KISSA Blend

by Lilo

Kissa—the classic Japanese coffeehouse style. There’s something truly special about savoring a cup of coffee in a space that has quietly matured over decades. Inspired by the mellow coffee time spent in a kissaten, this blend offers an elegant and floral aroma, paired with a rich, jam-like sweetness. It’s the kind of coffee you’ll want to enjoy slowly, forgetting the rush of time.   【Cupping Comment】  ① Gentle, gradually spreading flavors of grape and blackcurrant. ② A sweetness reminiscent of biting into cranberries and blueberries together. ③ A velvety texture of raw honey, the sweetness of maple syrup, and a lingering aroma of toasted walnuts.   【from Blender】 In classic Japanese kissaten (coffeehouses), it was common to serve blends with a restrained, well-balanced flavor profile. For this blend, I aimed to carry on the nostalgic charm unique to kissaten while beautifully overturning the traditional image through flavor. By using two different roast profiles of Ethiopian beans—know