autumn harvest latte ESSENCE OF COFFEE
Photos by Cadey Reisner
It all starts with the bean for this specialty latte. Beginning with freshly-ground Autumn Blend espresso, baristas infuse the shot with a precisely-measured blend of housemade caramel apple flavoring and top it off with milk. The final step is a flame-toasted cinnamon garnish to complete what owner Michael Fewson calls “real specialty coffee.” With a smooth chocolatey mouth feel and hints of red wine and sweet cherry, the Autumn Blend espresso complements the full-bodied taste of the latte. “It has a sweet tang that blends well without overpowering the smooth flavors of the espresso beans,” explained Michael. Michael and his wife, Lesley , launched Essence of Coffee in Perth, Australia—a known coffee mecca. After falling in love with the Black Hills, the Fewsons moved the coffee shop to Rapid City and opened in 2015. “Our artisan coffee requires the one-of-a-kind obsession of a fanatic roaster—the kind Australia is famous for,” said Michael. The beans are single-origin, hand-picked, and sun-dried, in addition to being roasted with particular attention to their specific characteristics. On top of specialty drinks, the shop boasts a café with an Australian vibe and menu. They also send their specialty bean roasts across the country. “We celebrate both the farmer and the coffee drinker,” said Michael, noting the shop’s dedication to excellence and sustainability. “We want the farming family to prosper, and we want you to enjoy your exceptional coffee.”
$5.25 for a 12 oz. // 908 Main St, Rapid City
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