Friday Reads: International Coffee Day!
September 29, 2017
“It is inhumane, in my opinion, to force people who have a genuine medical need for coffee to wait in line behind people who apparently view it as some kind of recreational activity.” ― Dave Barry
It’s International Coffee Day! Sweet, sweet coffee – you are the drink that wakes us up in the morning and keeps us up at night. Celebrate with your favorite cup and join us in a world full of coffee-based literature.
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LIQUID EDUCATION: COFFEE: FROM BEAN TO PERFECT BREW by Jason Scheltus
From growing and harvesting to making the perfect cup. Do you love a good brew but don’t know your robusta from your arabica? Do you wish you could espouse the benefits of your Chemex over a French press? Maybe you just want to make a damn good cup of coffee at home. Liquid Education: Coffee will educate you on everything from growing conditions, bean varieties, picking, drying, and roasting to extraction and brewing, milk selection, and drink types. This comprehensive guide will help you navigate the multitude of beans, blends, and equipment available to make your way to your perfect cup.
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