JohnCenaFan28
03-10-2009, 12:12 AM
A coffee taster for Costa has had his tongue insured for £10 million.
Gennaro Pelliccia, 34, tests every batch of raw beans before they leave the firm's roastery, reports The Sun.
The company says the Italian Master of Coffee, who has 18 years experience, has already proved his worth.
Costa's cappuccino is the favourite for seven in ten Brits ahead of Caffè Nero and Starbucks.
Gennaro said: "My tastebuds and sensory skills are crucial."
A spokesman for Glencairn, who insured Gennaro's tongue at Lloyd's of London, said: "This is one of the biggest single insurance policies taken out for one person.
"But his taste buds are as important as the vocal cords of a singer."
-Nova
Gennaro Pelliccia, 34, tests every batch of raw beans before they leave the firm's roastery, reports The Sun.
The company says the Italian Master of Coffee, who has 18 years experience, has already proved his worth.
Costa's cappuccino is the favourite for seven in ten Brits ahead of Caffè Nero and Starbucks.
Gennaro said: "My tastebuds and sensory skills are crucial."
A spokesman for Glencairn, who insured Gennaro's tongue at Lloyd's of London, said: "This is one of the biggest single insurance policies taken out for one person.
"But his taste buds are as important as the vocal cords of a singer."
-Nova