Blind Assessment

Ethereal, immersive. White tea, lychee, Meyer lemon, Asian pear, ginger blossom in aroma and cup. Crisp, yuzu-like acidity; very silky-smooth mouthfeel. Comprehensive finish that carries over all the notes of the cup into the long.

Notes

This exceptional coffee was selected as the No. 39 coffee on Coffee Review’s list of the Top 50 Coffees of 2025. Produced by smallholding farmers, entirely of the Geisha variety of Arabica, and processed by the washed method (fruit skin and pulp removed before drying). 1980 Cafe is a Tainan City, Taiwan-based specialty coffee roaster. Visit www.1980cafetw.com for more information.

Bottom Line

A radiant and intricate washed Ethiopia Geisha, with soaring notes of ginger blossom and lychee, supported by undertones of complex sweet citrus crisp Asian pear — a dazzler.

Explore Similar Coffees

Click here for more reviews from 1980 CAFE

Click here for more information about coffees from Ethiopia