In this video, James Hoffmann is introducing his new book about coffee. He begins by expressing his excitement about the book and how the title is not just clickbait. However, he believes that the topic deserves a grander introduction than what he can offer in this video. He goes on to explain that the book is a concise summary of everything he thinks is important for making great coffee at home, drawing from his nearly 20 years of experience in the coffee industry.
Hoffmann then proceeds to explain the different sections of the book. Section one covers how to buy great coffee, which can be overwhelming for many people. Hoffmann wants to help readers find the coffee they love and avoid the ones they won't. Section two discusses the essentials of great coffee at home, including coffee equipment and what is essential, great value items, and nice-to-haves. Section three is about how to taste coffee and develop a sense of taste and palate for coffee, which can help readers become better coffee brewers. Section four covers how to brew great coffee with popular brewing methods, providing step-by-step guides, recipes, and tips and tricks for the best results. Section five is about iced coffee and cold brew, and section six is about espresso, which includes understanding espresso machines, buying the right espresso machine and grinder, and the theory of espresso.
Hoffmann then explains that the book is for anyone who makes coffee at home and wants to improve their skills. While the book may not be essential for experienced home brewers, it is an excellent resource for those who learn best from the written word, need a gift for a coffee-loving friend, or want to support the content on Hoffmann's channel.