French Press is one of my fave ways to make the morning brew (or anytime...who am I trying to kid?). You can improve your experience without denting the wallet by getting a cheap "whirly-blade" grinder (chopper actually...but no one "chops" coffee) - $10-15, and a big bag of whole beans from the grocery store. Believe it or not, Eight O'clock Coffee French Roast makes a respectable cup o' joe (ok, someone who is enjoying the coffee like a fine wine, commenting on the harvest and the nuances between estates isn't going to like it....)...dump the beans in an airtight container (a Gallon sized Ziploc is just dandy). Grind the beans coarsely and add the water just off the boil...stir with a stick (a chop stick from Chinese carry out is perfect), let it steep with the lid on for 3-5 min, depending on if you like a slice of coffee or not ,
gently push down the plunger and there you are! Using a big bag of beans, grinding fresh only what you need....you'll be enjoying great coffee for probably less than 75 cents a cup.