Coffee, for Here

Make exceptional coffee at home with this detailed guide to beans, equipment, brewing methods, and more, including 40 recipes for creative coffee beverages from the US Barista Champion behind Morgan Drinks Coffee. Whether you’re just beginning your coffee journey or want to take your at-home skills to the next level, you’ve come to the right café. Celebrated coffee expert Morgan Eckroth—your friendly internet barista who muses about all things coffee—is here to walk you through the fundamentals of mastering the craft right in your kitchen. This comprehensive but approachable handbook begins with the cultural significance of coffee, exploring its origins as well as the evolution of café culture. You’ll learn about coffee-producing regions, bean varieties and flavor profiles, and the processes of roasting and tasting coffee. When it's time to brew, you'll find step-by-step guides to each brewing method—like pour-over, French press, and cold brew—along with practical advice on building your at-home coffee bar, from choosing a grinder to selecting and storing beans. There’s even a special section on espresso that shares the secrets to perfect extraction, milk steaming, and creating eye-catching latte art. Once you've mastered the basics, transform your coffee game with forty inventive recipes for Morgan's signature caffeinated beverages. Enjoy a simple and refreshing Espresso Tonic, a summery Creamsicle made with espresso, fresh orange, and sweetened condensed milk, or a Limoncello featuring papaya puree, lime juice, rose water, and espresso. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast or a professional barista, Coffee, for Here is your essential companion for brewing the perfect cup.