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Coffee with a conscience
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Glossary
KirschA clear brandy distilled from cherries, believed to have originated in the Black Forest region of Germany. Also known as cherry water and often used in chocolate desserts.

conversion table
½ t = 2 ml
1 t = 5 ml
1 T = 15 ml
½ cup = 125 ml
1 cup = 250 ml
Fahrenheit - Celsius
Subtract 32, then multiply by 0.56
Celsius - Fahrenheit
Multiply by 1.8, then add 32