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Friday February 19, 2010 ~ MRBC in Pictures

We can’t say ‘thank you’ enough to all of the fine folks who made last weekend’s Mountain Regional Barista Competition a success.  We had a great time, met some awesome people, tasted spectacular coffee, and watched some amazing baristas give it their all!  Thank you once again for supporting the barista craft and the specialty coffee industry!

Thursday February 18, 2010 ~ Equipment For Sale in Loveland, CO

Sadly, our friends at North End Espresso have closed their coffee shop in Loveland.  They have given us a list of their equipment for sale.  Check it out here (note: we have been informed that the Mazzer grinder and the Bunn single pour-over brewer have already been sold.)

Sunday February 14, 2010 ~ MRBC Winner – Greg Lefcourt

Last year’s MRBC champ, Greg Lefcourt, wasn’t quite ready to relinquish his title as he impressed judges with a polished performance and top notch espresso!  Greg, of Ozo Coffee Co. in Boulder, served judges espressos, cappuccinos, and his signature beverage the “Stargazer”.  The Stargazer showed off Greg's espresso by infusing the flavors of star anise, caramelized maple sugar, and lime….yum.  Congratulations Greg!!

Taking second was Jessica Brooks of Allegro Coffee and third place went to Ian Marquez of Off the Leaf Coffee Bar. 

Congratulations to all and many thanks again to everyone who made the 2010 MRBC a success!

Saturday February 13, 2010 ~ And the finalists are…….

After two days of shot pulling, capp pouring, sig. bev. construction, and a fine showing by all of the MRBC competitors we have our 6 finalists! 

Finalist #1 Greg Lefcourt, Ozo Coffee (CO)
Finalist #2 11:12 AM - John Piquet, Caffe d'Bolla (UT)
Finalist #3 11:39 AM - Ian Marquez, Off the Leaf Coffee Bar (MT)
Finalist #4 12:06 PM - Jessica Brooks, Allegro Coffee (CO)
Finalist #5 12:33 PM - Bryan Arndt, Java on Sherman (ID)

Finalist #6 1:00 PM - Yiching Piquet, Caffe d'Bolla (UT)

Watch the finals streaming Sunday beginning at 10:30 am MST. 

Again, we’d like to thank everyone for a fantastic event.  Check back for recaps and pics from this weekend’s activities!

Friday February 12, 2010 ~ Watch the MRBC Streaming Live!

Couldn’t make it to Loveland to watch the MRBC in person?  No worries! 

Check it out streaming.  Competition starts at 12 MST today!