In the minimalist tasting room at in Tokyo¡¯s Sumida Ward, my host leans in close to a cup of Panama Geisha, inhaling deeply.
¡°When it¡¯s hot, you¡¯ll find aromatic compounds like jasmine,¡± she explains, guiding me through the tasting of Lamastus Estate¡¯s Elida Falda.
The first whiff reveals candied ginger and warm spices like nutmeg. As the coffee cools, its character transforms: Bright citrus notes emerge, reminiscent of pomelo, while a gentle umami suggests fine green tea, and sweet, honey-like undertones bloom in the finish.
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