How Angels’ Cup Works
Angels’ Cup introduced a format that no other coffee subscription dared to try—completely blind tastings. No branding, no logos, not even roast details. Just the aroma, flavor, and your own curiosity leading the experience. You receive freshly roasted beans from premium micro-roasters across the U.S., each labeled only by a number.
Launched by a team of flavor obsessives, the club has grown into a sensory playground for thousands of subscribers who want to sharpen their palate without any bias from the bag design or roaster reputation.
The Power of Blind Tasting
When the origin and roaster are hidden, something surprising happens—people start tasting *better*. Not in a snobbish way, but with genuine, deliberate focus. Subscribers have uncovered Ethiopian naturals with mango undertones, Colombian beans with jalapeño hints, and even Rwandan roasts that reminded them of red velvet cake.
| Region | Common Flavor Notes | Roast Level |
|---|---|---|
| Guji, Ethiopia | Blueberry, Earl Grey, Jasmine | Light |
| Nariño, Colombia | Orange zest, Toffee, Plum | Medium |
| Nyamasheke, Rwanda | Vanilla, Hibiscus, Cocoa | Light-Medium |
| Sul de Minas, Brazil | Walnut, Brown Sugar, Cherry | Medium |
| Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia | Lemon, Lavender, Peach | Light |
It’s not about being “right”—it’s about noticing more. And that act of paying attention has helped thousands develop a deeper understanding of the world’s most complex beverage.
Taste, Record, Compare
Subscribers use the Angels’ Cup app to record their notes, compare results with friends, and even pit their ratings against professional cuppers. The app has over 20,000 active monthly users and supports side-by-side comparisons of flavor, aroma, acidity, and body.
- Interactive tasting sliders (0 to 10 scale)
- Built-in flavor wheel and terminology guide
- Side-by-side comparison with roastmasters
- Replay your notes with new brews for practice
- Community reviews and private journals
Many members have discovered how different grind settings, water temps, and brew methods can affect the same bean. That insight has helped them become better home baristas and more confident tasters.
Tasting Box Options
Not everyone drinks coffee the same way, and Angels’ Cup has crafted three tailored options to match your brewing habits and curiosity level. Whether you’re a casual sipper or daily Chemex devotee, there’s a box format that suits your ritual.
| Box | Samples Included | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| All-Stars | 4 x 1 oz | Biweekly |
| The Black Box | 4 x 2 oz | Monthly |
| Cupping Flight | 8 x 1 oz | Monthly |
Each shipment comes vacuum-sealed for peak freshness, shipped within 24 hours of roasting. You can choose whole bean or pre-ground, and even add extra tools like calibrated spoons and scoring sheets.
Unusual Facts & Real Numbers
Since launching, Angels’ Cup has distributed over 3.7 million samples. That’s not hyperbole—it’s logged and verified through their roasting and fulfillment database. They’ve also collaborated with 140+ independent roasters across 38 states.
- Average cup rating: 8.2/10
- Fastest sold-out roast: 6 hours (a honey-processed Gesha)
- Lowest return rate in coffee subscription category: under 1%
- Most requested origin: Burundi (up 60% in 2024)
- Most used brew method: V60 pour-over
Subscribers report increased confidence when tasting at cafes or buying beans at retail. And many have gone on to compete in home brewing championships or start coffee-focused side hustles. The blind format turns each delivery into a training session—without ever feeling like homework.