2009 US Barista Championship: Intelligentsia Goes For The Repeat
You might remember last year when Intelligentsia’s Kyle Glanville won the US Barista Championship. It was exciting news, mainly because we brew the beans roasted by Intelligentsia and we stand behind everything they are doing to straighten out the coffee industry.
This weekend, the 2009 USBC will take place in Portland, OR…and Intelligentsia will again be well represented. By my count, our favorite roaster will be sending 5 baristas to the competition — including reigning Western Regional Champion Nick Griffith. Mr. Griffith happens to be our sales rep, so we are rooting for him loudly from Fort Collins. Maybe not loudly out loud, but definitely loudly in our hearts. Here is a picture of him holding a trophy and smiling largely:
The fellows to his left & right are Devin Pedde and Ryan Wilbur – also Intelli baristas and concluded the top 3 sweep at the WRBC. They are pleased to meet you. All three will compete at the USBC.
You can watch live coverage of this weekend’s fierce dueling beginning at 9:15 am Portland time on March 5 by clicking here.
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