The Same Coffee, Transformed by Glass: HARIO Launches 'Tasting Glass' Mocha and Gesha

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The same coffee, transformed by the glass — the taste changes completely.

Coffee flavor is not determined solely by beans, roasting, or brewing method. The glass you drink from significantly alters your perception of aroma and mouthfeel, dramatically changing the overall impression of a cup.

In recent years, alongside the growth of the specialty coffee market, coffee appreciation has evolved beyond just selecting beans or refining brewing techniques. Enthusiasts now seek deeper ways to savor the unique character of each cup. Additionally, rising coffee bean prices and environmental challenges in coffee-producing regions have heightened the desire to fully appreciate every precious bean.

In response to these shifts, HARIO Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Chuo City, Tokyo), a leading heat-resistant glass manufacturer, launches the Tasting Glass 'Mocha' and 'Gesha' — designed to enrich the aroma and flavor experience of coffee — exclusively on the HARIO EC site.

Just as wine glasses influence the aroma and taste of wine, the shape of a coffee glass affects how aroma disperses and where the liquid lands on the tongue. These new glasses are meticulously engineered with specific rim shapes to maximize the unique characteristics of each coffee bean.

The 'Mocha' features a relatively narrow rim that traps aroma inside the glass and directs coffee to the back of the palate. This design enhances rich, full-bodied flavors, making it ideal for coffees with intense, concentrated profiles — such as Yemeni coffee — or those with chocolate and dark fruit notes.

In contrast, the 'Gesha' has a wide rim that allows aroma to bloom gently and spread across the entire nose. The coffee spreads evenly across the mouth, beautifully highlighting the delicate, floral aromas and soft, refined flavors found in coffees like Panamanian Geisha.

Even with the same coffee, changing the glass alters the aroma perception, mouthfeel, and aftertaste. Selecting a glass that matches the bean's character opens up a new dimension of coffee enjoyment.

Choose your beans, brew with care — and complete the experience by selecting the right glass. HARIO introduces a new coffee lifestyle, encouraging people to cherish and savor every cup more deeply and richly.

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□ Key Points

Flavor and Aroma

Enjoy both flavor and aroma in harmony with your beans

Drinking from a glass tailored to your coffee bean’s personality enhances the overall experience.

* The names 'Mocha' and 'Gesha' reflect the flavor profiles each glass is designed to enhance. They are not limited to specific coffee varieties — choose based on your coffee’s sensory characteristics.

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<Mocha> Savor the richness and lingering finish of coffee

Designed with a narrower rim to retain aroma within the glass and deliver coffee deeply to the back of the mouth.

Enhances full body and concentrated flavors, ideal for coffees with deep, complex profiles like chocolate or dark fruits.

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<Gesha> Enjoy vibrant aromas and delicate flavors

Features a wide rim that expands floral aromas and delivers coffee evenly across the entire palate.

Highlights floral notes and delicate, transparent flavors, perfect for light, elegant coffees.

□ Product Overview

Tasting Glass Mocha

□ Product Name: 'Tasting Glass Mocha'

□ Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price: ¥2,750 (tax included)

□ Size: Full capacity 320mL Width 94 × Depth 94 × Height 146 mm

Rim diameter: 61 mm

□ Material: Heat-resistant glass

□ Country of Origin: Japan

* Available exclusively on HARIO's official online store

Tasting Glass Gesha

□ Product Name: 'Tasting Glass Gesha'

□ Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price: ¥2,750 (tax included)

□ Size: Full capacity 360mL Width 94 × Depth 94 × Height 146 mm

Rim diameter: 78 mm

□ Material: Heat-resistant glass

□ Country of Origin: Japan

* Available exclusively on HARIO's official online store