Very tasty…I’ve only made it once so far but it was a great replacement to the traditional pumpkin pie (and healthier!)

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Three words I never thought to see together as a serious statement. I have heard of “weasel-poo”, but only as an adjective to describe bad coffee.

Unlike “weasel-poo” the adjective, cat poo coffee is actually coffee made from cat poo…or rather coffee beans taken out of cat poo. Apparently this is a good thing. ?? And very expensive.
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…who knew?…
I had no idea such a thing existed. It actually turns out there are a few of them - annually.

I guess I shouldn’t be too surprised, after all coffee rocks! And a well made coffee is most definitely an art appreciated by coffee-lovers.

There is nothing as disappointing as getting a poorly made coffee drink, after looking forward to enjoying at least a decent cup.

Apparently the most prestigious competition in the US is the USBC (United States Barista Championship) held every year. Judged by seven USBC-certified judges, the barista challengers have to prepare and serve 12 orders consisting of: four espressos, four cappuccinos and four original signature drinks of their own creation. All this in 15-minutes. The competition is held over four days and this year it is in Minneapolis at the beginning of May.

The USBC winner gets to move on to the WBC (World Barista Championship) held in Copenhagen this June.

What I want to know is where are all these talented baristas working when they aren’t competing?

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