Greetings all. We at MadCap humbly apologize for the lack of updates we’ve had our cups full lately. Renevations have begun in the location so if you’ve happened to walk by I’m sure you’ve seen a few walls being framed up. We’ve got our bathroom walls up and those are the only walls we’re putting up so things are progressing nicely.
Almost two weeks ago now we (MadCap) and a hefty representation from Grand Rapids went to the Spro Down in Chi Town and had a wonderful time hanging out with the beautiful coffee people of the Great Lakes. We had the opportunity to taste our spro alongside some other really great spros as well as to play on a variety of espresso machines. Intelly did a wonderful job hosting and there were a ton of other shops, dairies and equipment companies that made great contributions. You can check out some of the details here.
Yesterday we went over to Ypsilanti, MI and hung out with some of the peeps over at Ugly Mug. We had a splendid time hangin out with Miro, Ethan and Billy Bones. I’m sure you other coffee fanatics know the joys of hanging out with others who you could spend the day just shooting the breeze talkin nothing but coffee. Not just any coffee talk mind you but legit coffee talk. Its good for the soul.
As far as a status, we’ve got an espresso machine up and running on a cart and if you peek in the window and see us on the machine come in and we’ll pour you a capp. Our Diedrich IR-12 is being shipped and we’re greatly anticipating its arrival. However, we are trying to find the safest way to lower it through a hole in the floor. Not an easy task considering its 1000lbs. We have some new coffees available including a COE from El Salvador that is very tasty chemexed and pulls marvelous SO shots as well.
Ok, that’s all for now. Stay tuned for more updates. I promise we’ll post more frequently fo ya’ll. cheers.