## Tokyo Kissa ### Tokyo Kissa Bittersweet Cocoa, Toasted Marshmallow, Vanilla [96 Reviews](/content/us/eng/product/tokyo-kissa?a_oID=tokyo-kissa&a_qID=ac064f67eda89766054738a113776e7b&a_pos=4&a_cID=blends#yotpo-reviews/index.html) **Kissaten Roast** Select size - one bag - two bags 10% OFF - three bags 17.5% OFF Select Order Subscribe & Save $25 Available Always Fresh Available Free Shipping Available Cancel Anytime Available Up to 17% Savings Prepay 3 Shipments **Free Gift ($12 Value)** Vanilla Chicory Syrup **Delivery Schedule** - Every Week - Every Two Weeks (Most Popular) - Every 3 Weeks - Every 4 weeks ### Subscriber terms This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. For detailed shipping and other order information, please visit our [help center](https://support.bluebottlecoffee.com/hc/en-us/sections/12494813536027-Timeline-shipping-questions). For prepaid subscription terms, visit our [Subscriber FAQ](/content/us/eng/subscriptions#faq/index.html). --- ## A Closer Look Tokyo Kissa is our darkest blend yet, inspired by the quiet calm of traditional Japanese kissatens, or coffeehouses, and the dark roasts crafted within them. We embodied the detail, care, and commitment to quality of the kissaten artisans — with their careful sourcing, in-house roasting, and slow, methodical filtering. 10 oz bag, whole bean coffee ### Tokyo Kissa This coffee transcends contemporary dark roasts in flavor and complexity and lives in a category of its own — a kissaten blend. #### Blend Inspiration While dark roasts are often considered to be made of lower-quality beans roasted excessively to mask unwanted flavors, we know dark doesn’t have to mean dull. We recalled the roasts found in the original kissatens of Japan — deep yet distinct flavors full of nuance. #### Roast Story To achieve a dark roast that upholds this level of integrity, we punctuated organic Latin American coffee with a washed Ethiopian component for a blend with complex layers, a smooth and heavy body, and a beautiful sweet and smoky flavor. #### Brew Tips We very intentionally crafted this specialty dark roast by considering the blend composition, roast levels, and extraction. By lowering the brew temperature from 205° to 180° and adjusting the ratio to 1:10, we eliminate any harsh bitterness and astringency for a smooth, balanced cup. Follow the Tokyo Kissa brew guide below. ### How to Brew Tokyo Kissa - Pour Over - Tokyo Kissa - Nel Drip - Tokyo Kissa **How to Brew a Pour Over from Blue Bottle Coffee on Vimeo** - **Brew Time** 2:30–3:30 minutes - **Grind Size** Medium - **Coffee Dose** 25 g - **Water** 250 g ### How to Brew Tokyo Kissa 1.  **Heat Your Water** Heat at least 250 g water to 180ºF to extract the best body without the bitterness. Darker roasts brew best at the cooler side of the spectrum. 2.  **Grind Your Coffee** Grind 25g of Tokyo Kissa coffee to a medium grind. 3.  **Bloom the Grounds** Add your coffee to your [Blue Bottle Dripper](/content/us/eng/product/blue-bottle-coffee-dripper/index.html) with the [filter](/content/us/eng/product/blue-bottle-coffee-filters/index.html). Shake gently until level. Start your timer and [scale](/content/us/eng/collection/scales/index.html) at zero. Beginning in the center of the grounds, pour a spiral pattern: three laps out then three laps in, until you reach 50 g on the scale. You’re aiming to finish this pour in 10 seconds. 4.  **Begin Your First Pour** At 40 seconds, beginning in the center of the grounds, pour a spiral pattern: five laps out then five laps in, until you reach 150 g on the scale. You’re aiming to finish this pour in 10 seconds. 5.  **Begin Your Pour** Repeat this pour one more time beginning in the center of the grounds, pour a spiral pattern: five laps out then five laps in, until you reach 250 g on the scale. You’re aiming to finish this pour in 10 seconds. 6.  **Wait for the Finished Cup** Allow all the water to pass through the dripper into the carafe. Total brew time — depending on coffee, roast level, and grind — can take anywhere from 2:30 to 3:30 minutes. 7.  **Enjoy** Pour the coffee into your favorite mug and enjoy. Enjoy your kissaten roast, brewed strong for the ideal body and flavor. ### What You’ll Need Blue Bottle Coffee Dripper Add to Cart | $28 Blue Bottle Coffee Filters Add to Cart | $15 Acaia Pearl Scale Add to Cart | $150 Moheim Stone Mug Add to Cart | $27