Any tips or ideas to make coffee particularly special if I have a little more time to brew it? Of course a French Press is a must, but any ideas for things I can add to coffee?
I actually don’t think a French Press is a must! I actually prefer pourover coffee, all things considered. But you didn’t ask me about technique, you asked me about things to ADD to coffee.
First things first, I’d say the greatest way to improve your coffee experience is buy good, whole bean coffee, and grind it right before you use it. Here’s a grinder under 40 bucks with great control and good innards: https://www.javapresse.com/products/coffee-grinder
Second things second depends on what you LIKE to enhance your coffee.
My favorite addition to coffee is cream. I prefer cream to sweetener, all told, so this is my go-to for it. If I want to make a special coffee, what I’ll generally do is add cream and whiskey, because that’s a special fucking morning for me. If I’m feeling VERY fancy, I’ll whip up some quick ganache or caramel, but honestly, I almost always only do this for guests or a brunch I’m holding. Sweetened condensed milk is DECADENT in coffee. A bit of cinnamon or unsweetened cocoa can add a whole nother layer of depth to a roast without being sugar on sugar on sugar.
I hope this is at least in the neighborhood of what you were asking!