Transform Your Home into a Tokyo Kissaten (with Our New Coffee) 🏡

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Transform Your Home into a Tokyo Kissaten (with Our New Coffee) 🏡

Remember that feeling of escaping into a quiet corner of a Tokyo Kissaten? The aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the clinking of delicate china, the hushed conversations... Now you can recreate that magic in your own home with our Limited Release Kissaten Style Roast.

Inspired by our travels through Japan and the serene beauty of traditional coffee houses like Cafe De L'ambre, this limited edition coffee invites you to slow down, savor the moment, and embrace the art of coffee brewing.

Unlock the Kissaten Experience:

To truly immerse yourself in the Kissaten ambiance:

Brew with intention: Follow our Kissaten-inspired brewing guides below, treating each step with care and precision.
Elevate your serveware: Dust off your finest china – delicate teacups and saucers add a touch of elegance.
Indulge in sweet delights: Pair your coffee with delectable pastries. Think delicate mochi, fluffy castella cake, or even a simple butter cookie.
Set the mood: Soft lighting, a calming playlist, and a cozy nook complete the transformation.

About the coffee:

Colombia Tablon Single Origin

Roast: Medium Dark - Kissaten Inspired Roast

Origin: Narino, Colombia

Producer: Cofinet

Process: Washed

Altitude: 1,800-2,100 m.a.s.l

Notes: Orange, Chocolate, Nutmeg - Super Smooth and smoky.

Embrace the Ritual:

Ready to recreate the Kissaten experience at home? Here are the brewing methods to guide your journey:

1. V60 Osmotic Flow (for the contemplative soul): We use Cafec's Osmotic flow filter paper for this.

Ratio: 20g coarse ground coffee to 300g water
Temp: 85°C
How-to:
- Gently pour 50g, aiming for the heart of the coffee bed.
- At 45 seconds, pulse pour to 150g. Witness the "bubble dome" rise – a sign of a perfect bloom.
- At 2 minutes, softly pour in circles until you reach 300g.
Total time: Around 3 mins 30 secs.
Optional: Add a dash of cream, sugar or both.

2. Ristretto (for the coffee & milk connoisseur):

Ratio: 20g espresso ground coffee to 20-22g water
Extraction time: 20-25 seconds
Temp: 85°C
Ideal for: That comforting 8oz cup, filled to the brim with your favorite milk.

3. NEL Dripper (for the curious explorer):

Ratio: 20g coarse ground coffee to 300g water
Temp: Just off the boil
How-to:
- Bloom with 50g water for 45 seconds.
- VERRRY Slowly pour in pulses to 150g in small circles, ensuring every coffee ground is lovingly saturated.
- At 1 minute 30 seconds, VERRRRY Slowly continue to continuously to pulse pour to 300g.
Total time: Around 3mins 30secs.
Optional: Add a dash of cream, sugar or both.

A Homage to Heritage and Nostalgia:

Just like Cafe De L'ambre Kissaten preserves the traditions of Japanese coffee culture, we're committed to bringing you an authentic and exceptional coffee experience.

Ready to escape to Tokyo, one sip at a time? Grab a bag and embark on your coffee adventure.