It has alluded to a few times during this guide that you do not need technically need to make hot coffee with this type of product. Instead, you can make it iced. Remember, insulation is a two-way street because it can keep contents warm and cold. Now, you can look up other recipes online if you wish but here is one recipe that was found online. You can grind the coffee beans yourself or buy it coarsely ground but either way, determine how much coffee you want to be yielded. With the grounds, place them in the base of the French press and then pour an appropriate amount of cold water over them. Stir the mixture with a wooden spoon and then cover it with the plunger cap. From there, place the press in a cool place for around 15 hours. After which, you can then plunge and enjoy.