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by Timothy J. Castle (Author), Joan Nielsen (Author) "Over twenty years ago, flying to Guatemala for the first time to visit a coffee farm, I felt the elation that a struggling rock musician..." (more)
Key Phrases: cup freshly brewed strong coffee, steam arm, cappuccino foam, Costa Rica, Central America, Espresso Anglaise (more...)
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As rich in history as it is in flavor and aroma, coffee has been cultivated and brewed for centuries. In THE GREAT COFFEE BOOK, international coffee expert Timothy Castle and food writer Joan Nielson examine how this remarkable beverage has evolved into an outright cultural obsession. To help readers contend with the growing proliferation of fine and specialty coffees available, the authors discuss coffee growing around the world, the varieties of beans, and different roasting methods. With tips for brewing the perfect cup, gourmet coffee-tasting guidelines, and beautiful full-color photography, this book will transform coffee lovers into true aficionados.

About the Author
Joan Nielsen is a cookbook editor, food writer, and co-author. She lives is Pacific Palisades, California.
Timothy J. Castle owns a specialty coffee brokerage and an international marketing and consulting firm specializing in the food and beverage trades. He is a correspondent for the Tea and Coffee Trade Journal and a columnist for The Coffee Journal he lives in Santa Monica, California.

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  • Paperback: 152 pages
  • Publisher: Ten Speed Press; illustrated edition edition (March 1, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1580081223
  • ISBN-13: 978-1580081221
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 4.5 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #152,272 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Innovative, concise yet complete, June 1, 2000
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While priced and sized like a trade paperback, The Great Coffee book combines the visual seduction of a coffee table book with first-rate, thoroughly up-to-date writing. The authors have the rare ability to distill vast experience into clear and concise prose, and their coffee selection and brewing suggestions guarantee the reader great coffee while helping them to avoid costly mistakes in coffee and equipment selections. The coffee recipes are among the best anywhere.
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