coffee press apparatus of the present invention is shown; and

[0052] Figure 4 A perspective view of the compact coffee press of the present invention configured in a second position on top of a coffee cup is shown. Detailed Implementation

[0053] This invention relates to a compact coffee press apparatus, comprising a plunger member, a flexible diaphragm, and a container member including an outlet, wherein the diaphragm is reversibly displaceable between a first position and a second position, in which the plunger member is raised above the diaphragm, and in the second position, the plunger member is depressed and the diaphragm is inverted, the plunger member being substantially fitted within the diaphragm, and the diaphragm being substantially fitted within the container member. The invention also relates to a method of brewing and extracting coffee using a coffee press.

[0054] When not in use, the depressed plunger assembly and the diaphragm in the second switching position create a compact coffee press suitable for camping, hiking, and travel, such as... Figure 1 As shown.

[0055] When in the depressed second position, the technical effect of the substantially rigid truncated conical plunger member, which is substantially assembled within the diaphragm, and the diaphragm, which is substantially assembled within the substantially rigid truncated conical container member, is that the truncated conical plunger member can push the flexible diaphragm into its inverted position in a stable and uniform manner, thereby ensuring that all liquid from the coffee brewing in the container member is effectively discharged into the cup through the outlet and filter of the base portion of the container member.

[0056] The applicant has discovered through repeated experiments that if there is no substantially rigid truncated conical plunger component and only a flexible truncated conical diaphragm that is pressed by the user's finger from a first vertical position to a second inverted position, such that the diaphragm is fitted inside a substantially rigid truncated conical container component so that liquid from brewing coffee in the container component is discharged into a cup through an outlet and filter at the base of the container component, not all liquid is effectively discharged due to the uneven force applied by the user's finger.

[0057] The action of pressing down and stretching (extending) the plunger assembly and diaphragm into the first and second positions produces a characteristic and satisfying "pop" sound.

[0058] The coffee press is lightweight and compact, making it convenient for travel or use both indoors and outdoors (including at home or at work). It is easy to use, simple, and easy to clean. The coffee press of this invention produces enough coffee for one person, which can be diluted by adding additional milk or hot water if needed.

[0059] The following illustrations are for reference only. Figures 1-4 Preferred embodiments of the invention are described by way of example only.

[0060] refer to Figures 1-4 The compact coffee press 10 includes:

[0061] (i) A substantially rigid truncated conical plunger member 12 that tapers toward the base 14;

[0062] (ii) A flexible diaphragm 16 located below the base 14 of the plunger member 12, the diaphragm 16 including a truncated conical sidewall 18 that widens from a top portion 20 of the diaphragm 16 closest to the base 14 of the plunger member 12 and having a diameter substantially the same as the base of the plunger member towards a base portion 22; and

[0063] (iii) A substantially rigid truncated conical container member 24 connected to or connectable to the base portion 22 of the diaphragm 16, the container member 24 tapering from the end connected to or connectable to the base portion 22 of the diaphragm 16 to the base portion 26 defining the orifice 28, the base portion 26 being sized to rest on or within or be supported by the coffee container.

[0064] The diaphragm 16 is reversibly displaceable between a first position and a second position. In the second position, the plunger member 12 is pressed down and the diaphragm 16 is inverted. The plunger member 12 is substantially fitted within the inverted truncated conical sidewall 18 of the inverted diaphragm 16, and the inverted diaphragm 16 is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container member 24.

[0065] The hole 28 of the base portion 26 of the truncated conical container component 24 includes, is connected to or releasably connected to, or defines a filter portion 34, which opens the hole 28 upon release.

[0066] In a preferred embodiment, the truncated conical sidewall 18 of the diaphragm 16 includes two stepped transition sections 30a and 30b.

[0067] In a preferred embodiment, the diaphragm is composed of a thermoplastic elastomer.

[0068] The connection between the base portion 22 of the diaphragm 16 and the top portion of the truncated conical container member 24 is a clamp connection, but it should be understood that a watertight threaded connection can also be used. A coupling connector member 32 connects the base portion 22 of the diaphragm 16 and the top portion of the truncated conical container member 24. In one embodiment of the invention, the watertight connection is a semi-permanent or permanent connection. In another embodiment of the invention, the base portion 22 of the diaphragm 16 and the top portion of the truncated conical container member 24 are integrally formed.

[0069] The base portion 26 of the truncated conical container member 24 is releasably connected to a filter portion 34 having a rigid support member operably oriented parallel to the base portion 26 of the truncated conical container member 24, the support member including a plurality of openings. The support member is operable to hold and / or support the filter used to separate liquids (including brewed coffee) from solids (including waste coffee grounds) during use. Typically, the filter is a coffee filter known in the art.

[0070] The connection between the base 26 of the truncated conical container component and the filter section 34 is a watertight threaded connection.

[0071] The rigid truncated conical plunger member 12 may define a container 36 and may optionally include a cap 38 clamped onto the open top of the truncated conical plunger member 12. The container may be used to store one or more of the following: coffee grounds, coffee beans, sweeteners, milk powder, measuring spoons, stirring equipment, etc.

[0072] Measuring spoons include a handle for stirring brewed coffee and a measuring container for measuring the amount of ground coffee needed for a single cup.

[0073] In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the truncated conical container member 24 includes four equally spaced protrusions extending laterally from the base portion 26 for placing or supporting the container member 24 on a coffee container during use.

[0074] In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the rigid truncated conical plunger component, the truncated conical container component, the coupling connector component, and the filter portion are composed of polypropylene. However, it should be understood that other materials, including metals and / or plastic polymers such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), styrene, thermoplastic starch, etc., may be used.

[0075] One embodiment of a coffee-making process includes:

[0076] 1: The inverted device 10 adds 18g of ground coffee to the chamber of the truncated conical container member 24 through the hole 28 in the base portion 26;

[0077] 2: Slowly pour 100ml of hot water into the chamber of the truncated conical container component 24, ensuring that all water comes into contact with the coffee;

[0078] 3: Allow the coffee grounds to "bloom" for about 30 seconds, then optionally add additional hot water to fill the chamber;

[0079] 4: Gently stir the top layer of coffee oil, and stir for another 10 seconds using the handle of the measuring spoon;

[0080] 5: Place a standard-sized filter paper on the filter section 34 and optionally rinse the filter paper with hot water; then connect the filter section 34 to the base section 26 of the truncated conical container member 24.

[0081] 6: Continue brewing the coffee for another 60 to 90 seconds;

[0082] 7: Stand the device 10 upright (right side up), and quickly place the base portion 26 of the truncated conical container component 24 onto the coffee container, and... Figure 4 In the direction of the arrow shown, the plunger member 12 is pressed completely downwards for 10 to 15 seconds, thereby inverting the diaphragm 16, so that the plunger member 12 and the inverted diaphragm 16 are fitted into the container member 24, and the brewed coffee is extracted through the filter section 34 and enters the coffee container; and

[0083] 8. If desired, add milk, sweetener, extra hot water, flavoring, etc. as desired.

[0084] A preferred method for cleaning the compact coffee press 10 of the present invention and converting the compact coffee press 10 into a storage structure includes:

[0085] (A) Disconnect or unscrew the filter section 34 from the base 26 of the truncated conical container component 24;

[0086] (B) Press upwards on the base of the diaphragm 16 and the truncated conical plunger member 12, thereby displacing the diaphragm 16 back to the first position, in which the truncated conical plunger member 12 is lifted above the diaphragm 16.

[0087] (C) Remove waste coffee grounds from the truncated conical container component 24 and clean the truncated conical plunger component 12 and diaphragm 16, the truncated conical container component 24, the connector component 32, and the filter portion 34; and

[0088] (D) Reconnect the base 26 of the truncated conical container component 24 to the filter portion 34, and move the truncated conical plunger component 12 and the diaphragm 16 to a second inverted position, in which the truncated conical plunger component 12 is substantially fitted within the truncated conical sidewall 18 of the diaphragm, the inverted diaphragm 16 is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container component 24, and secure the cap 38 of the conical plunger component 12.

[0089] The reversible displacement of the truncated conical plunger component 12 and the diaphragm 16 between the first and second positions, as well as their return, produces a distinctive "pop" sound.

[0090] It should be understood that various embodiments of the method of the present invention are possible without departing from the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A compact coffee press, comprising: a) A substantially rigid truncated conical plunger component that tapers towards the base; b) A flexible diaphragm located below and integrally formed with, connected to or connectable to the base of the plunger member, the diaphragm including a truncated conical sidewall that widens from a top portion of the diaphragm closest to the base of the plunger member and having a diameter substantially the same as the base of the plunger member toward the base portion. as well as c) A substantially rigid truncated conical container member connected to or connectable to the base portion of the diaphragm, the container member tapering from an end connected to or connectable to the base portion of the diaphragm to a base portion defining an orifice, the base portion being sized to rest on or within, or be supported by, a coffee container. The diaphragm is reversibly displaceable between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the plunger member is raised above the diaphragm; in the second position, the plunger member is depressed and the diaphragm is inverted. The plunger member is substantially fitted within the inverted truncated conical sidewall of the diaphragm, and the inverted diaphragm is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container member. The orifice in the base portion of the truncated conical shape includes, is connected to or releasably connected to, or defines a filter portion that opens the orifice upon release.

2. The compact coffee press according to claim 1, wherein the truncated conical sidewall of the diaphragm includes two or more stepped transition sections, including two, three, four or more stepped transition sections.

3. The compact coffee press according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the diaphragm is composed of an elastomeric polymer comprising rubber, silicone, or a thermoplastic elastomer.

4. The compact coffee press according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the connection between the base portion of the diaphragm and the top portion of the truncated conical container component is a watertight connection, including a threaded connection or a clamp connection.

5. The compact coffee press apparatus of claim 4, wherein the watertight connection includes a coupling connector member that releasably connects the diaphragm and the truncated conical container member.

6. The compact coffee press according to claim 4, wherein the watertight connection is a semi-permanent connection or a permanent connection.

7. The compact coffee press according to claim 4, wherein the base portion of the diaphragm and the top portion of the truncated conical container component are integrally formed.

8. The compact coffee press according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the filter portion includes a rigid support member operably oriented parallel to the base portion of the truncated conical container member, the support member including a plurality of openings.

9. The compact coffee press apparatus of claim 8, wherein the support member is operable to hold and / or support a filter, the filter comprising a coffee filter for separating, in use, liquid comprising brewed coffee from solids comprising waste coffee grounds.

10. The compact coffee press according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the connection between the truncated conical container component and the filter portion is a watertight connection, including a threaded connection or a clamp connection.

11. The compact coffee press according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the rigid truncated conical plunger member defines a container and optionally includes a cap comprising a cap screwed or clamped to an open top end of the truncated conical plunger member.

12. The compact coffee press according to claim 11, wherein the container is used to store one or more of the following: coffee grounds, coffee beans, sweetener, milk powder, measuring spoon, or stirring device.

13. The compact coffee press according to claim 12, wherein the measuring spoon comprises a handle for stirring brewed coffee and a measuring container for measuring the amount of ground coffee required for a single cup of coffee.

14. The compact coffee press according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the truncated conical container member includes two or more protrusions, including two, three, four or more protrusions, or a lip extending laterally from the side or base of the container member for placing or supporting the container member on the open end of the coffee container during use.

15. The compact coffee press according to claim 1 or 2, wherein any one or more of the rigid truncated conical plunger member, truncated conical container member, coupling connector member, and filter portion are composed of a metal or a plastic polymer or a combination thereof, wherein the plastic polymer includes polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), styrene, or thermoplastic starch.

16. A method for preparing coffee using a compact coffee press apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 15, wherein the diaphragm is integrally formed with or attached to the base of the plunger member, the method comprising the steps of: (i) Release the filter portion of the compact coffee press, thereby opening the holes in the base portion; (ii) The compact coffee press is switched to the first position, in which the plunger member is raised above the diaphragm; (iii) Flip the compact coffee press so that the open hole at the base faces upward; (iv) A mixture of at least ground coffee and hot water is added to the compact coffee press through the open hole in the base portion; (v) Immerse at least ground coffee and hot water in the truncated conical container component until a brewed coffee of the desired strength is obtained; (vi) Reconnect the filter portion to the hole in the base portion; (vii) The compact coffee press is flipped a second time so that the filter portion of the base of the truncated conical receiving member faces downward; (viii) Place the base portion of the truncated conical container component onto the opening of the coffee container; (ix) Press down the plunger member to switch the diaphragm to a second position, in which the truncated conical plunger member is substantially fitted within the inverted truncated conical sidewall of the diaphragm, and the inverted diaphragm is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container member, thereby forcing the brewed coffee through the outlet and filter of the base portion of the container member, leaving the coffee grounds in the truncated conical container member; as well as (x) If desired, sweeteners, milk, additional water and / or flavorings may be added to the brewed coffee.

17. The method of claim 16, wherein, in step vi), i.e., before reattaching the filter portion to the hole of the base portion, the filter paper comprising the coffee filter is positioned in the filter portion.

18. The method according to claim 16 or 17, wherein in step v), i.e., during or after soaking at least the coffee grounds and hot water, the mixture is stirred to blend the coffee brew using the handle of a measuring spoon contained in the container.

19. A method for preparing coffee using a compact coffee press according to any one of claims 1 to 15, comprising the following steps: A) Immerse the combination of ground coffee and hot water in the truncated conical container component until the desired strength of brewed coffee is obtained; B) Connect the truncated conical plunger assembly and the diaphragm, oriented in a first position, to the truncated conical container assembly, in which the truncated conical plunger assembly is raised above the diaphragm; C) Place the truncated conical container component on the opening of the coffee container; D) Press down the plunger member to switch the diaphragm to a second position, in which the truncated conical plunger member is substantially fitted within the inverted truncated conical sidewall of the diaphragm, and the inverted diaphragm is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container member, thereby forcing brewed coffee through the outlet and filter or connected filter portion of the base portion of the container member into the coffee container, leaving waste coffee grounds in the truncated conical container member; as well as E) If desired, sweeteners, milk, additional water, and / or flavorings may be added to the brewed coffee.

20. The method of claim 19, further comprising the step prior to step (A): placing a filter including a coffee filter on a rigid support member of the filter portion at the outlet of the truncated conical container member, such that the brewed coffee is filtered through the filter and then enters the coffee container in step (D) above.

21. The method according to any one of claims 16 to 17 and 19 to 20, further comprising the steps of cleaning the compact coffee press and converting the compact coffee press into a storage structure, the method comprising: I. If the filter portion is separated from the outlet of the truncated conical container component, then disassemble or unscrew the filter section; II. Disassemble the truncated conical plunger assembly and diaphragm from the truncated conical container assembly; III. Press upwards on the base of the diaphragm and the truncated conical plunger member, thereby displacing the inverted diaphragm back to the first position, where the truncated conical plunger member is lifted above the diaphragm; IV. Remove the waste coffee grounds from the truncated conical container assembly, and optionally clean the truncated conical plunger assembly and diaphragm, the truncated conical container assembly, the connector assembly, and the filter portion; V. If necessary, reconnect the truncated conical plunger member and the diaphragm to the truncated conical container member, and if separated from the outlet of the truncated conical container member, reconnect the truncated conical container member to the filter section, displace the truncated conical plunger member and transfer the diaphragm to the second position, in which the truncated conical plunger member is substantially fitted within the inverted truncated conical sidewall of the diaphragm, and the inverted diaphragm is substantially fitted within the truncated conical container member, and optionally secure the cap of the conical plunger member.

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