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Scenes and Recipes from Stumptown Coffee's Duane Sorenson's Brunch Party

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When Stumptown's Duane Sorenson isn't running the hippest coffee company in America, he's Portland's most popular host—throwing a laid-back brunch with family, friends, and, yes, really good brew. Check out photos from his party above.

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    Coffee guru Duane Sorenson of Stumptown Coffee inspects the beans before brewing the perfect cup.

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    Sorenson uses the pour-over method, naturally.

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    Ah, yes. Sorenson approves.

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    Guests lounge in the living room.

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    Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Frittata

    The frittata will be easier to remove from the skillet if it sits for a few minutes—the top will deflate and the edges will pull away from the pan.

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    Sorenson with his collection of vintage Harley-Davidson gear and whiskey.

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    Dark Moon

    Sorenson uses locally made House Spirits coffee liqueur, made with Stumptown beans, in this cold-brew cocktail. It’s delicious, but hard to find outside of Oregon. In its place, use any other coffee liqueur.

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    The raw bar.

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    Chocolate-Cinnamon Coffee Cake

    If you like, serve this chocolate-cinnamon recipe with whipped cream or an extra dollop of yogurt—or, of course, a cup of coffee.

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    Bloody Beers

    This Bloody Mary–meets-Michelada beer cocktail is gives so much, and asks for so little in return.

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