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A one-of-a-kind guide to specialty coffee, covering everything from the basics to roasting and brewing. Written by an author with extensive experience in green bean sales, origin visits, competition judging, import representation, and roast coaching, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of specialty coffee. It explores coffee varieties, processing methods, roasting, and brewing principles, sharing valuable insights based on personal experience in an objective, widely applicable manner. A must-read for anyone looking to grasp the fundamentals of specialty coffee.
About the author
Ryo Mikami has worked in a major coffee chain, a micro-roastery, and a wine shop. He later joined Wataru Co., Ltd., a specialty coffee importer, handling sales, sourcing, market exploration, and competition coaching. As a Cup of Excellence judge, he participates in global competitions and has coached Japan's team for the World Coffee Roasting Championship. In 2019, he co-founded Roast Design Coffee, a roastery, with his wife, Hitomi. He oversees green bean procurement, quality design, and consulting. Under the pen name "Coffee Fanatic Mikami," he shares insights in various media.
