Coffee claimed to be made from seeds found in cat droppings has become a delicacy in Indonesia.
Makers claim they gather undigested seeds from ripe coffee cherries, that have passed through the stomachs of civet cats and use them to make the drink.
It has been suggested enzymes in the animal's stomach break down the proteins in the seeds and give them a bitter taste that enhances the flavour. The cats are not kept as domestic pets, so the makers claim they have to search for the droppings, making the resulting coffee rare and expensive. Full Story - Soda Club - Home soda makers
Makers claim they gather undigested seeds from ripe coffee cherries, that have passed through the stomachs of civet cats and use them to make the drink.
It has been suggested enzymes in the animal's stomach break down the proteins in the seeds and give them a bitter taste that enhances the flavour. The cats are not kept as domestic pets, so the makers claim they have to search for the droppings, making the resulting coffee rare and expensive. Full Story - Soda Club - Home soda makers
