Espresso From Bean To Cup

ESPRESSO FROM BEAN TO CUP is the complete guide to espresso, cappuccino, caffe latte & coffee. Learn how to brew a perfect espresso, steam & foam milk, choose from the best coffee, & buy the right equipment - all in an easy to understand style acclaimed by both novices & professionals. "A joyful encyclopedic volume for espresso consumers."--DONALD N. SCHOENHOLT, SPECIALTIES EDITOR, TEA & COFFEE TRADE JOURNAL. "Anyone who wants to untangle caffe latte from caffe macchiato, steam from pump from thermal block machines, or burr from blade grinders needs this book. Its practical, reassuring instructions will have any beginner - or any professional - confidently making the 'smooth, delicious, & extraordinarily aromatic' espresso Nick Jurich promises."--CORBY KUMMER, SENIOR EDITOR, THE ATLANTIC. "Clearly written & nicely illustrated, the book's strongest suits are its discussions of brewing principles & techniques. Overall, a great effort & one which belongs in the hands of all espresso lovers."--KEVIN KNOX, STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY. "ESPRESSO FROM BEAN TO CUP demystifies espresso, cappuccino, & their apparently arcane offspring; ristrettos, macchiato & others. Readers will enjoy Nick Jurich's easy style & emerge armed with the tools to make informed decisions & inspired drinks."--GEORGE HOWELL, THE COFFEE CONNECTION. To order contact: Missing Link Press, 3213 W. Wheeler Street, Suite 179, Seattle, WA 98199. (206) 285-9016.

The worldwide bestseller - 1/3 million copies sold 'With his expert guidance we travel around the globe, from Burundi to Honduras via Vietnam, sipping and spitting as we go. This is high geekery made palatable by the evident love pulsing through every sentence.' - The Guardian 'The subject of coffee has never been more, er, hot, and The World Atlas of Coffee takes a close look at its history and evolution, the international range of beans and all the best ways to enjoy coffee. Great pics too.' - Susy Atkins, The Telegraph For everyone who wants to understand more about coffee and its wonderful nuances and possibilities, this is the book to have. Coffee has never been better, or more interesting, than it is today. Coffee producers have access to more varieties and techniques than ever before and we, as consumers, can share in that expertise to make sure the coffee we drink is the best we can find. Where coffee comes from, how it was harvested, the roasting process and the water used to make the brew are just a few of the factors that influence the taste of what we drink. Champion barista and coffee expert James Hoffmann examines these key factors, looking at varieties of coffee, the influence of terroir, how it is harvested and processed, the roasting methods used, through to the way in which the beans are brewed. Country by country - from Bolivia to Zambia - he then identifies key characteristics and the methods that determine the quality of that country's output. Along the way we learn about everything from the development of the espresso machine, to why strength guides on supermarket coffee are really not good news. This is the first book to chart the coffee production of over 35 countries, encompassing knowledge never previously published outside the coffee industry.

For the coffee geek in all of us: the definitive guide to all the major coffee-making methods, and which beans, roast, and grind are best for each of them. To make any old cup of coffee, you simply need a pot, heat, ground coffee, and water. But you’re not just anyone. You are a coffee aficionado, a determined, fearless seeker of the best java. And this is the guide for you. How to Make Coffee provides an in-depth look at the art and science behind the bean. Learn the anatomy of coffee; the chemistry of caffeine; the best way to roast, grind, and brew the beans to their peak flavor; and what gadgets you really need (versus what gadgets are for mere coffee dilettantes). With illustrated, step-by-step instructions, How to Make Coffee is for the person who doesn’t want to settle for anything less than the perfect cup.

If you want to know how to make creamy, rich, mouth-watering espresso at home, even without a fancy machine, then you want to read this book. You see, making killer espresso that blows Starbucks away (and any other coffee chain for that matter) comes down to doing a lot of little things right, such as... Selecting the right beans and roasts, and creating the right blends. Using your machine and grinder correctly. Dosing, tamping, level, and pulling the shots properly. And more. If all that sounds complicated to you, don't worry--this book breaks it all down and teaches you, step by step, everything you need to know to brew heavenly "god shots" that are the hallmark of true coffee maestros. In this book, you'll learn things like... How to "speak espresso" so you can understand all of the important aspects of beans, espresso coffee, and machines. Without fully understanding everything taught in this chapter of the book, you'll never make great espresso coffee. How to pick the right espresso machine and get the most bang for your buck, regardless of your budget. (Don't make the mistake of thinking that the more you pay, the better the machine!) Everything you need to know about coffee beans to master the art of creating incredible custom blends just for espresso. Just knowing which types of beans and roasts to combine and in what proportions can take your espresso coffee to another level. Why you should seriously consider getting a coffee grinder, and which are best for making espresso coffee. The step-by-step, no-fail method of pulling a perfect shot of sweet, decadent espresso every time. Say goodbye to espresso that's too weak or strong or bitter, and say hello sweet, aromatic indulgences. 8 espresso drinks that every coffee lover should try, including the classic cappuccino, Mochaccino, Caramel Macchiato, Caf Conquistador, and more. How to keep your coffee machine in top-top shape, ensuring that it can consistently make delicious coffee. If you don't clean and care for it properly, it'll make bitter, gross coffee and you'd never know why. And more... Making sweet, smooth espresso and with a beautiful, buttery crema is a breeze after reading this book. Scroll up and click the "Buy" button now to learn how to make espresso so good that your friends and family will rave.

This book comprehensively covers topics such as agronomy, green coffee processing, roasting/grinding, packaging, percolating and decaffeination techniques.

For coffee enthusiasts everywhere, a charming handbook to becoming your own favorite barista More than 100 million Americans start each day with a cup of coffee (many at no small price)! It’s a fact : We love coffee. Now, in The Home Barista, two professionals reveal the secrets to brewing coffee worthy of the priciest cafés right in your own kitchen. Connoisseurs Simone Egger and Ruby Ashby Orr enlighten readers with insights and advice from crop to cup and beyond. Savvy, smart, and charmingly designed, The Home Barista guides you through the essentials—from understanding your bean’s origins and establishing your palate to perfecting your technique. It’s the essential coffee-lover’s guide to turning a simple bean into a sensational beverage: ·Roast your own beans. (Is it worth it? How not to burn them!) ·Learn all the lingo you need to talk coffee like a pro. ·Master the elusive espresso (by refining tamp, time, and temperature). ·Create barista-worthy milk texture and foam designs. ·Try seven different ways to brew—from the French press to the Turkish ibrik.

Perfect your barista technique with over 100 global coffee recipes from chai coffee to ristretto Take a journey from bean to cup with Coffee Obsession, which shows you how to make iconic coffees through step-by-step barista training. From the techniques of roasting, grinding, tamping and brewing to how to make a cappuccino, via the history of coffee, you'll learn everything you need to know to make the perfect coffee and about the beauty of latte art. Over 100 coffee recipes include brews to suit every taste. Master classic favourites like the flat white and the espresso, and learn how to make iced coffee and the perfect chai coffee. From French presses to cloth brewers you'll explore all the different equipment you need to create fantastically flavoured coffee, along with a guide through the flavour wheel and "cupping" tasting notes. After you've brewed yourself the perfect cup, go on a voyage through the life of a coffee bean and learn the ideal harvest seasons and roasts of different types of coffee beans, all combined with mouth-watering flavour profiles. Coffee Obsession is perfect for coffee lovers who want to make the best cup of coffee in the world in their own home.

In this revised and updated edition of the most authoritative guide to coffee, Corby Kummer travels the country and the world to give you all the latest information you need to make a great cup at home: * The best beans and how to buy and store them * The grinder that's essential for great coffee * Incisive reports on brewing and espresso-making equipment and tips on how to get the best from them, with photographs of current models * A complete, up-to-date list of sources for beans, equipment and Fair Trade organizations