From coffee beans to extraordinary flavors. Being hundreds of years old, coffee has influenced civilizations and inspired many makers to discover new recipes for millions to enjoy. Yet what if there was a way to experience the best natural coffee flavors in the world by making them yourself? Why We Love Coffee is a visual collection of coffee facts and recipes that not only teach you how to recreate beloved coffee blends, but taste them like a professional coffee enthusiast. Learn the language of coffee for amazing creations. Why We Love Coffee explores how coffee culture has experimented with different flavors and techniques over the years to create extraordinary drinks that millions of people enjoy today. Each chapter goes into the science of coffee ingredients and infusion, and how they can enhance your senses for the best tasting results. So, if you love home coffee and want to grow your tastes and skills beyond anything you've experienced before, this coffee book will transform you from a coffee lover to a flavor expert. You'll also learn: how the coffee capitals of the world grow and harvest their coffee beans; effective methods for roasting and grinding coffee; how to detect coffee ingredients through color and aroma; recommendations for brewing equipment; and recipes for coffee appetizers and entrees.