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Caffeine Crawl Madison 2016

9/7/2016

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~ Madison's first Caffeine Crawl took the cake (& the coffee) ~ 
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It was a drizzly late summer day in Wisconsin, and things started on a sweet note at Madison Sourdough's ​MSCo. Patisserie. Succulent samples of JBC Coffee Roasters' espresso cake, Cadence cold brew floats, and a mouthwatering butterscotch coffee pudding made before our very eyes set the bar high. We departed in a delighted, sugary trance. 
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​Rishi Tea awaited us at ​​Barriques - a lovely blueberry herbal tea, classic black tea, and calming Turmeric Ginger Chai plus matcha samples to take home. Barriques kicked us back into coffee gear with a cold brew demo and samples. 

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5th Element Coffee took us on an audible tour of coffee's journey from bean to cup, while emphasizing the 'human element.' Their direct importer relationship with 4 Monkeys Coffee Roasters in El Salvador provided several tasty brews to accompany a sweet dessert bite and smiles all 'round. 
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The Kin Kin Coffee bar is a sweet surprise tucked away inside the Festival Foods on E. Washington. A delightful multi-layered flavor experience awaited - they had our attention the moment they said "house made vanilla bean syrup & cream." Topped off with house espresso and chased with a candied orange peel? Perfection. 
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Cait stole the show at Crescendo Espresso Bar & Music Cafe, pulling shots of espresso for every Crawler, accompanied by a house made, lemon infused whipped cream and local honey. 

We got up close and personal with the cacao bean at ​Infusion Chocolates - the chocolate making process explained (and tasted!) included several single origin offerings and truffles. 
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Colectivo finished rolling out their smooth new house cold brew recipe just in time for Crawlers to snag a sample, and we sipped with hearty approval. A Chemex brewed Costa Rican warmed us back up, and we went on our way with whole bean samples to brew at home. 

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A nod to the last days of summer was a welcome treat at ​Cargo Coffee - a frozen blended mocha was sipped in the classic coffee shop ambiance aside a hand painted world map. 

Patrick welcomed us to The Victory with a genuine smile and the invitation to take our pick from the menu. We learned the history of the cafe - from Brooklyn to Madison, and 6 years strong connecting the community and bringing people together over Anodyne Coffee, SerendipiTea and good vibes.   

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More impeccable cocoa journey goodness awaited at ​Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier​ ~ we savored our way through a decadent espresso truffle while further exploring the alluring world of chocolate. 

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Kickapoo Coffee Roasters brought the good stuff to Tailgate, a unique concept spotlighting coffee, fashionable spirit wear, and kickass sugar cookies. We sampled 'The Rooster,' a tantalizing 40% natural Ethiopian blend, and the 'Summer Solstice,' a double Guatemalan blend, while learning the history of Kickapoo from the plaid-pillow lined bench seating. 

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A coffee spritzer and the sultry ambiance of Spain welcomed us to ​Sî Café, while a french guitarist serenaded us. Opposite a row of gleaming barber chairs, the founders of Yes Coffee Roasters answered our many inspired questions over Kenyan pourovers. 

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JBC Coffee Roasters threw a spectacular afterparty, with a latte art throwdown as the main attraction. Libations for every taste flowed freely - stellar coffee cocktails featuring Cadence Cold Brew Coffee, Bulleit Bourbon & maple syrup; 3rd Sign Brewery JBC coffee beer; or a latte fresh from the judges table. Treats from Rosie's Coffee Bar and Bakery & Madison Sourdough kept us going strong, and we wound down the evening with new friends, happily caffeinated and looking forward to next year! 
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A huge thank you to the remainder of our Madison sponsors: Wholesome!, Yelp Madison, Barista Magazine, Sprout Studio and Brewers Organics - and all the amazing shops that helped make the magic happen. Cheers to Wisconsin's first Caffeine Crawl!
2 Comments
Denise Packel
9/9/2016 09:11:19 am

I had an absolute blast! It was very educational and fun to experience some new places that are Madison's best kept secrets! Thanks for the great tour.

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Jason Burton - LAB teammate
9/9/2016 09:16:35 am

Thanks Denise. Madison rocked it. Literally just sent off an email for next year. Can't wait, and thanks for being a part of this first one. - Jason

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