In the minimalist tasting room at Leaves Coffee Roasters 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.
