Cocktail Daily- TEA EXPERIENCE I ISTA COFFEE ELEMENTS, Osaka

GIN / COFFEE FLOWER / MELONCELLO / ELDERFLOWER / GREEN GUAVA / MATCHA

When in Chuo Ward, Osaka, "ISTA COFFEE ELEMENTS" is an absolute must-visit! Run by a world-champion bartender and barista, this top-tier "Roaster Bar" is renowned for its highly creative coffee cocktails and specialty roasted coffee. With multiple international awards under its belt, it’s a sanctuary for coffee lovers and cocktail enthusiasts alike.

The "TEA EXPERIENCE" beautifully embodies a fusion of East and West. Inspired by the tranquility of the Japanese tea ceremony, it blends the botanicals of Gin, the elegance of Coffee Flower, the fruitiness of Meloncello and Green Guava, and the profound depth of Matcha. It offers a complex harmony of sweetness, acidity, and bitterness—like a modern tea gathering in a glass.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh elderflower and unique coffee flower notes, accompanied by a subtle hint of matcha.

Palate: Tropical sweetness from meloncello and green guava on the entry, followed by the lively botanicals of gin and bright acidity.

Finish: The elegant, lingering bittersweetness of matcha balances perfectly with the floral and fruity aftertaste.

Overall: A masterfully layered cocktail that invites contemplation, much like a traditional tea ceremony.

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