Tomoko Fushimi

Culinary Beverage Designer | R&D Specialist

Where beverge meets soul.
Guided by Kaizen.

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Seaweed and Science

Pictured Above

From the Future Foods menu for Discourse Coffee. Features Hidaka konbu dashi, Buddha’s hand tincture, koji salt, green coffee extract, WS-5, and buzz button — showcasing sustainable, climate-adaptive ingredients.

Selected Work

Discourse Coffee — Head of Innovation

Leading flavor R&D and seasonal menu development for one of the most concept-driven cafes in the U.S.

Pabst Theater Group

Developed and executed drinks for a performing arts collaboration, showcasing the rich history of these performance centers.

Fitzy’s Cafe

Created full menu systems, trained baristas, and implemented innovative flavor formats.

Pilcrow Coffee — Head Roaster

Built roast profiles, trained staff, and helped develop the brand’s voice and flavor identity.

Advanced Drinkcraft (Upcoming Book Project)

A technical guide to modern beverage design, blending science, storytelling, and methodical flavor creation.