The Curious Baristas Guide to Coffee

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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. Youll explore the origins of coffee before discovering the varieties of coffee and the alchemy responsible for transforming a humble bean into the worlds most popular drink. Youll learn how to roast coffee at home in the Roasting section before delving into the Science and Flavour 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 Tristans 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.

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Both a coffee table book and a coffee book,The Curious Baristas Guide to Coffeeis. . . .a lot of fun. Bookriot.com

Author Bio

Tristan Stephenson is an award-winning bar operator, restaurateur, author and co-founder of Fluid Movement, a globally renowned drinks consultancy. His books The Curious Bartender Volume 1: The Artistry & Alchemy of Creating the Perfect Cocktail and The Curious Bartenders Gin Palace were both shortlisted for the Andr Simon Award. Tristan lives in Cornwall, UK. You can follow him at @trisstephenson.