• Brew Better Coffee at Home coffee guide with brewing methods, recipes, and photography. First edition by Brian W. Jones. (Cover image)
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Brew: Better Coffee at Home (2016 First Edition) Brian W. Jones Coffee Guide Book

Brew: Better Coffee at Home (2016 First Edition) Brian W. Jones Coffee Guide Book

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AT A GLANCE

Title:
Better Coffee at Home
Publisher:
Dovetail Press
Subject:
Coffee brewing, specialty coffee, beverages
Author:
Brian W. Jones
Date:
2016 (First Edition)
Origin:
Brooklyn, New York
Dimensions:
7 ¾” x 9 ¾”
Condition:
Very Good | Like New
Photographer:
Lizzie Munro
Cover:
Hardcover
Pages:
160
ISBN:
9780989888226
Book genre:
Cookbook

2016 First Edition Coffee Guide with Modern Brewing Techniques & Full-Page Photography

A beautifully designed and highly approachable guide to making café-quality coffee at home, Brew: Better Coffee at Home brings together technique, culture, and craft in a clean, modern format.

Written by coffee expert Brian W. Jones, this first edition introduces readers to the essentials of specialty coffee—from selecting beans and equipment to mastering a range of brewing methods. Clear instruction is paired with striking, full-page photography by Lizzie Munro, giving the book both practical value and strong visual appeal.

Inside, the book covers a wide range of brewing styles including pour-over, Chemex, French press, AeroPress, moka pot, and cold brew. Recipes extend beyond the basics, featuring creative and classic drinks such as Vietnamese Iced Coffee, Irish Coffee, Café Mocha, and New Orleans Cold Brew, along with inventive coffee cocktails.

Designed for everyday coffee drinkers rather than professionals, this guide simplifies the complexities of specialty coffee while maintaining depth—making it equally useful for beginners and enthusiasts looking to refine their routine.

Author Biography

Brian W. Jones is a designer, writer, and longtime coffee professional whose work bridges coffee culture, design, and education. Since 2000, he has worked as a barista, served coffee at major events including TED and Sundance, co-founded a coffee roasting company, and built a global following through his influential platform Dear Coffee, I Love You. His work emphasizes making specialty coffee approachable, thoughtful, and part of everyday life.

Like New condition with clean covers and interior pages. Binding tight and crisp. A well-preserved copy with minimal to no signs of wear.

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