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) [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65) [ caramel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23) [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34) [ 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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[ ### [ Reko Ethiopia ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/212-reko-ethiopia) by [Ruby Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/184-ruby-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Kurume](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/95-kurume), [Ethiopian Heirlooms](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/38-ethiopian-heirlooms) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Kochere Elevation 1850-2100m Source Reko Washing Station First noted Nov 10, 2026 Last tasted Nov 10, 2026 1 cupping [ lemon meringue](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/268 "lemon meringue") [ lavender](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/57 "lavender") [ apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ honey](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/212-reko-ethiopia) [ ### [ Organic Ethiopia ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/211-organic-ethiopia) by [Portland Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/309-portland-coffee-roasters) Certifications Organic Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) First noted Nov 02, 2026 Last tasted Nov 02, 2026 1 cupping [ floral](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/105 "floral") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/211-organic-ethiopia) [ ### [ Crossfade ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/209-crossfade) by [Broadcast Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/308-broadcast-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Typica](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/34-typica), [Ruiru 11](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/29-ruiru-11), [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28), [SL34](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/31-sl34) Country [Kenya](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/kenya) Region Kirinyaga Elevation 1400-2000m First noted Oct 31, 2026 0 cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/209-crossfade) [ ### [ Kenya Swara ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/210-kenya-swara) by [Broadcast Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/308-broadcast-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28), [SL34](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/31-sl34), [Batian](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/7-batian), [Ruiru 11](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/29-ruiru-11) Country [Kenya](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/kenya) Region Kirinyaga Elevation 1600-1800m First noted Oct 31, 2026 Last tasted Nov 11, 2026 1 cupping [ berries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/199 "berries") [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ jammy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/169 "jammy") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/210-kenya-swara) [ ### [ Volcán Azul Washed SL28 ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/208-volcan-azul-washed-sl28) by [April Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/10-april-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28) Country [Costa Rica](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/costa-rica) Source Volcán Azul First noted Oct 31, 2026 Last tasted Oct 31, 2026 1 cupping [ red cherries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/266 "red cherries") [ nougat](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/31 "nougat") [ florals](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/267 "florals") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/208-volcan-azul-washed-sl28) [ ### [ Gotiti, Ethiopia ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/207-gotiti-ethiopia) by [Ritual Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Heirloom](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/84-heirloom) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Yirgacheffe Source Gotiti washing station First noted Oct 23, 2026 Last tasted Oct 23, 2026 1 cupping [ melon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/180 "melon") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ meyer lemon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/103 "meyer lemon") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/207-gotiti-ethiopia) [ ### [ Arturo Paz, Dark Room Dried: Natural Geisha, Honduras ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/206-arturo-paz-dark-room-dried-natural-geisha-honduras) by [Ritual Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters) Process Natural Varieties [Geisha](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/16-geisha) Country [Honduras](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/honduras) Harvest June 2026 Source El Itacayo First noted Oct 20, 2026 Last tasted Oct 20, 2026 1 cupping [ elderflower syrup](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/264 "elderflower syrup") [ honey](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ stonefruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/102 "stonefruit") [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ candied tropical fruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/265 "candied tropical fruit") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/206-arturo-paz-dark-room-dried-natural-geisha-honduras) [ ### [ Indian coffee beans from Coorg, Karnataka, India ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/205-indian-coffee-beans-from-coorg-karnataka-india) by [Paul John Caffeine](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/307-paul-john-caffeine) Country [India](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/india) Region Karnataka Source Indian Coffee Beans From Coorg, Karnataka, India First noted Oct 14, 2026 Last tasted Oct 14, 2026 1 cupping ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/205-indian-coffee-beans-from-coorg-karnataka-india) [ ### [ Jhoan Vergara Las Flores Pink Bourbon ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/204-jhoan-vergara-las-flores-pink-bourbon) by [Kafiex Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/249-kafiex-roasters) Process Thermal Shock Washed Varieties [Pink Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/1-pink-bourbon) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Huila Source Jhoan Vergara First noted Oct 13, 2026 Last tasted Oct 13, 2026 1 cupping [ froot loops](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/262 "froot loops") [ candied lemon drop](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/263 "candied lemon drop") [ green apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/116 "green apple") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/204-jhoan-vergara-las-flores-pink-bourbon) [ ### [ Mama Cherri ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/203-mama-cherri) by [Creature Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/84-creature-coffee) Process Washed Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Catuaí](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/11-catuai) Country [Costa Rica](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/costa-rica) Region Coto Brus Source Doña Isa First noted Oct 09, 2026 Last tasted Oct 09, 2026 1 cupping [ cherry pie](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/141 "cherry pie") [ caramel corn](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/261 "caramel corn") [ butterscotch](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "butterscotch") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/203-mama-cherri) [ ### [ Uganda 96 Hour Natural ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/202-uganda-96-hour-natural) by [DOMA Coffee Roasting Company](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/268-doma-coffee-roasting-company) Process Natural Varieties [SL14](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/102-sl14), [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28), [Nyasaland](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/103-nyasaland) Country [Uganda](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/uganda) Region Mt. Elgon Elevation 1400 - 2000 maslm Harvest 2026 Source The Coffee Yards/norman Mukuru First noted Oct 05, 2026 Last tasted Oct 05, 2026 1 cupping [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ fudge](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/128 "fudge") [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ lemon candy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/251 "lemon candy") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/202-uganda-96-hour-natural) [ ### [ Mustefa Abakeno ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/201-mustefa-abakeno) by [Marigold Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/252-marigold-coffee) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Oromia First noted Oct 05, 2026 Last tasted Oct 05, 2026 1 cupping [ orange peel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "orange peel") [ honeysuckle](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/62 "honeysuckle") [ cacao nibs](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/241 "cacao nibs") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/201-mustefa-abakeno)