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 lychee 

lychee
======

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

Coffees that taste of lychee

###  [ Coffea Liberica ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/64-coffea-liberica) 

 by [Chloé Cà Phê](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/236-chloe-ca-phe)

    Process Anaerobic Natural   Species Liberica   Country  [Vietnam](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/vietnam)    Source 96b Liberica Project    

First noted

Sep 15, 2025

Last tasted

Sep 15, 2025

 1 cupping 

 [ lychee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "lychee") [ honey](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") 

###  [ Ernedis Rodriguez - Sidra ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/114-ernedis-rodriguez-sidra) 

 by [Flower Child Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/248-flower-child-coffee)

    Process Washed   Varieties [Bourbon Sidra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/5-bourbon-sidra)   Country  [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)    Region Huila   Elevation 1,840 Metersm   Harvest August 2025   Source El Paraiso    

First noted

Feb 18, 2026

Last tasted

Feb 18, 2026

 1 cupping 

 [ plum](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/10 "plum") [ white nectarine](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/174 "white nectarine") [ lychee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "lychee") [ violet](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/61 "violet") 

###  [ Jairo Arcila Lychee ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/38-jairo-arcila-lychee) 

 by [Onyx Coffee Lab](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/50-onyx-coffee-lab)

    Process Washed   Species Arabica   Varieties [Castillo](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/13-castillo)   Country  [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)    Region Quindío    

First noted

Aug 08, 2025

Last tasted

Aug 08, 2025

 1 cupping 

 [ lychee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "lychee") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ blueberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/8 "blueberry") [ rose](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/56 "rose") 

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

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

    Process Washed   Varieties [Ethiopian Landrace](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/98-ethiopian-landrace), [Pink Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/1-pink-bourbon)   Country  [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/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") 

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)     

 ![matt](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.") 

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)
