Mindanao Fun 101 July. 2015 | Page 76

SIP a cup of such rarity, a blend acclaimed the world over. 54 CIVET COFFEE What is it Beans are picked from droppings of the Philippine civet that eats the ripest coffee cherries whole. Yes, it takes two full cycles of nature before a harvest can be done. What’s in a name The coffee is named after the local wild animal scientifically called Paradoxorus philippinensis. Season to savor Available all year round. Best place to buy/enjoy Mt. Apo Civet Coffee at Riverfront, Corporate City, Diversion Highway, Ma-a District. Local coffee shops in Davao City. How much 100g-bottle of Blue Label Civet Coffee Peaberry Beans: Php1,800 100g-bottle of Black Label Civet Coffee Peaberry Beans: Php1,000 100g-bottle of Civet Ground Coffee: Php1,000 76  MINDANAO FUN 101   FOOD & FR UITS  77