The essential compact compendium for the coffee enthusiast.
This is the ultimate guide to the history, science, and cultural
influence of coffee according to coffee aficionado and master
storyteller Tristan Stephenson. You'll explore the origins of coffee
before discovering the varieties of coffee and the alchemy responsible
for transforming a humble bean into the world's most popular drink.
You'll learn how to roast coffee at home in the Roasting section before
delving into the Science and Flavor of Coffee and finding out how
sweetness, bitterness, acidity, and aroma all come together. Discover
how espresso and milk are a match made in heaven, yielding such
treasures as the Flat white, Latte, Cappuccino, and Macchiato. Other
Brewing Methods features step-by-step guides to classic brewing
techniques, from a Moka pot and a French press to Aeropress and Siphon
brewing. Finally, why not treat yourself to one of Tristan's expertly
concocted recipes. From an Espresso Martini to a Pumpkin Spice Latte and
Coffee Liqueur to Butter Coffee, this is the definitive guide to the
extraordinary world of coffee.