How To Make The Best Coffee At Home

What if your home coffee tasted as good as your favorite café’s? World-leading coffee expert James Hoffmann—cofounder of Square Mile Coffee and creator of hugely popular YouTube reviews and tutorials—shows you how to brew barista-level coffee at home, consistently.

From equipment that’s actually worth buying to dialing in your grind, water, and recipe, Hoffmann demystifies every step. Clear guides cover the core brew methods—French press (cafetiere), AeroPress, pour-over, moka pot/stovetop, cold brew, and more—plus milk drinks, the perfect espresso, and what really makes a latte, cortado, or flat white different.

Why you’ll love it

• Expert, no-nonsense advice: spend on what matters; skip what doesn’t

• Brew better now: step-by-step methods for all major gear

• Taste the difference: practical tips on grind size, water, ratios, and timing

• Café favorites at home: espresso fundamentals and milk-drink breakdowns

• Beautifully designed: a go-to reference you’ll reach for daily

What’s inside

• Gear guide: grinders, kettles, filters, scales, espresso machines, accessories

• Brewing basics by method with recipes and troubleshooting

• Espresso workflow: dosing, distribution, tamping, extraction, and milk texture

• Coffee drinks defined: cappuccino vs. latte vs. flat white, and more

• Beans 101: freshness, storage, and choosing roasts you’ll love

Details

• Author: James Hoffmann

• Category: Food & Drink / Coffee / How-To

• Format: See variant for edition details (hardcover/paperback)

• Great gift for: coffee lovers, new homeowners, students, and gear nerds

Brew smarter, waste less, and enjoy café-quality cups—without leaving the kitchen.