Discover New Talent Every Night at Kick Butt Coffee
2 Convenient Locations (Maps Below):
5775 Airport Blvd. & 4600 Guadalupe

Happy Hour 4:15pm - 7:15pm
$4 Mocha Martinis and $1.50 Lone Stars
Ask about: red eye, black eye, dead eye crazy eye

Play the Wii / Our Logo / What is a Barista?
Nunchucks / FAQ / Get a Black Eye next time you visit
Master Gohring's Tai Chi & Kung Fu - Austin, Texas

our coffees / our store / kick butt card / menu / calendar / about us

 

Kick Butt Coffee 1 - by Highland Mall: - ---- - Kick Butt Coffee 2 - in the Triangle:
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Kick Butt Coffee 1 - 5775 Airport Blvd. - Open M-F 7am-10pm or Later - Sat/Sun 8am-10pm or Later
Kick Butt Coffee 2 - 4600 Guadalupe - Open M-F 7am-10pm or Later - Sat/Sun 8am-Midnight or Later

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What's Up this week at Kick Butt?

 

 

Click Here for Full Calendar

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Booking

How to: 1. Book your band, 2. book a special event and 3. book a workshop at Kick Butt Coffee (our triangle location has a 120" projection screen suitable for morning workshops or meetings)

Full Disclosure: This is for unpaid gigs at Kick Butt Coffee. We also do paid gigs but in a concert format and usually only through a professional promoter.

Yes, booking is easy at Kick Butt Coffee, just:

1. Check our online calendar for openings at both Kick Butt Coffee locations.

2. Then Email us at booking@kickbuttcoffee.com with the specific date(s) and time(s) you want to play. (Date, Beginning Time, Ending Time) Please remember this so we don't have to keep going back and forth over e-mail to get the time right.

3. Assuming you suggested times that are available we will book you and e-mail you a confirmation right away.

4. You will be added to the calendar so sending me a paragraph description would be appreciated to help us promote your show.

We are pretty booked up these days at the original Kick Butt on Airport Blvd., at the very least, you can find a time before other people play, on most nights, some Mondays and Tuesdays and an occasional Saturday. You can also attend our music open mic on any Thursday at 8pm at the Kick butt on Airport Blvd. We would love to have you at the open mic and it can give you a sense of the vibe of our venue. Our Second location is now open, which of course has not been booked up as much yet so there is an opportunity to get in on the ground floor. You can also attend our music open mic on any Wednesday at 8pm at this new 2nd location in "The Triangle". When you email I will add you to our Kick Butt Coffee Insiders list and the Kick Butt Musicians List and will periodically notify you of booking opportunities.

Look forward to having you as part of the Kick Butt Coffee Live Music family.

Sincerely,

Thomas (Master Gohring)

PS. We do have a stage with professional sounds system. This includes an The Allen & Heath ZED-14 live mixer; Mic and Mic stands (but bring yours just in case); and LED lights at both Locations.

PSS. We have a full bar including beer, wine and liquor and so, because of this, it is illegal to bring any outside liquids into our establishment. So no outside beer, wine, liquor, sodas or even bottled water.

PSSS. We have noticed that as much as we like "loud" music, that the customers at the our Triangle location don't like "loud" music.

PSSSS. Here is an example of what it kind of looks and sounds: http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=IyqpgKfBZss (from the original Kick Butt)

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Things got a little out of hand...

Things got a little out of hand with Kyle Clubb. He was the February winner of 250 dollars worth of gift cards from Kick Butt Coffee. Apparently though, that wasn't good enough. He had to punch one of our bartenders, Denver. Kyle better watch out. Why? Because Brandy (the manager) is going to TAKE HIM OUT!!!! (video clip)

Uncle BOB, Thomas (Master Gohring), Denver (Bartender) and Kyle Clubb (February Winner)

Photo by Amanda Elmore

Talk about Keeping Austin Weird. Kyle Clubb (the one throwing the punch) was born in Austin in 1977 (I didn't think weird meant punching Denver). Mr. Clubb teaches Windows Programming and Administration at Austin Community College. (I get it. He's a PC and Denver is a Mac, pwnd!) He owns a web consulting business. Wife and 3 kids. Currently finishing religious studies degree at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio. Never leaves the toilet lid up; still married. Grew up in Austin at a house that is currently the frozen food section of the Cedar Park Walmart. Last winning of anything was season passes to Astroworld in Houston 16 years ago. Addicted to coffee, hummus and Dots.

He's thankful that students have a proximal (yes, he said proximal) coffee shop to help them stay awake for his classes. Congratulations to you Kyle Clubb!

Hope you enjoyed finding out about this months winner. Next month could be you (see down below). Meanwhile, I look forward to bumping into you at one of the Kick Butt Coffees.

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"You can't win if you don't play."  Join our VIP Club by simply:

1. Visiting either Kick Butt Coffee.
2. Filling out the short survey at the counter.
3. Handing it to our bartender.
4. Checking your email to see if you won.

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Register to Win $250.00

Register to Win $250.00 worth of gift cards in our monthly drawing. Come into either Kick Butt Coffee starting February 1st, 2010 and fill out our Kick Butt Coffee VIP Insiders Club Card and Short Survey and you will be registered to win $250.00. Drawing will be held March 1st, 2010.

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Who would you treat if you won?

Dear Thomas (Master Gohring) You ask who I would want to treat to Kick Butt Coffee.  It is a pleasure to consider this question:

• I would treat the Dalai Lama to Kick Butt coffee because that much cool on Kick Butt would save the world. 
• Then I would give President Obama a big Americano because it could help him quit smoking and things have got to be stressful for him. 
• Then I would have a BIG party and give Kick Butt to all my friends and then get out the waterhose for a big Spring Break water fight.
• Then I would go to all the crack houses and give them Kick Butt Coffee so they could feel better and get off drugs.  Its mind-altering and its legal!

I feel better just writing to you about it.

Sincerely jazzed,

Claire Lewis, ACC (Cafe AM 4 shots)

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Email me and tell me who you would Treat if you Won: mastergohring@kickbuttcoffee.com

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Music Open Mic

 

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Our Kick Butt Story
Kick Butt Coffee was conceived by Thomas R. Gohring in the wee morning hours of April, 25th, 2007. The day before, while making a deposit at Bank of America, he made a comment to the teller that it was peculiarly slow at the bank. There were no other customers. He gestured that there is usually a long line of...and he made some motions like a zombie when the other teller says, "yeah, there are no coffee shops around here, I wish there were a Starbucks or something close by." The seed was planted.

The fact that there are no coffee shops in the Airport Blvd. corridor, in combination with having a friend, Mary Grabhorn, who worked part time at another local coffee shop contributed to the idea taking root. It has now evolved into community centers where artists, business people and students, from a variety of backgrounds, come together for good coffee and friendly service in positive environment where they can get feedback on their craft. What makes it really Kick Butt? Adding a special menu of beer, wine and coffee drinks with liquor (now a full bar). The idea of comedy came from him traveling in New York City and how the comedy clubs tend to be small venues with many comics in contrast to having a headliner, feature and opener. And, of course, how can you have a Kick Butt Coffee shop in Austin, Texas without some Kick Butt Music, Dance and Poetry events!

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Wednesdays 8pm at Kick Butt Coffee / Thursdays 8pm at Kick Butt Coffee 2

Comedy at Kick Butt Coffee Facebook Fan Page

Our Favorites: Joy Gohring / Darren Carter / Jimmie Roulette

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Hip Hop Shows

Monthly Hip Hop Concert at Kick Butt Coffee on Airport Blvd. by Afton.

 
Staci Russell - Spotlight (4/20/2009 @ Kick Butt Coffee)

All Ages & Bar w/ID
START - 8:00 PM - 2nd Saturday of the Month
at Kick Butt Coffee on Airport Blvd.
ALL DOOR PRICES are $12

 

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Moxie Marketing

Moxie Marketing Classes at Kick Butt Coffee in the Triangle

Moxie Marketing, based in Austin, Texas (a city that's got more moxie than
most places on the planet) helps small businesses and non-profit groups grow with
simple, effective and affordable marketing stuff (what's a "solution" anyway?).

Checkout: http://moxiemarketing.biz/aboutus.aspx

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Gift Cards

Yes, we have gift cards. A great gift idea for your Kick Butt Fan.

And, yes if you need some for a non-profit donation or a fundraiser auction
or something similar then please contact donations@kickbuttcoffee.com.

Own or work in a restaurant? We also would love to do a gift card exchange with you.

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Latest News

Austin Monthly Magazine
Kick Butt Coffee, Java and
Martial arts: the perfect blend
by Lindsey Mullikin

WHILE CHATTING WITH A BANK TELLER about the lack of coffee shops along Airport Boulevard, Thomas Gohring came up with what he thought was a kick-butt idea. Merging his love of martial arts (he also owns Master Gohring's Tai Chi & Kung Fu ) with the community's need for a little pick-me-up, he opened Kick Butt Coffee [February 2008] and then Kick Butt Coffee in The Triangle [July 2009]. Red walls, nunchucks, bamboo and oriental fans illustrate the business' ties to martial arts. The shop, which serves coffee, smoothies, pizza, breakfast frittatas, sandwiches, wine, beer and liquor, has round, cozy booths, a giant plasma screen TV and a Wii gaming system. Amenities at the new 2nd location include a giant projection screen, a swimming pool and a Wii. But Gohring wanted to build more of a nighttime business with a full bar as well. He asked his sister Joy, a stand-up comedian, to help start a weekly open mic night, and Kick Butt Comedy was born. The small coffee shop even opened its stage to over a 100 out-of-town musicians, including John Biz, Aim Low Kid and Christpher Denny, during South by Southwest. Gohring built off that music foundation with a weekly blues dance night , weekly open mic music, monthly Jazz Jam, and monthly belly dancing and drumming as well as regular hip-hop shows and rock concerts. While martial arts, coffee, comedy and music events may seem like random patchwork, it's all tied together with a single thread, Gohring explains. "It kind of boils down to one question that we ask ourselves every step of the way: Is it kick-butt?"

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Pick-up Our New Punch Card Today and Get Punched Everyday

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Rare Austin Magazine
Everybody Was Kung Fu Fighting
by Laura Hensley

Thomas Gohring teaches his Kung Fu and Tai Chi students that energy, like fire, seeks something to burn. Gohring's students harness their energy by kicking, sparring and meditating. Gohring, a sixth-degree black sash master of Kung Fu, burns off his energy in other ways.

The 37-year-old fireball is always seeking his next challenge--whether it is opening his own Kung Fu and Tai Chi school or building his own coffee shop from scratch.

The native Austinite first began Kung Fu when he was 14, and eventually took over mentoring new students in his teachers' classes. He began teaching Kung Fu professionally in his backyard, and opened his own school on Airport Boulevard in 1996.

"Watching Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan movies (as a kid) I thought. 'I want to do that,' " Gohring says, "But after a year or so training, there was some talent noticed in me. Not necessarily for my capabilities in martial arts, but for my capabilities in communicating. I've now learned to call it tuning in to what's going on with someone."

It's that intuitiveness and passion that has set Gohring and his school apart. "He's identified that people learn in different ways," says Mary Grabhorn, an Assistant Instructor at Master Gohring's school. "He has a talent for very politely and concisely making a student feel comfortable."
Gohring says that people seek out Kung Fu and Tai Chi for various reasons. Some enjoy the physical fitness and meditative outlet it provides. Others are admittedly in it for the thrill of learning how to weild nunchucks.

But no matter their motives, Master Gohring's school (which includes four instructors) helps them all, with a special focus on beginners and people with learning difficulties or physical handicaps. Some 200 students, ranging in age from four to 79 years old, choose from 30-plus classes each week. Master Gohring's also has become popular for entire families who learn Kung Fu and Tai Chi together.
"It's not what you get to do. It's what you get to become." Grabhorn says about the process of learning Tai Chi and Kung Fu. "It really adds to people's lives."

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In Other Kick Butt News

Kick Butt Manager Brandy Naszkiewicz on KEYE talking about Peppermint Eggnog Latte
Does Your CEO Know What You’re Doing? Does Everyone?
(Reference Master Gohring in the Comments Section)
"I Love You Call" from Deb and Jason's 101X Morning Show to
the owner of Kick Butt Coffee on Airport Blvd. - Pic from Day Later
Hearing Critics...Staying Focused by Phenix & Phenix Literary Publicists
Kick Butt Coffee Barista Classes Houston Examiner by Cynthia Houchin
From Little Austinite: Kick Butt Coffee 2 kicks Starbucks Little Austinite
Daily Texan: Brewed without benefit, new coffee shops graded by Leigh Patterson
Spoon Full of Sugar / Austin Business Journal /
Bob Apthorpe Review / Star***** Gets Butt Kicked / A-List Best of Austin
Austin Monthly Review / Kung Fu Goes Youtube on Martial Arts Instructors Website
Tai Chi Saves Former Fire Fighter / Where are They Now? Daily Texan Article
My Brother Knows Where All the Austin Bars Are (Review) / Austin 360 Weekend Out
Kick Butt Socially at Kick Butt Coffee Austin360.com Michael Barnes Review
Tai Chi on News8Austin 1 / Tai Chi on News8Austin 2
Kick Butt Coffee on Urban Spoon / Kick Butt Coffee Triangle on Urban Spoon

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Open Mic Poetry

SUNDAYS 7PM at Kick Butt Coffee on Airport Blvd.

Spoken & Heard (Open Mic Poetry)
An Opened Minded - Open Mic Experience
Rules: Bring Words...Make Noise...Bring Yourself...Make Friends
Hosted by Element615

To See Large Promotional Poster for Event: Click Here

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Beer, Wine and Liquor Catering
by Kick Butt Coffee

Consider Kick Butt Coffee for your next event of 200 people to 800 people.

Please Email Me for a quote.

MasterGohring@KickButtCoffee.com

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Blues Dance

FRIDAYS 9PM-1AM at Kick Butt Coffee on Airport Blvd.

Kick Butt Blues is designed to be the Friday night blues dancing experience you don't want to miss. Music, drinks, and an awesome location — the only thing that could make Kick Butt Blues more kick butt is YOU!

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Kick Butt Nunchuck

 

Yes, Kick Butt Coffee is the only coffee shop in the world where you can buy
nunchuck and ninja throwing stars at the counter.

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Are We Liars?

There are many reasons why we think we are the #1 coffee house in Austin but, you know,
we will say anything to get you to come in and give us a shot (or order a shot).
So, don't believe us, take a look at what your friends and neighbors are saying:

KB1

"Love all the live music." - Leslie de la Cueva (Mint Mocha)

"Service and time 'great.' Do what you do.
Owner introduced himself -very cool- thanks your place is great!"
- Deborah Shockley, IHOP Pflugerville (Chai Tea)

"This is 1st and service was fast." - Nicole Moss, TXDPS (Hot Chocolate)

"Service is Amazing. Atmosphere Rocks."
- Susan Shelton, League of Women Voters of TX (Chai Matey)

"Love the live music." - Ferando De la Garza, DPS (Mocha)

"I want free coffee all day just for me. Love the friendly staffers." - Randy Wickus, Self (Coffee)

"You should have poetry night more often. Love the personality and the atmosphere. Made me feel like home. Great first experience!" - Mauricio Pineda, In-Motion-Design (Birthday Cake Frappe)

"Wish you had more food. Love the atmosphere." - Christine Lego, Emergency Services (Latte)

"Smile more if even possible. :-) Very Coooool place!"
- Tammy Clevenger, Lutheran Social Services (Midnight Blue Brew)

"You should have a bigger coffee bar sitting area. It will sit more wonderful people. Love that everyone at Kick Butt is relaxed, happy, fun and friendly." - Cheryl Heard, Cindy's Downtown (White Russian)

"Fix the Wii. What I liked best is that I can work whilst my kid can play wii."
- Jennifer Graham, Austin ISD (White Chocolate Mocha)

"More live music please. Great Servers and Seating."
- Sean Collins, Freescale (White Chocolate Mocha)

"Wish there were live music more often and more "grandpa" chairs. Love the atmosphere and the comfy chairs." - Caitlin Stewart, CPS (Chai Matey)

"Please stock "real sugar" drinks! Dr. Pepper, Coke, etc. Layout could be better in the viewing area. Love the atmosphere and meeting friends here." - Darcy Kuntz, Golden Dawn Trust (Black Coffee)

"Good menu and atmosphere." - Melisande Maquet (first time here)

"Ever thought about having a Poker night? Love the Movies"
- Andrea & Kenley, Musicians (White Russian)

"Love the Atmosphere and the Coffee." - Lori Gaine, HEB (White Chocolate Mocha)

"Friendly employees...especially Brandy!" Tim Howie, Spec's Liquor (Americano)

"Love the people and the atmosphere. I love coming to Austin just to hang out here"
- Raymunda G. Khattak , LuLu's Cafe (Strawberry-Banana Smoothie)

"Would like it to be cheaper, maybe point cards like starbuck, 1/2 price drink specials on different days. Love that Kick Butt is different and it is close to work." - Kyle Clubb, ACC (Latte)

"Wish you had more food. Booze!! Love that it's close to work. Awesome Uniforms Dude!"
- Robyn Filkins, Jerry Artarama (Soy Vanilla Latte)

"No improvements needed, you rock! Good music, good coffee, internet, a nice place to break for the day and the crowd isn't as stuffy as most Austin Coffee Houses."
- Mark Tilton, Try Not to Work (KB 24oz Caramel Latte)

"It's always a kick (har har) to hang at Kick Butt. Keep it Up."
- Skye Downing, Musician (Decaf Mocha w/ Hazelnut Syrup)

"Easy Wi-fi Access." - Richard Billingsley (Regular Cup O' Joe)

"Great Tea. They offer live music." - Felicia Craig, ALG (African Nector Red Tea)

"You could let posters be put up in the window for shows for performing at Kick Butt. Love the unique look and friendly servers." - Michelle Alany, Self-Employed Violin Teacher (Soy Chai)

"You guys do a great job! Keep it up! Love the personalized service and of course the Kick Butt Coffee." - Jonika Neal (Caramel Latte)

"Coffee was great, the music (open mic nite, I think?) was also cool. So far, all I can say is you need to open even closer to here! (620 and Anderson Mill) Keep on kickin it!" - Tattoosue McQueen

"Love your Coffee." - John Luke (All good)

"Your sandwiches could be less expensive. Love the ambiance."
- Shametra McGregon, State (Vanilla Latte)

"It would be great if you could give out free kittens with every 10th purchase. Love the friendly staff, good coffee, decent music, non-corporate feel, your name and logo and access to Austin Chronicle and the Onion." - Ed Morris, TDHCA (Drip Coffee)

"Love that it is close by." - Nancy Ironside (Cappucino)

"It would be great if you sold wooden nunchucks. Love the environment."
- Chris Bagalay, Smith Security (Regular Coffee)

"Love the Ambiance and the Coffee." - Diane McElroy, McElroy Translation (Latte)

"I've been gogin to 'Brand X' (Starbucks) 4-ever and finally stopped in, MIKE took
the time to make me a concoction similar to my usual 'Brand X' drink - and it is Better!"
- Mary Claire Campos, TX RV ASSN. (Mocha w/Peppermint)

"Change Nothin' you already da shit! Staff is Lovely and Courteous."
- Yolanda McRae, YEM Promotions (Pietra Santa Zinfandel)

"Hip Hop shows are good!" - Ralph Gunter Jr., Vic Gun Enterprises (Rum & Coke)

"Wouldn't Change a Thing! :-) This Place F***in' Rules!!!"
- Brian R. Everett, Goodwill Ind. of Central TX (Caramel Macchiato On Ice)

"Unique, Lively, yet Relaxing. Great Drinks!! Great Pastries!! Love the Chuck Norris Facts!!"
- Ken Rader, Total Door (Chocolate Frapps)

"Where is the Wii? Love the atmosphere."
- Joseph A. Hernandez, Austin Energy (White Chocolate Razbertini)

"I think you should sell Master Gohring action figures.
Love Denver...he is my favorite." - Haley Forsyth, New Testament Productions (Noodles)

"Can't think of anything you could improve on...maybe some more healthful snacks and deli items. I do like the chubby-hug vegan noodles! Love how friendly the employees are. Also, good prices. I often come from work for a late afternoon coffee." - Julie Krummel, Austin Community College (I like the brownies with a black coffee)

"You should open a store west of 360 :-) on Bee Caves or off 620. Love the atmosphere, music! the people who work here, the kickin' chicken and the green tea. I'd like to get back into Tae Kwon Do or some sort of martial arts." - Jen Holzhammer, UT @ Austin (High Mountain Green Tea)

"Nice Atmo!" - Sammi Frye, Espire Learning (Americano)

"No change required. Y'all are perfect. What I like best is the theme and atmosphere
plus the coffee is the bomb." - Eric Shipman, IKON (Mint Mocha)

"Crowd time can be a little to long of a wait. People genuinely nice and attentive - never had a
smart 'a' response." - Vickey Rader, Independent Consultant Arbonne (Caramel Machiatto)

"I think the brewed coffee could be better. Love the Stephen Chow movies."
-Angelica Catero (Espresso is my favorite)

"My favorite thing is listening to the live music on open mic night, Thursdays."
- Erica Sterling, Student (White Chocolate Mocha)

"The only coffee shop that isn't pretencious."
- Katrina Muir, Half-Price Books (Soy Latte)

"I like the atmosphere and decor the best."
- Abe D. Hernandez, Austin Turning Point (White Chocolate Mocha)

"I like the to go cup lids, the cool sign, and the customer service."
- Alonso Cervantes, Evolution Graphics (Vanilla Latte)

Love the coffee, the baristas and the Live Music." - Amy Hercek, DPS (Mint Mocha)

"I love the lucky cat." - Andi, AISD (Luckycat!)

"Kick Butt Coffee, Neat Concept " - Anneliese Strunk (Caramel Latte)

"I like the Music, Movies, Drinks." - Barry Welch, Ross Recordings (Caffe Latte)

"I'm very happy, Chuck Norris and coffee, Kick Butt!" - Brian Melancon (Caffe Mocha)

" It's just a Cool (underlined twice) place to be!!!"
- Brian R Everett, Goodwill Industries of Central TX (Caramel macchiato on ice)

" Very Friendly Staff" - Charlene Wilson, DCI Plasma (White Chocolate Mocha)

"I like the cool atmosphere, people (employees) and selection."
- Chris King, DCI Biologicals Austin, LLC (Lg. Van. Non Fat Latte)

" You are perfect to me.  Love the Smell, the Flavor, the Quality, the Cool Martial Arts Videos and of course the Barristas" - Claire Lewis, ACC (Americano with 4 shots)

"Love the Blues Dance, and the employees: Dancing, Anna,
Brandy, Miriam, Theron, Franchesca, Ben, Denver..."
- Clint Zehner, ZWolf (Iced Vanilla Latte)

"I like the strong Wi-fi signal." - Corey Taber, III Coaching, LLC (Drip of the day)

"You guys are awesome, great coffee, nice people,
live music and poetry, love it!" - Destiny Buesking (Iced Mocha)

"I love the atmosphere and baristas. I also love that I can catch a good movie, shoot
the breeze and relax all in one place close to my apt. Best of all, no young ones. Love
the poetry nights" - Mieca Johnson (High Mountain Green Tea and Pizza My Way)

"Love the personality & attitude and the tops on the togo cups."
- Erin Sheppard, Austin Baby & Austin Diaper Service (Everything)

"Like the Ambiance the Best." - Esmeralda Villegas, HCA (3 shot regular nonfat latte)

"What I like the best is the Friendly Service, the Location, the Comfortable booths,
your place is Clean, has Good Coffee and the fact that you are a local business
with your own personality(not starbucks)." - Jolie Muren (Blonde)

"You rock, keep doing what you do.  The coffee! Yum!!!"
- Julia Balinsky, Self-Employed Message Therapist (Brewed coffee)

"I like the unique atmosphere."
- Josh Mercer, Oceaneering Int'l and Singer-Songwriter (Mint Mocha)

"Pretty awesome already. Love the decorations and cool events."
- Juan F Lopez, Policy Studies Inc (Choc-Peanut Butter Frappe)

" I like that there is a Wii to play, and sometimes live music. I like how during SXSW
there are a lot of bands playing here." - Heather Lopez, Photo Texas (Mint Mocha)

"The whole experience is awesome."
- Kendra Kalbas, Northwest Montissorri (Chai)

"You guys made our day! (Although your cashier may need some free coffee.) We love Everything!"
- Krystal and Bill Donagney, C.O.R.E. Traumatic Brain Injury Rehab (Reg. Coffee)

"Everything is Great, Service is the best."
- Laura Kirby, Sherlocks (Chai Matey)

"Love that the Staff is Friendly!"
- Luisa Leal, Austin Regional Clinic (Caffe Latte)

"Change Nothing! (underlined 3 times), Love the Chuck Norris Poster."
- Lauren Matesic, Self-Employed (Mint Mocha)

"It's the Best place in town. Atmosphere - Service." - Luke Cutchen, Music Makers (Coffee)

"Make more Kickin' Chicken Sandwiches...Poetry Sunday Nights is my favorite & all
the lovely poets & the wonderful baristas that work so hard to take care of us!"
- Lee Le Teff, Retired Military (Kickin' Chicken Sandwhiches)

"Change nothing, you' re awesome. Like the atmosphere, its inviting, and the relaxing employees are very nice." - Leslie Vera, Dell (Hot chocolate)

"The Staff is Friendly!" - Luisa Leal, Austin Regional Clinic (Caffe Latte)

"Great Coffee, Even Better Service."
- Meg Wigington, Home Away from Home (White chocolate mocha)

"Everything is Great  -  Great Coffee!" - Melissa Bauer (Peanut Butter Frap)

"Wish there were more ninja puns. Love the background movies and bad jokes."
- Merideth Chaffin, Hoovers (Hot Coffee)

"The setting of the place and the customer service I received when I enter. I could sit and
read my bible study lesson and have a coffee and roll, and I'm a coffee drinker."
- Ms. Shirley White, Churches Chicken and Girlings Health Care (Coffee)

"I love that there is live music and the coffee is great!"
- Robin Norfolk, Outreach Health (Coffee)

"Great Employees!" - Roxanne White, UPS (Soy Chai Tea Latte)

"The staff are super friendly and cool :-)" - Rozanne Combs (Chocolate Brownies and Espresso)
"Love the People, employees and ambiance." - Ruthie Robinson (White Chocolate Mocha)
"Everything is Great! Love the Friendly Staff." - Shannon Ferguson (KB 24oz Caramel Macchiato!)
"Cool Vibe, Cool Peeps" - Tamo Sein, 101X (Non Fat Latte)

"Love the Theme, Love the Blues On Friday, Love the Baristas!"
- Michael Thomas, Capital City Paint & Restore (Chocolate Martini)

"Love the atmosphere."
- Trinity Antons (Frapps)

"Ambiance was nice. I really love the booths. "
- Wanda Montemayor (Skim Latte)

"I have been to your location twice and both times have been enjoyable. The wait staff are very friendly and accommodating and the tea/pastries were wonderful. You serve the best croissants that I have ever had." - Yvette Brown, Grad Student at UT (Chai Tea)

"You Cool.  -  The coffee is the best! (and Anna)"
- William Koger, TX Army Guard (Black Eye Kick Butt Mocha)

"Change Nothing! KBC rocks!! :) Awesome baristas; great entertainment; lots of stuff going on."
- Nancy Helton, University of Texas at Austin (Caramel Mocha Kick)

"Don't become a Starbucks -  Nice staff, Excellent Coffee."
- Todd Warren, Ricoh & HR Block (Regular Jo)

"Love the Open Mic on Thursdays" - Takirih Fry, Subway (Mocha Martini)

"Cool sign! The environent is welcoming. Love the added offerings of live
music, dancing and artists and the genuinely friendly staff members."
- Shari Moe, Child Inc (Love All ... sometimes lean toward the Chai Latte)

"The Baristas kick butt! blues night is great!"
- Zarina Saidova, Telefund (Caffe Mocha; Kill the Wabbit)

"Super!" - Millie Hayes, US Department of Transportation (the smoothies)

" I love the open mics and live performers. Great space for great words."
- Tova Charles, Alfred Angelo Bridal (Strawberry/Mango Smoothies)

"I like the atmosphere and the music. It's very laod back. I would definately come here to study. Also, your latte is way better than Starbucks!!! I found a new coffee shop to go to!"
- Letticia, Student (Mocha Latte)

"Friendly Folks and Good Food." - Jillian Newman (Chai)

"Like that is homey and convenient." - Clarissa M. Davie, State of Texas (Peach Smoothie)

KB2

"Coffee is way better than Starbucks aka Fivebucks."
- Ben Steckbeck, Teton Austin (Mocha Frapp with 2 shots)

"You should have sandwiches. Love that it is close to my office." - Al Armstrong., TX Dads (Bread)

"You should have less weapons on the wall. They are disterbing to personal Chi."
- Nora E. Hernandez, Family Vision of ATX

"Love friendliness and informality." - Beth Dennis, State of Texas (Soy Cappucino)

"Wouldn't change a thing. Love the fun atmosphere, cool lids (I like how you can open and close the "drink hole" and helpful staff. - Ersula Hernandez, PDAsecnt (Chai Latte)

"Frankie is very sweet when I come in @ night. I like that there is allways live music.
- Janice Woods, Hospice Austin (Iced Soy Latte)

"Love the location." - Tim Blanz, IBM (Iced Latte)

"You should have martial arts demos. Love the Movies."
- William C. Minley, City of Austin (High Mountain Green Tea)

"More Chuck Norris. Kick Butt Coffee is fun as shit."
- Ann Murphy, Capelli Salon (Decaf Americano)

"Nice Atmosphere. Nice Employees."
- Nicholas Garza, Tips Iron Steel Co. (Latte)

"Love the people working there."
- Leanne Bilnoski (frappes)

"Make the rain stop! and the sun shine. Love the Bocce Ball!"
- Melody Robins, Account Control Tech (Chai Tea Latte)

"Love the Comfortable Environment." - Aly Lopez (Hot Chocolate)

"I like there is always awesome movies on like the Karate Kid."
- Sally Nicely, Keller Williams Realty (Mint Mocha)

"Play the Karate Movie, 'Black Belt.' It's so good with traditional Shotakan Karate. Kick Butt Coffee's Kung Fu decor is cool. The Iced Coffee is delicious." - Abel Rosas, How do you roll? (Americano)

"So far, all looks and tastes good. You have the freshest tasting coffee."
- Claire Dasse, Homemaker (Americano)

"I miss the movie nights. Love the slick aesthtic. Om Nom." - Laura Pàuila, Student (Mocha)

"Love that there is a lot of outdoor seating." - Laura Utt, Student (Vanilla Latte)

"The service and quality of drinks is always exceptional. Very friendly service and always a good drink." - Lauren Anderson (Regular Coffee w/sugar free hazelnut syrup)

"More free stuff please. Love the attitude of Kick Butt and the Drinks." - Colin Higgins, freelance videographer (Chocolate Peanut Buttter Frappe)

"Love that there are so many power outlets. Friendly service and tasty coffee."
- Mike Newhouse-Bailey, UT (White Chocolate Scone)

"Wish you had Cake. Love that it's well-lit, in a good location and that it says, 'Pool' on the back door." - Lindsay Breithaupt, St. David's Medical Center (Chai Latte)

"On the Vanilla frappes, add a bit more flavor to balance the overwhelming espresso. I love the atmosphere. It has an inspiring ambiance that allows you to mellow out and become an open window for creativity." - Liz Moore, Student (Chocolate-Peanut Butter Frappe)

"I like the atmosphere, good service, Kick-Butt Coffee!"
- Natalie Durkin, Message Therapist (Non-Fat Latte with or without flavor)

"I think your cafe is awesome. Fun interior, great coffee, awesome barista!"
- Roanna Flowers, UT Austin, McCombs School (Sugar free decaf hazelnut)

"Chuck Norris." - John O'Brien, UT (Coffee)

"I've just started going to the Triangle location. Maria is great by the way! I like that it is "easy". There is no attitude behind the counter like at other local coffee shops. It makes for an uncomfortable experience." - Evelyn Escamilla, Avocado Street Design (White Mocha Latte)

"Change nothing. Like the price and the throwing stars the best."
- Neil Sarver, Apple (Americano)

"What you could do better is to have ninja's
attack you at the door. Love the coffee and music, though."
- Thomas Fuller, Travis County Parks (Regular Coffee)

"Love the coffee and the people. That you guys are always so happy and nice. It helps, especially on Mondays, Thanks." - Rocio Salazar, JPMorgan Chase (Vanilla Latte)

"You need more food selection, yogurt etc. Love the staff."
- Alysha Hernandez, Self-Employed (Iced Coffee)

"My first time here was very impressive. The staff is excellent in terms of making me feel welcome. The latte is one of the best ever. The atmosphere is also very fun. I have found my new favorite place."
- James Frinzi, Volver (Latte)

"Love the atomsphere, music, and bartenders!" - Tiffany Knight, UT (Espresso Martini)

"Love the Coffee and the People that work there." - Terry Burgess, CMT (Non-Fat Half Caf Latte)

"The volume in the bathrooms (for the TVs) could be higher. HA HA HA!!! The customer service is supurbalicious. Please give my winnings to the wait staff, for their great work."
- Trevor A. Leathers, Maintech (All the coffee is good)

"The employees are super nice and it is locally owned." - Natalie Velarde (Coffee Frap)

"Love Maria's sensual voice and fun personality. Into the Jazz group on Tuesdays.
Checked out open mic comedy tonight. Can't wait to win $250 in gift cards. Yay!"
- Emil J Ottis, HEB Grocery (Still Experimenting)

"You should invite Chuck Norris to stop by and kick butt (as if y'all hadn't thought of that!)
- Jason Nicks, The Gap (African Nector Tea)

"Love the People, the Drinks, the Poetry, Everything!"
- Tracy Gentry, Peak Performers (Soy Chai Latte)

"The Coffee, scones and the kids behindthe counter - service!"
- Peggy, Texas State Government (Apple Scone)

"I like feeling like I can KICK BUTT when I walk outta her with my beverage!"
- Kendel Quinn, US Census (Vanilla or Caramel Latte)

"Y'all have definitely stirred things up in the local coffee scene!"
- Lynn Neillie, Executive Director, Aqua-Tots (Pumpkin Latte)

"You are awesome. Cool name, logo and outfits. Like that live music was playing."
- Amy Cone, ACC and Self-Employed Massage Therapist (Mocha)

"It's all good. Just don't leave the triangle. Coffee Quality way better than starbucks.
Nice staff, good vibes and ambiance. Love the martial arts flicks."
- Alex McAlmon (Cappaccino and KB Iced Latte)

"I like the quiet atmosphere and helpful staff the best."
- Andrea Gonzalez, Texas Board of Nursing (Mocha)

"Quiet place to read." - Ashley Smith, Communities in School (Soy Mocha)

"Love hanging out w/ Laptop." - Ben Woodard, Red Hat (Coffee)

"The barista Jonathan, was affable, lovely and well-versed in coffee, thanks!"
- Christina Moxie, Self-Employed (Coffee)

"As soon as I walked in, I knew it would be a chill atmosphere. I love that
there's a full bar (wine:) ) & a stage ... I will be back! (underlined 4 times),
Maria was so helpful & extremely nice! (underlined 3 times)"
- Candie French, Yoga Groove (1st time here, trying a Vanilla Frapp)

"Like best the knowledge that your employees have about coffee drinks."
- Connie Dasse, Homemaker (Any of your coffee drinks)

"Change Nothing! :) Friendly staff, strong coffee."
- Donna Capato, Birds Barbershop (Iced Soy Latte)

"The Coffee is good and its not starbucks."
- Jennifer Carey, Firebowl Cafe (Sweet Dream)

"Friendly, fun employees and great atmosphere."
- Erin Fleming, Austin Childrens Theater (Mocha)

"My server was really helpful and professonal. He made me a bad ass (AKA Kick Butt) Mocha Martini. His name was Denver, I think. Good customer service. Thanks!! The bathroom is cool too. :)"
- Carrie Back, Foundation Communities (Vanilla Latte)

"Friendly." - Janie, Orthopedic Specialist (Mocha)

"Love it!! Great atmosphere, awesome people, fun events , great selection of coffee & booze."
- Jay Reynolds, Scoring Solutions Austin (Chai Latte!)

 "I like the overall ambiance and comfort. The baristas are nice and helpful and the baked
items are fresh.  -  Kaushlesh Biyani, Electric Reliability Council of Texas (Cafe Mocha)

"I love the drinks! I come lmost every day and love the punch cards."
- Jessica (Vanilla Frappes)

"Love the chilled and laid back ennvironment."
- Krystal Wigheld, North By Northwest (White Choc. Mocha)

"Love the martial atmosphere & movies!"
- Lena Brewster, American Income Life (Caramel Macchiato)

" My favorite drink is your Kick Butt Mocha drink---------yuuuuuummmmmmyyy!!!!  -  Favorite.
I don't even have any constructive criticism for you, as I find myself comfortable and well
taken care of by happy people whenever I come to Kick Butt.  -  Better Keep up the great
work, and thank you for all you do." - Linda Corley

"Love the service & atmosphere." - Micheal Waits, MainTech (Vanilla Latte)

"Get more weapons for the wall. Love the Kick Butt service with an awesome "Keep Austin Weird" feel.  I really feel like it's a local business that I'm supporting when I walk in the door."
- Rob Miller, Health and Human Services Commission (Carmel Latte)

"Change Nothing! Atmosphere, service is friendly."
- Natalie Rulong, International Studies Abroad (Latte)

"Perfect as is! Love the movies / music / alcohol!"
- Sarah Mark, Runtex (Coffee w/ toffee syrup)

"The staff are friendly and always remember us...of course we are here almost every day."
- Talena Martinez, ACT (Latte)

"Great Stuff  -  Great Folks."
- Terry Burgess, Consolidated Metal Tech (Latte)

"Love the music events!!! and the awesome staff."
- Therese, bee sting sessions. (Tea)

"Maria & the cool Movies like 'Inglorious Bastards' 'Soldier Man' Etc."
- Todd Wolfson, Self Employed (Whole Milk Latte)

"It's a quiet place I can go during the day to get some work done."
- Tom Cochran, Apartment Experts (Hot tea, also beer)

"Love the comedy. Love the coffee."
- Trent Gillaspie, Deloitte Consulting (Chai Latte)

"I am a tea drinker, and was really impressed with the High Mountain tea. It was
awesome. I am always looking for interesting teas around town, and now you guys
will be on my radar. I actually have a tea group called Austin Tea Geeks. I
appreciated the fact that the music was not too loud during the day. I am
often taking client class and quiet coffee shops are hard to find. I liked lots of
seating and outlets as well." - Sumina Bhatti, Keller Williams (High Mountain Green Tea)

"Great-tasting product." - Whitney Gallagher

"Don't Change Nada. Love the Red Walls, TV in the Bathroom and the Uniforms!"
- Sarah Mitchell (Chai Latte)

"I love the atmosphere and the staff. It's always a really chill place and everyone's really nice."
- Chris Grunow, AMP Models (White Chocolate Mocha)

"Love how friendly everyone is as wll as open mic night. Everyone here is super polite and I always (underlined twice) have tons of fun."
- Brittney N. Wheeler, Austin Model Photographer (Mint Mocha)

"It's conveniently located downstairs. Your coffee is great quality. Your staff is comprised of great and friendly people. You support local arts, and you're local yourself. All good things.
- Martin Woldman, Student at ACC (Coffee with Espresso)

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Jazz Jam

Monthly Jazz Jam First Tuesday Night of the month
at Kick Butt Coffee on Airport Blvd. hosted by PAUL KLEMPERER.

 

From November 18, 2009 Jazz Jam at Kick Butt Coffee on Airport Blvd in Austin, Texas.
Features Ulrican Williams (trombone) and Austin Kimble (piano).

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Belly Dancing and Drumming

The last Saturday Night of the Month at 7pm at our
location on Airport Blvd. is our Belly Dancing night hosted by Z-Helene

Pic from slayerbarbie's blog February 9th, 2009 Belly Dancing event
at Kick Butt Coffee in Austin, Texas.

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Dirty Chai

A spicy, naughty beverage sure to make your toes tingle

My dirty, dirty chai. It's my coffee shop drink of choice and I dropped
an average of $8.00 a day on this ferocious habit before opening my
own coffee shops. Hot chai tea with a shot of espresso. It's the ying
and yang of yummy, spicy latte hotness with a kick to keep me from
slumping in my chair all day.

Joy Gohring (my sister) Enjoying a Dirty Chai at Kick Butt

It's not just the caffiene -- the espresso really lends to/intensifies
the earthy flavors of the chai. It's a perfect winter drink. Why am
I emailing you about this? Because we sold a record number of Soy
Chai Lattes last week. I think an extra Kick is something you should
try that the next time you order our Chai.

Don't confuse Chai Tea with Tai Chi. Here is an amazing 10 year old
"Master" demonstrating Tai Chi for your clarification.

PS. A dirty chai includes one shot but you can ask for more.
I AM SO CONFIDENT THAT YOU'LL LOVE IT THAT IF YOU DON'T I WILL
BUY YOUR NEXT DRINK. (Just return it with the unused portion and we
will make you any other drink of your choice.)  

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Uncle Bob

Get your picture or video with Uncle Bob.

T from Bee-Sting Sessions, Uncle Bob and Maggie Burt (Hosting Open Mic Thurs.)

Seems like everyone is getting into Tai Chi and Kung fu these days. It is keeping Master Gohring pretty busy so he is getting some help from Uncle Bob. While Uncle Bob is visiting from Gohring's Tai Chi School he will be keeping an eye on Kick Butt Coffee. Uncle Bob has been needing a break from the beating he has been getting anyways. Uncle Bob thnks, Kick Butt Coffee would be a nice change of pace for him.

If you didn't know. Uncle Bob is the Kick Butt Kid's Tai Chi, Kung Fu, Jujitsu and MMA teacher from way back in the day. That is why Master Gohring likes him so much. The Kick Butt Kid, of course, is pictured in our logo. Uncle Bob was happy to see so many people at Kick Butt Coffee. He is making new friends and getting new fans. Uncle Bob keeps telling Master Gohring to get rid of the pop up on this page but Master Gohring just won't listen. Uncle Bob has asked us to tell you that he is now available to you for pictures and to take youtube videos. (He will even let you hit him on Youtube.) But you might prefer simply following him on twitter here. Becoming a fan of his is what you can do on Facebook here. He can't wait to meet you. Visit him at Kick Butt Coffee on Airport Blvd.

 
First Uncle Bob Video with Brandy

Uncle Bob is also taking over Master Gohring's Online Martial Arts Store.
You won't believe the name, Products Out the Yin-Yang. So look for Uncle Bob
there soon. Want to buy your own Body Opponent Bag?: Click Here

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Our Store at 5775 Airport Blvd. - Virtual Tour

Kick Butt Coffee is a local Austin company with two locations owned by Thomas R. Gohring, a local native. We are a big supporter of everything Kick Butt, especially the Central Texas creative culture. If you know of an area that needs us, please let us know (mastergohring@kickbuttcoffee.com). If you know of someone looking for investment opportunities please also have them contact us. Look forward to seeing you next time at Kick Butt Coffee or Kick Butt Coffee 2.

Also wanted to thank my sister Joy Gohring who is my biggest fan. Thank you Joy. You Kick Butt!

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Ed McMahon Check, What?

Are you over 25 years old? You will need to be to know what an Ed McMahon check is. The late Ed McMahon was the co-host of the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson.

"HeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrreeeeesssssssJOHNY"...ring a bell?

McMahon also headed up the prize patrol. Showing up with life-sized checks was what he is best known for. We awarded our first "Ed McMahon" this past week (02/08) to Brenna Olson. Check it out:

Brenna Olson (Winner!), Thomas (Master Gohring), Brandy (KBC Manager)

Photo by Amanda Elmore

Brenna is a Virgo. Her favorite drink is Kick Butt Iced Mochas. She is addicted to stand-up comedy and goes to Cap City Comedy Club every Saturday. She loves being outside. (I think it is because her parents put outside all the time as a child.) She also loves hiking, especially where there is sun and water - who doesn't and I wish I was there. She works in insurance but her favorite place she wishes to be right now would be on a beach. You don't know who Django and Keiya are; they are her two cats. Photography and charcoal drawings are her hobbies. She stumbled into to Kick Butt Coffee, literally because she is accident prone. Her BFF Emily came with her but didn't fill out a VIP contest card to win $250 worth of gift cards. Can you believe what Emily said, "no one ever wins those things." Brenna, being the smarter of the two, filled one out. ;-) Brenna has never won anything before in her life but something told her this time would be different. Anyways, she is the curious type and wonders what kind of emails Kick Butt Coffee would be sending her. Brenna was excited to learn that we have open mic comedy every Wednesday at 8pm at our Airport Blvd. location (Thursdays at 8pm in the Triangle). Look for her, maybe she will "buy" you a drink.

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Wednesdays 8pm at Kick Butt Coffee / Thursdays 8pm at Kick Butt Coffee 2

Comedy at Kick Butt Coffee Facebook Fan Page

Our Favorites: Joy Gohring / Darren Carter / Jimmie Roulette

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"I could see myself having fun."

Franchesca and Theron

Do you dream of a job with a flexible schedule, fun co-workers, a healthy environment, and a product you can be proud of? Then Kick Butt Coffee may be the perfect place for you!

Want to know more? Here's what some of the employees at Kick Butt Coffee have to say:

"The thing I enjoy the most about working at Kick Butt is interacting with the customers. I love when customers come in and don't know what they want because then I get to suggest one of my favorite
drinks and watch their faces light up when they try it. I took the job at Kick Butt because the people and atmosphere are great, and because the location was so convenient." -- Jonathan H.

"What I like most is that it's locally owned and that the managers and owners are kind and respectful. I also like that only one person works a shift at a time (usually). I applied because I was a customer who enjoyed it. It seemed like a fun place to work. I took the position because I really liked everyone who worked here and knew Kick Butt Coffee was selling good products." -- Ryan B.

"Love the people I meet and the different bands and events that go on. I always really like the people I work with..THEY ARE AWESOME!!!!! Brandy is a sweetheart and the other employees are cool and the vibe is nice and I could see myself having fun and serving people with smiles and coffee. I took this job because I can go to school and be at home with my son when needed." -- Franchesca S.

If this sounds like what you're looking for, come in to Kick Butt Coffee at 5775 Airport Blvd. and fill out an application. Please also bring your resume and any references.

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Frappe-Faux Pas

Photo by Amanda Elmore

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