What happens when a laid-off barista refuses to give up her craft? She writes it all down—and pours fifty unforgettable espresso recipes into one book. 50 Espresso Drinks From 1 Laid Off Barista is a heartfelt, flavorful journey written by Betsy J. Long, who went from pulling shots behind a busy café counter to experimenting at her parents’ kitchen table. It’s part recipe book, part memoir, and all passion for the world’s most concentrated—and misunderstood—form of coffee: espresso. This isn’t your average recipe collection. Betsy weaves personal anecdotes with every chapter, from her first disastrous cappuccino shift to overhearing travel stories from customers who introduced her to Cuban, Spanish, Greek, and Vietnamese coffee traditions. Along the way, you’ll discover how espresso can be serious, playful, indulgent, and even a little rebellious. Inside, you’ll find 50 espresso drinks arranged into six delicious chapters: The Classics That Built My Hands – Learn the foundation drinks every barista must master: espresso, macchiato, cappuccino, cortado, latte, mocha, americano, and affogato. - Around the World in a Demitasse – Travel through coffee culture with Cuban Cafecitos, Spanish Café Bombón, Italian Marocchino, Vietnamese Egg Coffee, and more. - Ice in My Veins, Espresso in My Glass – Cool off with iced lattes, espresso tonics, shakeratos, and even espresso lemonade. - Barista by Day, Bartender by Night – Explore the cocktails where caffeine meets spirits: Espresso Martini, Irish Espresso, Coffee Negroni, and Amaretto Espresso. - Sweet Tooth, Heavy Heart – Cozy, decadent recipes like Nutella Mocha, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Honey Lavender Latte, Salted Caramel Mocha, and Dirty Chai. - Experiments at My Parents’ Kitchen Table – Betsy’s wildest ideas, from Nitro Espresso and Cascara Fusion to Butter Espresso and Double Dirty (espresso + matcha). Each recipe includes: ✔️ A short introduction that sets the scene (funny, heartfelt, or memory-driven). ✔️ Clear ingredients and step-by-step methods, perfect for beginners or seasoned coffee lovers. ✔️ A Barista’s Note that adds personal insight, quirky stories, or tips to make the recipe your own. This book is perfect for: Coffee lovers looking to expand their at-home espresso repertoire. - Home baristas who want approachable, barista-tested recipes. - Anyone who loves books with heart, humor, and a little caffeine-fueled soul. Whether you’re pulling your very first shot or you’ve been steaming milk for years, 50 Espresso Drinks From 1 Laid Off Barista will inspire you to see coffee not just as a drink, but as a ritual, a story, and a second chance. So grab your portafilter, heat up that machine, and join Betsy at her parents’ kitchen table—where every recipe is proof that sometimes the best chapters in life come after the layoffs. Espresso, Macchiato, Cortado, Cappuccino, Flat White, Latte, Mocha, Americano, Long Black, Affogato, Café Cubano, Café Bombón, Espresso Romano, Bicerin, Marocchino, Caffè Corretto, Vietnamese Egg Coffee, Galão, Greek Freddo Espresso, Freddo Cappuccino, Iced Americano, Iced Latte, Iced Mocha, Espresso Tonic, Red Eye on Ice, Shakerato, Espresso Lemonade, Espresso Float, Espresso Martini, Irish Espresso, Black Russian with Espresso, White Russian with Espresso, Coffee Negroni, Amaretto Espresso, Tiramisu Latte, Nutella Mocha, Pumpkin Spice Espresso Latte, Honey Lavender Latte, Coconut Espresso, Maple Cinnamon Cortado, Salted Caramel Mocha, Espresso Smoothie, Espresso Protein Shake, Espresso Hot Chocolate, Dirty Chai, Nitro Espresso, Cascara Espresso Fusion, Herbal-Infused Espresso, Butter Espresso, Espresso Mocktail, Double Dirty Espresso.