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 lychee 

lychee
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Lychee is a delicate, floral flavor often found in coffee from southeast Asia, particularly from regions like Thailand and Vietnam. It presents as a bright, sweet, and subtly tropical note, reminiscent of the juicy lychee fruit. This flavor is typically associated with lighter roast profiles and can be highlighted through natural or honey processing methods.

Cuppings

Recent cuppings with lychee tasted

###  [ Juan Jiménez, El Porvenir ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/258-juan-jimenez-el-porvenir-by-matt) 

    Cupped By  [@matt](https://unpacking.coffee/users/matt)    Cupped On  Jul 14, 2026    Since Roast  27 days    Roaster  [ Sey ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/288-sey)    Brew Method  [ Hario V60 ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=15)     

 ![](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/3260233879044e4556d4cbaad8856183?s=120&d=identicon) 

 [ citrus ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "The color #FFA500 (orange) was chosen to represent the citrus flavor because it is a vibrant, warm color that evokes the zesty, bright characteristics of citrus fruits.") [ apple blossom ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/146 "The soft, pale pink hue of #F5E1DA represents the delicate and floral nature of the apple blossom flavor, evoking the delicate petals of the apple flower.") [ lychee ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "The vivid, pale pink color of #FF6EB4 represents the delicate, almost translucent appearance of the lychee fruit, as well as the sweet and floral character of this unique coffee flavor.") 

###  [ Ernedis Rodriguez - Sidra ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/182-ernedis-rodriguez-sidra-by-rbrigleb) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Feb 18, 2026    Since Roast  9 days    Roaster  [ FLOWER CHILD COFFEE ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/248-flower-child-coffee)    Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)     

 ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) 

 Lovely bright flavors with some floral complexity.

 [ plum ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/10 "Plum is a deep, rich flavor that can evoke notes of sweetness, tartness, and subtle complexity in specialty coffee. The deep purple hue of this color reflects the depth and richness of the plum flavor profile.") [ white nectarine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/174 "This warm, creamy beige-pink hex code (#F5E6D3) captures the pale, translucent quality of white nectarine flesh with its subtle peachy undertones, reflecting both the delicate sweetness and the refined, sophisticated character of this flavor in specialty coffee.") [ lychee ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "The vivid, pale pink color of #FF6EB4 represents the delicate, almost translucent appearance of the lychee fruit, as well as the sweet and floral character of this unique coffee flavor.") [ violet ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/61 "The hexadecimal color code #7B68EE is chosen to represent the violet flavor because it is a deep, rich purple color that evokes the delicate and fragrant nature of the violet flower, which is often associated with this unique coffee flavor profile.") 

###  [ Coffea Liberica ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/102-coffea-liberica-2025-09-15) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Sep 15, 2025    Since Roast  12 days    Roaster  [ Chloé Cà Phê ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/236-chloe-ca-phe)    Brew Method  [ Espresso ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=3)    Brew Recipe  [ La Marzocco Home’s September 2025 Ch... ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/22-la-marzocco-homes-september-2025-chloe-ca-phe-liberica-espresso-recipe "La Marzocco Home’s September 2025 Chloé Cà Phê Liberica Espresso Recipe")     

 ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) 

 [ lychee ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "The vivid, pale pink color of #FF6EB4 represents the delicate, almost translucent appearance of the lychee fruit, as well as the sweet and floral character of this unique coffee flavor.") [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "Honey is a sweet, viscous flavor that can sometimes be found in specialty coffee. The golden hue of the color represents the rich, syrupy sweetness that honey can impart to the coffee's flavor profile.") 

###  [ Jairo Arcila Lychee ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/70-jairo-arcila-lychee-2025-08-08) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Aug 08, 2025    Since Roast  10 days    Roaster  [ Onyx Coffee Lab ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/50-onyx-coffee-lab)    Brew Method  [ Hario V60 ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=15)     

 ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) 

 [ lychee ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "The vivid, pale pink color of #FF6EB4 represents the delicate, almost translucent appearance of the lychee fruit, as well as the sweet and floral character of this unique coffee flavor.") [ 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.") [ blueberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/8 "The blueberry coffee flavor evokes a rich, deep blue hue, reminiscent of the juicy, sweet berries. This fruity note can add a delightful complexity to the coffee's profile, providing a unique and refreshing twist to the traditional coffee experience.") [ rose ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/56 "The soft, pink-red hue of #FFB6C1 represents the delicate and fragrant nature of the rose flavor in coffee.") 

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###   [ Colombia Young Producers ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/173-colombia-young-producers)  

   by [ Branch Street Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/289-branch-street-coffee-roasters)

      Process Co-fermented and experimental (Strawberries, red wine yeast, fruit glucose, CO2)     Species Arabica     Varieties Caturra, Castillo      Country Colombia      Elevation 1700m      Source Columbia Young Producers Development Lot - Antioquia, Quindío And Huila      

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ star fruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/237 "star fruit") [ papaya ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/16 "papaya") [ orange blossom ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/60 "orange blossom")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/173-colombia-young-producers) 

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###   [ Juan Jiménez, El Porvenir ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/172-juan-jimenez-el-porvenir)  

   by [ Sey ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/288-sey)

      Process Washed      Varieties Pink Bourbon, Ethiopian Landrace      Country Colombia       Harvest February 2026     Source El Porvenir - Santa Barbara, Palestina      

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ citrus ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ apple blossom ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/146 "apple blossom") [ lychee ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "lychee")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/172-juan-jimenez-el-porvenir) 

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###   [ Juan Jimiménez, El Porvenir ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/171-juan-jimimenez-el-porvenir)  

   by [ Sey ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/288-sey)

      Process Washed      Varieties Pink Bourbon, Ethiopian Landrace      Country Colombia     Region Huila     Elevation 1700m     Harvest February 2026       

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

  0 cuppings 

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/171-juan-jimimenez-el-porvenir) 

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###   [ Rwanda Nyungwe ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/170-rwanda-nyungwe)  

   by [ Process Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/287-process-coffee)

      Process Anaerobic Natural        Country Rwanda        Source Nyungwe      

First noted

Jul 04, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 05, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ rhubarb ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/212 "rhubarb") [ strawberry compote ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/235 "strawberry compote") [ citrus peel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/236 "citrus peel") [ strawberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/7 "strawberry") [ citrus ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/170-rwanda-nyungwe) 

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###   [ Olgar Ortega ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/169-olgar-ortega)  

   by [ ilse ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/286-ilse)

      Process Washed      Varieties Caturra      Country Colombia     Region San Agustín     Elevation 1750m     Harvest August 2025     Source Villa Maria      

First noted

Jun 30, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 30, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ plum ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/10 "plum") [ raisin ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/12 "raisin") [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ orange peel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "orange peel")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/169-olgar-ortega) 

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###   [ Robinson Salamanaca ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/168-robinson-salamanaca)  

   by [ ilse ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/286-ilse)

      Process Washed      Varieties Pink Bourbon      Country Colombia     Region San Agustín       Source San Isidro      

First noted

Jun 24, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 24, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ pine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/74 "pine") [ lemongrass ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/106 "lemongrass") [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ lemon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/18 "lemon")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/168-robinson-salamanaca) 

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###   [ Illumination | Washed Carbonic Macerated ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/167-illumination-washed-carbonic-macerated)  

   by [ Savage Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/285-savage-coffees)

      Process Washed, Carbonic Maceration      Varieties Geisha      Country Panama     Region Chiriqui       Source Finca Deborah      

First noted

Jun 24, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 24, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ pomegranate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/139 "pomegranate") [ nectarine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/126 "nectarine") [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/167-illumination-washed-carbonic-macerated) 

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###   [ Peru Umapata Community ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/166-peru-umapata-community)  

   by [ Camellia Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/284-camellia-coffee-roasters)

      Process Washed      Varieties Typica, Bourbon, Castillo      Country Peru     Region Cusco       Source Yungas Coffee Project      

First noted

Jun 22, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 22, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ swiss orange chip ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/230 "swiss orange chip") [ dried apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/200 "dried apricot") [ butter toffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/231 "butter toffee") [ mandarin jam ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/233 "mandarin jam") [ cara cara zest ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/234 "cara cara zest")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/166-peru-umapata-community) 

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###   [ Cherry Pick ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/165-cherry-pick)  

   by [ Yeri Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/283-yeri-coffee)

     Certifications Rainforest Alliance, Direct Trade     Process Anaerobic Natural        Country India     Region Chikmagalur     Elevation 1250–1450m      Source Ratnagiri Estate      

First noted

Jun 15, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 15, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ sweet apple ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/228 "sweet apple") [ cherry jam ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/229 "cherry jam") [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/165-cherry-pick) 

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###   [ La Guaca ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/164-la-guaca)  

   by [ Methodical Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/142-methodical-coffee-roasters)

      Process Honey      Varieties Red Catuai      Country Costa Rica     Region Chirripó       Source Régulo Ureña And Isabel Rojas      

First noted

Jun 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ melon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/180 "melon") [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "chocolate")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/164-la-guaca) 

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###   [ Dark Star ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/163-dark-star)  

   by [ Linea Caffe ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/226-linea-caffe-1)

First noted

Jun 09, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 09, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ bittersweet chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/131 "bittersweet chocolate") [ bing cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/167 "bing cherry") [ mandarin orange ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/142 "mandarin orange")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/163-dark-star) 

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###   [ Pacayal Honey Lot ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/162-pacayal-honey-lot)  

   by [ Heirloom Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/281-heirloom-coffee-roasters)

     Certifications USDA Organic, Regenerative Organic Certified, Clean Craft     Process Honey        Country Honduras     Region De La Paz         

First noted

Jun 09, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 09, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ orange blossom ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/60 "orange blossom") [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ plum ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/10 "plum")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/162-pacayal-honey-lot)
