Mae's Bakery celebrates 2nd anniversary 'coffee style'

-- Buckhead bakery to debut three new seasonal Counter Culture coffees on anniversary, with help from new coffee manager, Xanna Kidd --

ATLANTA (Aug. 20, 2014) – Mae’s Bakery is marking its second anniversary by ‘brewing’ up specials and hosting a tasting event in honor of its applauded coffee program. The Buckhead-based bakery and coffeehouse located at 2770 Lenox Road will celebrate with a free “cupping-style” coffee tasting on Aug. 23, commemorative coffee-themed pastries and complimentary baked goods with coffee purchases on Aug. 23 & 24.

Complimentary Baked Goods with Coffee

On Saturday, Aug. 23, and Sunday, Aug. 24, patrons who purchase a cup of java can enjoy one baked good of their choice for free. And that includes all of Mae’s Bakery’s baked goods, from the cupcakes and cookies to the whoopie pies and savory rolls.

Coffee-Themed Baked Goods

Throughout the anniversary week, guests can enjoy commemorative coffee-themed sugar cookies and coffee-flavored cupcakes.

Free ‘Cupping-Style’ Tasting Event

On Saturday, Aug. 23, at 10 a.m., three new Counter Culture coffees will make their in-bakery debut during a free “cupping style” coffee tasting conducted by the experts at Counter Culture Coffee. Guests sample three very contrasting coffees and engage in a discussion about their various qualities and what sets them apart from one another. At the end of the cupping, Mae’s baristas will Chemex-brew the favorite two coffees for guests to enjoy. Chemex brewers utilize a handmade infusion method, which results in a slower brew and a richer cup of coffee. Guests also have an opportunity to win a coffee giveaway sponsored by Counter Culture. During the coffee tasting, guests will have the rare opportunity to sample Cascara, Mae’s new “Coffee Tea.” Made from the husks of the dried cherries of the coffee plant, Cascara taste more like an herbal tea, offering a pleasantly surprising sweet, cherry flavor.

Mae’s Bakery is also announcing the appointment of its new coffee manager, Xanna Kidd. “Our coffee program has been a strong connection point with our customers, and with Xanna as our new coffee manager, I am confident that the program will continue to grow,” says Beth Castro, owner of Mae’s Bakery.

Mae’s “pour-over” by-the-cup coffees, courtesy of Counter Culture, change seasonally, with each offering imported at its peak. The three coffees debuting during the anniversary are:

Banko Gotiti Natural Sundried

From: Yirgacheffe Ethiopia (region)

Flavors: Bursting with jammy fruit: blueberry, raspberry, blackberry, and, well, more berry

Idido

From: Yirgacheffe Ethiopia (region)

Flavors: Hits of melon, orange blossom, and citrus

No. 46

From: Americas

Flavors: A legendary European-style coffee blend

Beth and her team, who bake from scratch using the finest ingredients, offer a full Counter Culture Coffee bar and a wide assortment of fresh-baked treats, including custom cakes, whoopie pies, cake pops, savory rolls, muffins and much, much more. Most of Mae’s items can be created either gluten-free or vegan upon request.

Mae’s also provides baked goods for restaurants and cafes across metro Atlanta.

Mae’s Bakery is named after Beth’s daughter.

For more information about Mae’s Bakery and its offerings, visit www.MaesbakeryATL.com, www.facebook.com/maesbakeryatl, www.twitter.com/maesbakeryatl or instagram.com/maesbakeryatl.