Lani Kingston

How to Make Coffee

The Science Behind the Bean

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Want to brew the perfect cup of coffee? Master the science behind every sip. How to Make Coffee is the ultimate guide for coffee lovers who refuse to settle for ordinary. This beautifully illustrated book demystifies the chemistry and physics of coffee-from bean selection to brewing techniques-so you can elevate your daily ritual into an art form. 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. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned barista, this book blends practical advice with fascinating science, ensuring you never drink an average cup again. From bean to brew, How to Make Coffee is your passport to coffee mastery. Inside, you'll discover: * The anatomy of the coffee bean and the molecular magic of caffeine. * How roast level, grind size, and water temperature impact flavor. * Step-by-step instructions for major brewing methods, including French press, pour-over, espresso, and cold brew. * Which gadgets are essential and which are just gimmicks. * Tips for milk frothing, crema perfection, and balancing extraction for the ultimate cup.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Abrams Image
• Seitenzahl: 160
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. April 2015
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 190mm x 133mm x 22mm
• Gewicht: 263g
• ISBN-13: 9781419715846
• ISBN-10: 1419715844
• Artikelnr.: 41748618

Autorenporträt

Lani Kingston is an Australian food writer, culinary researcher, and consultant with a global perspective on food and coffee culture. She is the author of four best-selling coffee books, including How to Make Coffee: The Science Behind the Bean and Designing Coffee: New Coffee Places and Branding, which have been translated into over a dozen languages. With extensive academic credentials, including a master's degree in Food Studies and a master's in Education, Lani blends her scholarly background with practical experience as a trained pastry chef. Lani Kingston focuses on the cultural, historical, and business aspects of what we eat and drink, making her books essential guides for coffee aficionados, design enthusiasts, and industry professionals alike.