Coffee Books, DVDs and Reference Material
A good reference shelf helps once you move past basic recipes. This collection gathers reading for different stages of coffee knowledge, from learning to pull a shot to understanding how coffee is grown, roasted and tasted.
For Baristas and Espresso Learners
Titles such as The Barista Bible, I Want to Be a Barista and The Professional Barista's Handbook speak to technique and cafe work, while Espresso Coffee: The Science of Quality leans toward the technical side of extraction. Pair a book with a barista course or hands-on practice if you want to build skill quickly.
For Roasters and Coffee Buyers
Readers who roast or source coffee will find specialist titles including Coffee Roasting: Best Practices by Scott Rao, Dear Coffee Buyer by Ryan Brown and Modulating the Flavour Profile of Coffee. Home roasters may also enjoy browsing our roaster range alongside the books.
Origins, History and Tasting
The World Atlas of Coffee and The Coffee Plantations of Sierra del Rosario 1790 to 1850 cover geography and history, while the Coffee Taster's Flavour Wheel gives you a shared vocabulary when cupping or tasting. These make thoughtful gifts as well.
Choosing a Title
Think about whether you want practical technique, science or storytelling. Jetblack's team includes people who train baristas and work with machines every day, and our showrooms in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Hobart, Newcastle and Kiama are good places to ask.
