Espresso Coffee: The Science of Quality

Author: Illy, Andrea

Brand: Academic Press

Edition: 2

Number Of Pages: 416

EAN: 9780123703712

Release Date: 05-01-2005

Package Dimensions: 10.7 x 6.7 x 1.3 inches

Languages: English

Binding: hardcover

Part Number: 13213380

Details: Written by leading coffee technology specialists in consultation with some of the world's biggest coffee manufacturers, the second edition of the successful Espresso Coffee will once again comprehensively cover the current status of the chemistry and technology of espresso coffee. It comprehensively covers topics such as agronomy, green coffee processing, roasting/grinding, packaging, percolating and decaffeination techniques. It provides a comprehensive resource for those interested in the fundamental notions of coffee quality; with a point of reference given in the form of a detailed bibliography to provide direction to the wider literature. Chapters Include: Quality of espresso coffee; The plant; The raw bean; Roasting; Grinding; Packaging; Percolation; The cup; Physiology