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 apple 

apple
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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) [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65) [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34) [ peach ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3) [ butterscotch ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ Dark Star ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/200-dark-star)  

  by [Little Amps Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/306-little-amps-coffee-roasters)

      Process Natural      Varieties [74110](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/85-74110)      Country   [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia)       Region Jimma     Elevation 1950-2150m        

First noted

Sep 29, 2026

 Last tasted

Oct 21, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ berries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/199 "berries") [ jammy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/169 "jammy")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/200-dark-star) 

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###   [ Friend Blend ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/199-friend-blend)  

  by [Little Amps Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/306-little-amps-coffee-roasters)

      Process Washed      Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Landrace](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/40-landrace)      Country   [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia)        Elevation 1600 (Colombia)m        

First noted

Sep 29, 2026

 Last tasted

Oct 16, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/199-friend-blend) 

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###   [ Kajere Honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/198-kajere-honey)  

  by [Counter Culture Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/46-counter-culture-coffee)

      Process Honey        Country   [Uganda](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/uganda)       Region Bulambuli         

First noted

Sep 26, 2026

 Last tasted

Sep 28, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ black cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/176 "black cherry") [ raw sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/160 "raw sugar") [ grape](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/11 "grape") [ butterscotch](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "butterscotch")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/198-kajere-honey) 

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###   [ Headliner Seasonal Blend ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/197-headliner-seasonal-blend)  

  by [Broadsheet Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/300-broadsheet-coffee-roasters)

First noted

Sep 17, 2026

 Last tasted

Sep 24, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ fudge](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/128 "fudge") [ plum](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/10 "plum") [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/197-headliner-seasonal-blend) 

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###   [ Strawberry Shake ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/196-strawberry-shake)  

  by [KOS Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/304-kos-coffee-roasters)

      Process Co-fermented and experimental (Strawberry)      Varieties [Pink Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/1-pink-bourbon), [Castillo](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/13-castillo)      Country   [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)       Region Quindío     Elevation 1400m      Source Viviana Martinez      

First noted

Sep 16, 2026

 Last tasted

Sep 16, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ strawberries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/259 "strawberries") [ peach](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3 "peach") [ creamy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/260 "creamy")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/196-strawberry-shake) 

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###   [ Peru Guardian del Bosque ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/195-peru-guardian-del-bosque)  

  by [Northbound Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/301-northbound-coffee-roasters)

     Certifications Organic     Process Natural      Varieties [Geisha](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/16-geisha)      Country   [Peru](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/peru)       Region Amazonas      Harvest 2025     Source Ronal Carranza Montenegro      

First noted

Sep 10, 2026

 Last tasted

Sep 10, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ dried strawberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/248 "dried strawberry") [ floral tropical fruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/257 "floral tropical fruit") [ fruit loops cereal](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/258 "fruit loops cereal") [ raw sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/160 "raw sugar")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/195-peru-guardian-del-bosque)
