apple in Coffee - Which Coffees Taste Like It | Unpacking Coffee [Skip to content](#main-content) [ ![Unpacking Coffee Logo](/images/cuppin-logo.svg) Unpacking Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee) [ Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees) [ Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters) [ Cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings) [ Recipes ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes) [ Origins ](https://unpacking.coffee/origins) [ Log in ](https://unpacking.coffee/login) [ ](https://unpacking.coffee/login "Log in") [ Register ](https://unpacking.coffee/register) [ ](https://unpacking.coffee/register "Register") [ Flavors ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors) apple apple ===== Clean, crisp sweetness with mild acidity, common in washed Central American coffees. Can range from fresh green apple (malic acidity) to red apple (softer, sweeter notes). On Unpacking Coffee, **apple** has been tasted in **5 cuppings** across **3 coffees** from **3 roasters** . Those coffees most often come from **Guatemala** . They are usually **washed** — 3 of the 3 with a recorded process. Tasters also noted **pear** , **toffee** , **allspice** and **lime** in the same cuppings. 5 cuppings logged 3 coffees tracked 3 roasters offering 2 growing origins Based on 5 cuppings logged here, most recently May 13, 2026. Cuppings Coffees that taste of apple ### [ Antonio Medina ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/33-antonio-medina) by [ Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/201-sweet-bloom-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Species Arabica Varieties [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon), [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra) Country [Guatemala](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/guatemala) Region Antigua First noted Jul 16, 2025 Last tasted Jul 22, 2025 4 cuppings [ apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "apple") [ toffee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/24 "toffee") [ pear](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/2 "pear") [ honeycrisp](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/117 "honeycrisp") [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") ### [ Chapina ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/92-chapina) by [ Upper Left Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/237-upper-left-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon) Country [Guatemala](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/guatemala) Region Huehuetenango Elevation 1,200-1,900m First noted Dec 10, 2025 Last tasted Feb 03, 2026 3 cuppings [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ nougat](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/31 "nougat") [ apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "apple") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "vanilla") ### [ Tanzania Peaberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/150-tanzania-peaberry) by [ Knowledge Perk Coffee Company ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/273-knowledge-perk-coffee-company) Certifications Rainforest Alliance Process Washed Country [Tanzania](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/tanzania) Region Northern Tanzania First noted May 13, 2026 Last tasted May 13, 2026 1 cupping [ apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "apple") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ allspice](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/213 "allspice") Tasted alongside [ pear×2](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/2 "pear") [ toffee×2](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/24 "toffee") [ allspice×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/213 "allspice") [ lime×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ milk chocolate×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ nougat×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/31 "nougat") Where these coffees grow [ Guatemala 2 ](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/guatemala) [ Tanzania 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/tanzania) How they're processed 3 of the 3 coffees record a process. Washed 3 Roasters whose coffees hit this note [ KP Knowledge Perk Coffee Company 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/273-knowledge-perk-coffee-company) [ SB Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/201-sweet-bloom-coffee-roasters) [ UL Upper Left Roasters 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/237-upper-left-roasters) Questions about apple in coffee ### What does apple taste like in coffee? Clean, crisp sweetness with mild acidity, common in washed Central American coffees. Can range from fresh green apple (malic acidity) to red apple (softer, sweeter notes). On Unpacking Coffee, apple has been tasted in 5 cuppings across 3 coffees from 3 roasters. Those coffees most often come from Guatemala. They are usually washed — 3 of the 3 with a recorded process. Tasters also noted pear, toffee, allspice and lime in the same cuppings. ### Which coffees taste like apple? 3 coffees have been tasted as apple, including Antonio Medina by Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters, Chapina by Upper Left Roasters and Tanzania Peaberry by Knowledge Perk Coffee Company. ### Where do coffees that taste of apple come from? Those coffees most often come from Guatemala. ### What flavors pair with apple? Tasters also noted pear, toffee, allspice and lime in the same cuppings. Recent cuppings with apple tasted ### [ Tanzania Peaberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/227-tanzania-peaberry-by-jacobwweis) Cupped By [@jacobwweis](https://unpacking.coffee/users/jacobwweis) Cupped On May 13, 2026 Since Roast 7 days Roaster [ Knowledge Perk Coffee Company ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/273-knowledge-perk-coffee-company) Brew Method [ Drip Coffee Maker ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=10) ![Jacob Weis](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/c6c717b33584081a5f9b613be5538ad7?s=120&d=identicon) [ apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "The apple flavor in coffee often evokes notes of bright, crisp acidity and a subtle sweetness, reminiscent of a freshly picked Fuji or Gala apple. The warm, autumnal hue of the hex code captures the cozy, comforting essence of this unique coffee profile.") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "The lime flavor in coffee can provide a bright, zesty, and refreshing taste, reminiscent of the vibrant green color of the lime fruit. It can add a pleasant acidity and citrus notes to the coffee, creating a lively and invigorating drinking experience.") [ allspice](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/213 "This warm brown hex code (#8B4513, saddle brown) represents the rich, earthy undertones of allspice while capturing the deep warmth and complexity of the spice itself, reflecting both the visual appearance of ground allspice and the roasted, toasted character of coffees that express these flavor notes.") ### [ Chapina ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/153-chapina-by-kandace) Cupped By [@kandace](https://unpacking.coffee/users/kandace) Cupped On Dec 11, 2025 Roaster [ Upper Left Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/237-upper-left-roasters) Brew Method [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14) ![Kandace](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/fdaa2abead647809a27d8e53f03536f5?s=120&d=identicon) [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "The hex code #7B3F00 represents a dark, warm brown color that closely resembles the appearance of milk chocolate, making it an appropriate visual representation of this flavor profile.") [ nougat](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/31 "Nougat-flavored coffee evokes a creamy, nutty, and slightly sweet taste profile, reminiscent of the popular confectionery. This flavor can add a comforting and indulgent dimension to specialty coffee, enhancing the overall drinking experience.") [ apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "The apple flavor in coffee often evokes notes of bright, crisp acidity and a subtle sweetness, reminiscent of a freshly picked Fuji or Gala apple. The warm, autumnal hue of the hex code captures the cozy, comforting essence of this unique coffee profile.") ### [ Antonio Medina ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/66-antonio-medina-2025-07-22) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Jul 22, 2025 Since Roast 12 days Roaster [ Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/201-sweet-bloom-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14) Brew Recipe [ Equator’s Chemex Recipe ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/9-equators-chemex-recipe "Equator’s Chemex Recipe") ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ toffee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/24 "The warm, brown hue of #A67B5B represents the deep, toasted notes of toffee, evoking the caramelized sugar and roasted nut characteristics of this coffee flavor.") [ apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "The apple flavor in coffee often evokes notes of bright, crisp acidity and a subtle sweetness, reminiscent of a freshly picked Fuji or Gala apple. The warm, autumnal hue of the hex code captures the cozy, comforting essence of this unique coffee profile.") [ pear](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/2 "The pear flavor in coffee can evoke a bright, fresh, and delicate taste with subtle notes of sweetness, acidity, and a hint of juiciness, reminiscent of the crisp and delicate nature of a ripe pear.") ### [ Antonio Medina ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/63-antonio-medina-2025-07-17) Cupped By [@kandace](https://unpacking.coffee/users/kandace) Cupped On Jul 17, 2025 Since Roast 14 days Roaster [ Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/201-sweet-bloom-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Stagg ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=16) ![Kandace](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/fdaa2abead647809a27d8e53f03536f5?s=120&d=identicon) [ apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "The apple flavor in coffee often evokes notes of bright, crisp acidity and a subtle sweetness, reminiscent of a freshly picked Fuji or Gala apple. The warm, autumnal hue of the hex code captures the cozy, comforting essence of this unique coffee profile.") ### [ Antonio Medina ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/62-antonio-medina-2025-07-16) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Jul 16, 2025 Since Roast 13 days Roaster [ Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/201-sweet-bloom-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Stagg ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=16) Brew Recipe [ Ray’s Basic Stagg for Two ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/8-rays-basic-stagg-for-two "Ray’s Basic Stagg for Two") ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ pear](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/2 "The pear flavor in coffee can evoke a bright, fresh, and delicate taste with subtle notes of sweetness, acidity, and a hint of juiciness, reminiscent of the crisp and delicate nature of a ripe pear.") [ toffee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/24 "The warm, brown hue of #A67B5B represents the deep, toasted notes of toffee, evoking the caramelized sugar and roasted nut characteristics of this coffee flavor.") [ apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "The apple flavor in coffee often evokes notes of bright, crisp acidity and a subtle sweetness, reminiscent of a freshly picked Fuji or Gala apple. The warm, autumnal hue of the hex code captures the cozy, comforting essence of this unique coffee profile.") Explore other flavors [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22) [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5) [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33) [ caramel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23) [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34) [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65) [ peach ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3) [ butterscotch ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32) Use filters or recent searches to refine your results. 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[ ### [ Mexico Maria Méndez ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/187-mexico-maria-mendez) by [ Heart Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon) Country [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico) Region Chiapas Elevation 1400m First noted Aug 19, 2026 Last tasted Aug 19, 2026 1 cupping [ plum](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/10 "plum") [ almond](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/37 "almond") [ cola](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/98 "cola") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/187-mexico-maria-mendez) [ ### [ The Answer ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/186-the-answer) by [ Cat & Cloud Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/44-cat-cloud-coffee) Process Washed, Natural Elevation 1,100-1,900m Source Various First noted Aug 17, 2026 Last tasted Aug 19, 2026 2 cuppings [ chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "chocolate") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ fruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/250 "fruit") [ butterscotch](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "butterscotch") [ berries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/199 "berries") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/186-the-answer) [ ### [ Nelson Flores ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/185-nelson-flores) by [ Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/201-sweet-bloom-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Species Arabica Varieties [Pacamara](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/27-pacamara) Country [El Salvador](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/el-salvador) Region Chalatenango Elevation 1632m First noted Aug 16, 2026 0 cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/185-nelson-flores) [ ### [ Takele Mammo ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/184-takele-mammo) by [ Cat & Cloud Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/44-cat-cloud-coffee) Process Washed Varieties [Wild Heirloom Ethiopia Arabica Cultivars](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/93-wild-heirloom-ethiopia-arabica-cultivars) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Yirgacheffe Elevation 1800 - 2100m Source Takele Mammo Denbi First noted Aug 14, 2026 Last tasted Aug 14, 2026 2 cuppings [ rooibos](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/249 "rooibos") [ apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ dried strawberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/248 "dried strawberry") [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ watermelon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/111 "watermelon") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/184-takele-mammo) [ ### [ Juan Puerta Mango ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/183-juan-puerta-mango) by [ Resident Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/296-resident-coffee-roasters) Process Co-fermented and experimental (Mango) Varieties [Castillo](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/13-castillo) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Quindío Elevation 1386m Source La Sirena First noted Aug 11, 2026 Last tasted Aug 11, 2026 3 cuppings [ mango](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/15 "mango") [ mango lollipop](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/246 "mango lollipop") [ fruit rollup](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/245 "fruit rollup") [ jumex mango nectar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/247 "jumex mango nectar") [ cream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/86 "cream") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/183-juan-puerta-mango) [ ### [ Fondo Paez ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/182-fondo-paez) by [ Amavida Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/294-amavida-coffee-roasters) Certifications Organic Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Source Fondo Paez Cooperative First noted Aug 09, 2026 Last tasted Aug 09, 2026 1 cupping [ brown sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/28 "brown sugar") [ apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/182-fondo-paez) [ ### [ Santa Maria ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/181-santa-maria) by [ The Boy & The Bear ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/292-the-boy-the-bear) Process Anaerobic Natural Varieties [Tabi](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/70-tabi) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Santander Source Hacienda Cafetera La Pradera First noted Aug 09, 2026 Last tasted Aug 09, 2026 1 cupping [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ dried fig](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/138 "dried fig") [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/181-santa-maria) [ ### [ San Antonio La Paz ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/180-san-antonio-la-paz) by [ Water Avenue Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/291-water-avenue-coffee) Process Washed Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon), [Castillo San Ramon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/100-castillo-san-ramon) Country [Guatemala](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/guatemala) Region Sierra de Las Minas Elevation 1200-1400m First noted Aug 05, 2026 Last tasted Aug 05, 2026 1 cupping [ orange](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/17 "orange") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ black walnut syrup](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/244 "black walnut syrup") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/180-san-antonio-la-paz) [ ### [ Ethiopian Kercha ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/179-ethiopian-kercha) by [ Cat & Cloud Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/44-cat-cloud-coffee) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Guji First noted Aug 03, 2026 Last tasted Aug 03, 2026 1 cupping [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ cane sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/29 "cane sugar") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "vanilla") [ strawberry ice cream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/243 "strawberry ice cream") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/179-ethiopian-kercha) [ ### [ Finca Santa Cruz Washed ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/178-finca-santa-cruz-washed) by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Typica](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/34-typica), [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon) Country [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico) Region Chiapas Harvest 2026 Source José And Karina Argüello First noted Jul 28, 2026 Last tasted Aug 04, 2026 3 cuppings [ chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "chocolate") [ earl grey tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/242 "earl grey tea") [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ grapefruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/20 "grapefruit") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/178-finca-santa-cruz-washed) [ ### [ Gamaliel Ríos Ortíz ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/177-gamaliel-rios-ortiz) by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters) Process Honey Varieties [Peñasco](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/99-penasco), [Typica](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/34-typica) Country [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico) Region Chiapas Harvest 2025 Source La Concordia First noted Jul 21, 2026 Last tasted Jul 21, 2026 1 cupping [ peach](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3 "peach") [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ butterscotch](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "butterscotch") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/177-gamaliel-rios-ortiz) [ ### [ Finca Santa Cruz Natural ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/176-finca-santa-cruz-natural) by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters) Varieties [Geisha](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/16-geisha) Country [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico) Region Chiapas Source Finca Santa Cruz First noted Jul 19, 2026 Last tasted Jul 19, 2026 1 cupping [ chilled red wine](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/240 "chilled red wine") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ cacao nibs](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/241 "cacao nibs") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/176-finca-santa-cruz-natural)