Sixth Gear Coffee Cafe 1959
Step into a world where tradition meets innovation with Sixth Gear Coffee Cafe 1959, an extraordinary specialty coffee celebrating family legacy, Colombian terroir, and modern processing excellence. This blend spotlights the vision of Jose Giraldo, honoring his mother and over fifty years of his family’s dedication to coffee, while embracing the latest in fermentation and flavor science.
- Farm origin: Cafe 1959, Quindio, Colombia, 1500–1600 MASL
- Processing method: Anaerobic Natural Process—utilizes specialized yeasts, hyperbolic fermentation chambers, and precise drying controls for a unique, fruity profile and syrupy body
- Varietal composition: Crafted from four select varietals, intentionally blended for balance, sweetness, and elegance
- Strength: 1st Gear (Mild-bodied) yet with complex, lively flavors
- Tasting notes: Passion fruit, berry kombucha, stewed red fruit, with a touch of dark chocolate and cinnamon spice on the finish; highly aromatic and fruit-forward
- Recommended brewing: Excels as pour over (1:17 ratio), also ideal for black espresso (1:2.2 ratio), where its acidity and sweet fruit shine brightest
- Whole bean specialty: Sold in 8 oz (226.8g) bags so you can grind fresh for peak aroma and extraction
- Ethics & sustainability: Beans are sourced at premium prices for local farmers; eco-conscious and fair
Reviewers’ verdict: Cafe 1959 is a revelation for experimental and fruit-loving coffee drinkers. Its high-toned acidity, passion fruit, and berry notes provide a lively, mouth-watering cup—perfect for those who crave adventure in their coffee. Many praise its clean, kombucha-like brightness, long finish, and intense aroma. While lighter and less chocolate-centric than some blends, its profile appeals to “coffee snobs” and those who value innovation. Even those wary of acidity found Cafe 1959’s citrus and fruit blends harmonious and satisfying. Best enjoyed fresh and black to highlight its nuanced flavors and syrupy body.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Producer | Jose Giraldo / Cafe 1959 |
| Origin | Quindio, Colombia |
| Altitude | 1500–1600 MASL |
| Processing | Anaerobic Natural |
| Strength | 1st Gear (Mild) |
| Tasting Notes | Passion fruit, berry kombucha, stewed fruit, dark chocolate, cinnamon |
| Specialty | Pour over (1:17), espresso (1:2.2), best black |
| Bag Size | 8 oz (226.8g), Whole Bean |
Summary
- Origin: Quindio, Colombia
- Altitude: 1500–1600 MASL
- Strength: Mild/1st Gear
- Tasting profile: Passion fruit, berry kombucha, fruit-forward acidity, elegant finish
- Best use: Pour over/espresso, black
- Bag: 8 oz, whole bean
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standout feature of Cafe 1959?
Adventure and vibrant fruitiness from avant-garde anaerobic processing, balanced by family tradition and high-quality Colombian beans.
How should it be brewed?
Pour over or black espresso highlights its acidity and fruit—the ratios (1:17 or 1:2.2) maximize complexity and mouthfeel.
Who will love this blend?
Coffee lovers who appreciate lively fruit, brightness, and innovative processing; perfect for pour-over fans and those bored with basic blends.
Is it good with milk or sugar?
Best enjoyed black—dairy or sweetener may mask its intended fruit/floral clarity and unique ferment notes.
How does it compare to traditional chocolatey or nutty coffees?
This blend is far more acidic and fruit-driven, with a bold kombucha-like tang, less suited for those seeking a classic “dark roast” experience.
Is it ethically sourced and sustainable?
Yes—farmers are paid premiums, and the focus is on equitable, sustainable production from farm to cup.
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mchun1104 (verified owner) –
Never purchased coffee from a cigar site before, but boy I’m glad I did! (Shout out to all the other recommenders for this product) – definitely swayed me into trying it. The aroma from the bag definitely has high fruit notes which is pleasant for a casual morning drink.
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Alexander S (verified owner) –
I am love the chocolate notes in my coffee. Zero chocolate notes in this blend. Very raspberry/red stone fruit forward. Still a good coffee and enjoyable. For those that enjoy fruitiness in their coffee this more your blend.
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Justin White (verified owner) –
This is easily my favorite coffee I’ve ordered here yet. Bright and fruity with a balanced acidity, perfect for a chemex or pour over. Again my only complaint is that I got it in January and it was roasted in August. I’d sign up for notifications of when this coffee comes in fresh, it’s that good.
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
Love sixth gear coffee! I’ve tried one other blend that I enjoyed very much so I wanted to get into a second one. This was really awesome. I generally don’t like acidic coffee but this one with those citrus undertones really worked for me. I love grinding from whole bean and this company seems to knock it out of the park for me. Really glad Oxford has this delicious coffee to order!
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usarmy15t86 (verified owner) –
I’ve been brewing with high quality, fresh roasted beans for years. Never did I think I would buy a bag of beans from a cigar company, but it was well worth it! I get a subscription every three weeks, and this bag easily blows away 95% of the coffees I’ve had over the past 6 years of my subscription. The aroma of the beans themselves is strong, with an a stone fruit and chocolate flavor on the nose. Grinding only brings out the flavor even more, letting you know it’s going to be an enjoyable coffee. The flavors are rich and robust, hitting your taste buds again and again. I drank it black, like I always do. I could drink this in a regular basis, and you should too!
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mhatz (verified owner) –
-Inspection: beautiful light-medium roast.
-Brew method: v60 pour over
I’ve been roasting my own coffee for five years so I decided to give these beans a shot after hearing Lucas talk about them in the discord group. This coffee has a beautiful aroma while being brewed. The first flavor is a strong stone fruit which is accentuated by the acidic profile. Each sip gives you a blast to the taste buds that you will likely love to hate. This blend has enough power to pair well with a strong stogey in the morning. Definitely glad I got a bag with my last order.
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John Barreto (verified owner) –
Wonderfully pleasant coffee with great fruity notes. I make it as a pour over and it’s absolutely amazing. I generally don’t like acidic coffee, but this one just agrees with me. The blend of acidity, fruitiness, and overall strength, makes for an absolutely amazing cup of coffee. It is absolutely worth a try!!
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Daniel O’Connell (verified owner) –
This surpassed expectations; I’ve come to expect good products from Oxford, but I wasn’t sure what to expect from the coffee on offer – it’s as quality as the cigars. I’m a bit of a coffee snob (European coffee culture is something I grew up with!), and this is a truly special coffee – the unique anaerobic process bestows a lot of the same profile properties as a typical natural processed coffee (big fruity acidity, bit of a ‘wild’ taste), but adds a heavier, syrupy body that you don’t get in a typical natural process. Stewed fruit (definitely berries), dark chocolate (like a dark Lindt bar), and a finish of cinnamon spice that is very long. I don’t get the kombucha, but to be fair, I’ve seldom had kombucha (and my experience with it wasn’t great).
This is amazing coffee if you like your coffee adventurous – it might really throw ‘typical’ coffee fans for a bit of a loop taste-wise, but I promise it will do so in a good way. Excellent price and quality, I will be buying more.
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