A one stop guide to everything the home barista needs to know about making that perfect espresso.
The book begins with the origins of coffee and quickly moves on to the different varieties of bean and their characteristics. It covers subjects such as methods for selecting, roasting, and blending coffee, grinding information and tips, a few speciality coffee recipes, and advice on equipment. The authors are well respected in the speciality coffee industry. This is a very well written book aimed at the home enthusiast.