【Seasonal Blend 2026】July | Asobi-Chidori Blend (遊千鳥)

Traditional Patterns for Savoring Japan’s Four Seasons

For LiLo’s Seasonal Blend 2026,

we draw inspiration from beautiful Japanese traditional patterns

to offer special moments where you can savor the “now” through coffee.

July【Asobi-Chidori 遊千鳥】

日差しと青空が広がる、日本の七月。
夏のはじまりは、心まで軽やかに。

 「千鳥」は、小さな鳥たちが群れをなして 飛び回る姿を表した、日本の伝統文様です。
 波を越えて飛ぶことから、古くから縁起の良い柄として親しまれてきました。

「たくさんの楽しいことを見つけながら、 自由に夏を楽しんでほしい」
そんな思いで ブレンドの設計に入りました。

遊千鳥ブレンドは、 グレープフルーツや甘夏、レモンピールを思わせる
弾けるような柑橘の風味に、 オレンジソーダのような爽やかな余韻が広がります。

アイスコーヒーや水出しコーヒーで特に美味しい、
軽やかでポップな味わいに仕上げました。

July in Japan brings bright sunshine and clear blue skies. 
The beginning of summer is a season
that makes the heart feel lighter and more carefree.

Chidori is a traditional Japanese pattern
depicting small birds flying freely together.
Because they are often shown soaring over waves, 
the motif has long been regarded as a symbol of good fortune.

With this blend, we hoped to capture the joy of discovering
new adventures  and making the most of summer's simple pleasures.

Asobi Chidori Blend opens with vibrant notes of
grapefruit,  Amanatsu, and lemon peel, bursting with bright citrus character.

A refreshing orange soda-like finish lingers pleasantly on the palate,
creating a lively and uplifting cup.

Especially delicious as an iced coffee or cold brew,
this light-hearted and playful blend is made for the height of summer.

【Cupping Comment】

① Bursting notes of grapefruit, Amanatsu, and lemon peel.

② A subtle passion fruit flavor.

③ A crisp, refreshing orange soda finish. 

【Roast Level】 1 Light Roast

【Flavor】grapefruit, Amanatsu, lemon peel, passion fruit, orange soda

【Origin】  

・KENYA Marumi  Washed

・ETHIOPIA Chire Niguse Gemeda Mude  Washed

・COLOMBIA Carolina Mejia Orange Soda Mandarin Washed

・COLOMBIA Santuario Project Campo Hermoso Raspberry Mossto Co-Fermented

We ship coffee beans within 7 days of roasting.  

About the beans, stickers and flavor illustrations that arrive

SEASONAL BLEND 2026
Traditional Patterns for Savoring Japan’s Four Seasons

Flowers and greenery, the murmur of rivers, and soft moonlight.

For generations, people in Japan have lived closely with nature,

 gently scooping up seasonal motifs and weaving them

into daily life as patterns on kimono,

obi sashes, furnishings, and small accessories.

“May our loved ones stay well.”

“May good relationships continue to grow.”

“May we celebrate new beginnings.”

Each traditional pattern carries not only the emotions of the four seasons,

but also the quiet wishes and prayers of the Japanese people.

As SEASONAL BLEND enters its 6th year in 2026,

we will be delivering a special coffee each month that reflects

the “now” of Japan, all inspired by beautiful traditional patterns.