Coffee Omakase: The Next Big Thing in Specialty Coffee?

When people hear the word omakase, most immediately think of sushi: a curated menu in which the chef chooses the dishes. The Japanese term translates loosely as “I leave it up to you.” In dining, it reflects a simple idea—guests place their trust in the chef and allow themselves to be guided by experience and expertise. That philosophy now appears to be finding a new stage in the world of coffee. Coffee omakase applies the concept to specialty coffee, inviting guests to follow baristas on a multi-course sensory journey—without having to choose a single drink themselves.