James Hoffmann is a coffee expert, author and the 2007 World Barista Champion Along with a team of experts, he operates Square Mile Coffee Roasters, a multi-award-winning coffee roasting company based in East London, UK James travels frequently to the coffee producing countries and is a popular speaker His website is www jimseven com
[Review of previous edition: ] Exploring the origins, growing
regions, harvesting and every step of the production process author
James Hoffmann provides a fascinating look at the world of coffee.
Starting with an examination of the coffee plant, the varieties,
how it is harvested, Hoffmann clearly explains each stage. The
second part of the book presents details on the journey from bean
to cup, with information on every option for roasting and brewing.
The last section examines all of the 29 coffee-growing countries.
Colour photographs fill the pages and bring to life the diversity
of locations and the people involved.--Terry Peters "North Shore
News" (11/16/2016 12:00:00 AM)
[Review of previous edition: ] For the coffee geek if you don't
know the difference between the coffee varieties Arabica and
Robusta, if you're wondering how coffee cultivation in Ethiopia
differs from that in Costa Rica, if you're confused about the
myriad methods of brewing coffee, you won't find a better resource
than "The World Atlas of Coffee: From Beans to Brewing--Coffees
Explored, Explained and Enjoyed". Even confirmed coffee geeks will
benefit from this volume, at once encyclopedic and
approachable.--Erica Marcus "The Tampa Bay Ledger" (12/30/2014
12:00:00 AM)
[Review of previous edition: ] For those interested in all-things
java, author Hoffmann -- a world-champion barista and CEO of a
British roasting company -- has written the definitive guide. If
you love coffee, then you'll love this book. Hoffman focuses on
specialty coffees: those "defined by their quality and by how good
they taste" and discusses in fascinating detail how different
varieties of coffee produce their own unique flavors, aromas, and
commercial value. The book is divided into three beautifully
illustrated sections that cover the process of growing and
processing coffee, the numerous ways to grind, roast, and brew it,
and the geographical and historical origins of the many types of
drinkable black gold. Readers will find a bevy of informative
tidbits throughout the book. For example, American G.I.s created
Americano by watering down Italian espresso... The book's design
also warrants praise: it's loaded with hundreds of full color
photographs, maps, and illustrations. It is well-written,
informative, and a must-have for general readers who want to know
more about their favorite morning brew.-- "Publishers Weekly"
(11/17/2014 12:00:00 AM)
[Review of previous edition: ] Nothing like a good cup of coffee!
Coffee tasting bars are springing up everywhere along with coffee
tourism--learn where it comes from and why it tastes a certain way.
This last word on coffee provides maps, beautiful photography,
taste profiles and great new ways to enjoy coffee! Aficionados will
enjoy reading this along with their morning "shot"!--Ann Coombs
"Annual Holiday Gift Guide List 2015" (12/20/2015 12:00:00 AM)
[Review of previous edition: ] One of the world's favorite
beverages is dissected in this encyclopedia that introduces the
coffee plant and its harvesting, processing, and trade and
discusses the buying and preparation of the drink before embarking
on a world coffee tour. This voyage takes up most of the title and
includes information on the history and current state of coffee
growing, processing, and consumption in sections on Africa, Asia,
and the Americas. A strength of the book are the numerous, often
full-spread photos, of coffee at every stage from fruit to cup. An
unusual offering that will be of value in collections serving
agriculture, business, and nutrition students.--Henrietta Verma
"Library Journal" (12/1/2014 12:00:00 AM)
[Review of previous edition: ] Professionals and enthusiasts alike
will love this beautiful book by James Hoffmann. From overviews of
the world's most vibrant coffee-growing regions, to step-by-step
brewing tutorials, the content is educational, thought-provoking,
and substantial. I've already recommended this book to Barista
Magazine readers countless times.--Sarah Allen, Editor "Barista
Magazine" (7/1/2015 12:00:00 AM)
[Review of previous edition: ] The World Atlas of Coffee...takes
ambitious as its starting point and then shoots for exhaustive. It
doesn't hit that crazy a level of detail, which is lucky for us
because it remains at once packed and approachable. Just one
example: in the section on Burundi, Hoffmann details fourteen
growing regions. It's a book coffee professionals and enthusiasts
alike should not just add to their libraries but dog-ear and
highlight. Opening with the history, production, retail, and
brewing of coffee, Hoffmann spends more than a hundred pages at
origin, giving special attention to traceability. Designed with
gorgeous photography and an eye to draw readers through the
sometimes bewildering process of brewing a simple cup of coffee,
The World Atlas of Coffee is a book you'll spend as much time
looking at as reading.--Cory Eldridge "Fresh Cup Magazine"
(11/5/2014 12:00:00 AM)
[Review of previous edition: ] This single-volume "all you want to
know about coffee"book fills a gap in the popular reference
literature. Though the title uses the more academic word atlas,
this is actually a readable work on coffee, albeit arranged by
continent and then by region. It seeks to provide information on
where coffee is grown, the people who grow it, and the coffee
culture at large. The book begins with an introduction to coffee
and the process of getting from the bean to the cup. The atlas
portion contains 30 pages covering Africa; 22 pages, Asia; and 68
pages, the Americas. As seen in other Firefly books, it is
profusely illustrated with color plates. Recommended for
circulating collections at libraries where interest in coffee is
high.--Jerry Carbone "Booklist" (12/15/2014 12:00:00 AM)
Got a real coffee nerd on your hands? Send 'em to the books with
James Hoffmann's atlas of the world's most famed bean-growing
regions. Don't be surprised when they start planning a trip to
coffee hot spots in Africa, Asia, and the Americas.--Madeline
Boardman "Cosmopolitan Magazine Online" (9/19/2019 12:00:00 AM)
If there's only one book on your shelf about coffee, there's no
doubt in our mind which one it should be: The World Atlas of Coffee
by James Hoffmann.--Michael Butterworth "The Coffee Compass"
(11/5/2018 12:00:00 AM)
If they actually want to know the difference between Columbian,
Ethiopian, and Puerto Rican beans, then this will serve as their
Rosetta Stone for coffee.-- "Esquire" (10/22/2020 12:00:00 AM)
James Hoffman is my go-to professional for all things coffee, from
equipment reviews to brewing techniques to drink recipes. His
YouTube channel is starred on my browser menu, and his advice has
expertly carried me through a myriad of coffee conundrums. His
book, The World Atlas of Coffee, is the perfect geek-out read for
anyone interested in learning more about the wide world of coffee.
It covers how coffee is produced, from harvest through roasting,
and includes step-by-step guides for all the core home-brewing
methods.--Michal Bennett "Inlander" (12/2/2021 12:00:00 AM)
James Hoffmann is a former World Barista Champion, roaster owner,
coffee consultant and, most recently, a successful YouTuber. More
importantly, he knows more about the past, present and future of
coffee than most human beings, and his writing is clever enough to
make reading fun.--Will Price "Gear Patrol" (11/23/2019 12:00:00
AM)
Not only is this the perfect coffee-table book, but it's also
filled with everything you want to know about coffee. It talks
about the harvest and production process, and it covers popular
at-home brewing methods. So, if you're just starting out on your
coffee journey or you want to dive deep into it, this book has
something for you.--Dani Howell "Design Milk" (9/28/2020 12:00:00
AM)
Selection, Traveler Gift Guide... This is the definitive handbook
to all things coffee. In addition to step-by-step guides for every
home-brewing method imaginable, the atlas details the history and
taste profiles of the world's best coffee-producing
regions.--Jessica Puckett "Conte Nast Traveler" (10/8/2020 12:00:00
AM)
Selection, 2018 Coffee Compass Holiday Gift Guide... We think James
Hoffmann's magnum opus is the single most important book about
coffee that's been published to date.--Michael Butterworth "The
Coffee Compass" (12/3/2018 12:00:00 AM)
The CEO of Coffee YouTube... Hoffmann offers a knowledgeable,
sometimes cheeky, and always entertaining approach to coffee that
encourages his fans to find joy, and more than just a caffeine
boost, in their daily cup.--Ashley Rodriguez "TasteCooking.com"
(1/17/2022 12:00:00 AM)
This book is an atlas, but it's not like the boring, outdated
ones... It's about something interesting: coffee.-- "Coffee or Die
Magazine" (4/12/2022 12:00:00 AM)
This hardcover book boasts gorgeous photography and a fascinating
behind-the-scenes look into the world's biggest coffee-producing
regions.--Leslie Barrie and Kathleen Mulpeter "Health Magazine"
(9/27/2018 12:00:00 AM)
With a full breakdown of the world's 35 coffee producing nations,
this atlas will ensure you know how to tell your Burundi beans from
those grown in Bolivia. The World Atlas of Coffee is the perfect
gift for that person in your life who takes their coffee seriously,
or is looking to take their caffeinated drinks to the next
level.--Anton Olsen "Geek Dad Blog" (11/20/2018 12:00:00 AM)
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