My favorite coffee treat.. My great grandmother's old metal stove top percolator slowly boiled over a medium gas flame. I havent had a french press or espresso top it yet. You need patience. Once it boils and you return to simmer it takes 10-15 minutes depending on taste. Add to that real half and half or light cream. I do not skimp when it comes to cream. I use full fat half and half or light cream. I have no concerns about weight or health with it because its not like I am drinking half a gallon each day. Treat yourself and tell the FF half and half's to take a hike.