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Coffee is an art — and it’s more than visual If you check out the specials board at Isaac’s or IKE Box, you’ll often see flavors more complex than the usual pumpkin spice latte or peppermint mocha. Lattes labeled cherry blossom, brown sugar bourbon, cardamom orange or rosemary citrus might make you initially raise an eyebrow. But the adventurous folks who try these drinks often find a unique new flavor that they can’t live without. You can thank Kyle Layton for these special syrups. His talent for “consumable art” — coupled with his friendly personality and desire to connect with people — means that Salem has its own selection of hand-crafted, gourmet coffee flavors that might make other cities jealous. Kyle’s recipe ideas come from his creative thoughtfulness about the world around him. His home whiskey collection, springtime in the Cherry City, and a cocktail he tried at a local bar are among the things that have inspired him. But the refinement of Kyle’s ideas comes from his willingness to incorporate the tastes of his customers. “I’ve learned it’s impossible to have a drink that everyone will like, but I definitely want people’s feedback to help make it better,” Kyle said.
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