How to make the best coffee at home: Sunday Times bestseller from world-class barista

Name: How to make the best coffee at home: Sunday Times bestseller from world-class barista
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Rating: 4.8 (2774 reviews)
Author: James Hoffmann

by James Hoffmann

Nonfiction Self Help

4.8 (2,774)

4.8 stars from 2,774 reviews. Top 72% of Nonfiction books we track.

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Perfect for you if...

You're tired of disappointing coffee at home and want practical, no-nonsense guidance from someone who actually runs a coffee business.
You enjoy learning the 'why' behind techniques, not just following recipes, and appreciate detailed explanations of equipment and method.
You watch YouTube reviews obsessively and respect Hoffmann's credibility enough to trust his recommendations on what gear actually matters.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer instant coffee or don't care about the quality of what you're drinking.
You want a quick fix rather than understanding the fundamentals of coffee brewing.
You're looking for aesthetic café culture content rather than practical, technical instruction.

About this book

While excellent coffee is readily available at specialty coffee shops, home-brewed coffee can achieve the same quality. James Hoffmann, who runs Square Mile Coffee and produces coffee and equipment reviews on YouTube and Instagram, provides guidance on making consistently excellent coffee at home. The book covers essential topics including which equipment is worth purchasing, coffee grinding techniques, brewing fundamentals for major equipment types (cafetiere, aeropress, stovetop, and others), coffee drink varieties (cortado, latte, and more), espresso preparation, and home roasting for those looking to advance their skills.

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Currently on sale at $1.99 — 78% off peak. Price has dropped 9 times over the last 4 years. Goes on sale roughly every 147 days. Typically stays discounted for 77 days.

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Currently #5,138 in the Kindle store — a top-10K bestseller.

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Currently 4.8★ from 2,774 reviews

Gaining approximately 47 new reviews per month. Steady word of mouth growth. Rating has remained stable at 4.8 over the tracking period.

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