What's inside the perfect cup of coffee? "How to Make Coffee" isn't just a recipe book for brewing a cup of drip; instead, it explores the history and science of coffee, from a goatherd's observation of the effects of coffee beans on his animals to the way the human body processes and uses caffeine. "How to Make Coffee" asserts that, beyond the beans themselves, making good coffee depends on understanding the science; why water has to be at a certain temperature, and what methods work best with each grind. Brimming with fascinating information about the chemistry of coffee and the best ways to brew it, "How to Make Coffee" is the go-to book for coffee lovers, connoisseurs, and anyone looking for the best way to brew the perfect cup.