For instance, I love waking up in the morning, checkin’ my email, gettin’ excited about who’s blogged, then go into the kitchen and turn on the stove to make hot water. I grab my favorite mug, my french press and my apple red thermos. My french press does not actually get the pleasure of being used for greatness. I do not have the high caliber grinder needed to archive consistency for FP (french press). Anyway, next I grab my little filter (as seen in picture atop the FP). After placing a paper filter in, (I don’t like cowboy coffee unless I’m camping) I scoop in six or so heaping spoonfuls of coffee. I then prep my apple red thermos with hot water. You must not skip this step—it is the key to hot coffee all the day long. When the kettle screams, I tip it over and pour it out. Add sugar and milk to taste, then pour into my favorite mug my morning brew. The remainder of my coffee goes into my apple red thermos. End routine.

So, as you can see, this is one small step in my day. It is neither my whole day, nor a significant stretch of time. Instead, a small [yet important] detail.

Well, sort of. These beans can only be found on the Idido Town, Misty Valley estate in the Idido / Gedeo area of the Yergachef region of Ethiopia (whew!). I just had the most interesting and geeky conversation with Brent Martin, the owner of Muse, and his roaster guy (who knows too much). Today I decided I wanted french press coffee rather than my usual drip. French press brings out more of the flavors of the coffee and can also make a stronger brew. For $3 I got a hot thermos (20 oz?)! Immediately after pouring I smelled delicious and potent blueberry! No joke. While blueberry and coffee together do not sound good, I kid you not, it is amazing. These beans have a strong berry essence, coupled with notes of lilac. Apparently to get these flavors, they leave the fruit on the bean for as long as possible, naturally fermenting and thus, adding a more fruity/berry flavor. I am done … I do not know enough to go on but this website has soo much info if you are really that interested!

So, I invite you to join me at this event at Muse. It is not this Friday but next. I know it seems a bit spendy, but my justification is supporting a local entrepreneur in growing his business and getting the word out. PLUS, if you, like me, LOVE LOVE LOVE coffee and chocolate or are just interested in having some funs, it is a great excuse to get out of the house!

Tammy, if you are reading, I will pay your half for you and your hubby to come b/c I know he would love it … and I know I couldn’t get you out here otherwise. :-p

P.S. If your name is or ever was Captain Kim, you must come to the event with me.