lychee 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) [ Clubs ](https://unpacking.coffee/clubs) [ 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) 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) [ 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. Press Esc to close. Filters 12 showing Users 0 Coffees 0 Roasters 0 Recipes 0 Explore featured coffees Start typing to search across the entire database. [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ Headliner ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/193-headliner) by [Broadsheet Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/300-broadsheet-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon), [Heirloom](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/84-heirloom) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Yirgacheffe Elevation 1400-1800m First noted Sep 08, 2026 0 cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/193-headliner) [ ### [ Yembek Anaerobic Natural ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/194-yembek-anaerobic-natural) by [Broadsheet Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/300-broadsheet-coffee-roasters) Process Natural Varieties [SL34](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/31-sl34) Country [Uganda](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/uganda) Region Kapchorwa Elevation 1800-2000m First noted Sep 08, 2026 Last tasted Sep 08, 2026 2 cuppings [ honey](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ raspberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/6 "raspberry") [ nectarine](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/126 "nectarine") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/194-yembek-anaerobic-natural) [ ### [ Victor Florez Chiroso ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/192-victor-florez-chiroso) by [HEX Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/299-hex-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Chiroso](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/101-chiroso) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Antioquia Elevation 1900m Source La Cartagena First noted Sep 04, 2026 Last tasted Sep 11, 2026 3 cuppings [ honeydew](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/221 "honeydew") [ tangerine blossom](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/254 "tangerine blossom") [ cocktail cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/255 "cocktail cherry") [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ tangerine](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/123 "tangerine") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/192-victor-florez-chiroso) [ ### [ Double Feature ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/191-double-feature) by [Messenger Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/298-messenger-coffee) and [Black & White Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/23-black-white-coffee-roasters) Process Thermal Shock Washed, Thermal Shock Natural Varieties [Pacamara](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/27-pacamara) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Huila Elevation 1750m First noted Sep 03, 2026 Last tasted Sep 03, 2026 1 cupping [ cherry blossom](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/253 "cherry blossom") [ peach](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3 "peach") [ mango](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/15 "mango") [ pineapple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/14 "pineapple") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/191-double-feature) [ ### [ Gerba Dogo Sodu ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/190-gerba-dogo-sodu) by [Passenger Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/164-passenger-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Guji First noted Sep 02, 2026 0 cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/190-gerba-dogo-sodu) [ ### [ Kenya Gachuiro AB ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/189-kenya-gachuiro-ab) by [Heart Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28), [SL34](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/31-sl34) Country [Kenya](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/kenya) Region Nyeri First noted Aug 29, 2026 Last tasted Aug 29, 2026 1 cupping [ marionberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/177 "marionberry") [ honey](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ hibiscus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/59 "hibiscus") [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/189-kenya-gachuiro-ab) [ ### [ Harmufo ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/188-harmufo) by [SEY](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/288-sey) Process Washed Varieties [Ethiopian Landrace](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/98-ethiopian-landrace) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Gedeb Elevation 2,300–2,400m Source Harmufo First noted Aug 26, 2026 Last tasted Aug 27, 2026 2 cuppings [ lemon candy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/251 "lemon candy") [ ripe stone fruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/252 "ripe stone fruit") [ honeydew](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/221 "honeydew") [ watermelon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/111 "watermelon") [ meyer lemon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/103 "meyer lemon") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/188-harmufo) [ ### [ 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 24, 2026 3 cuppings [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ watermelon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/111 "watermelon") [ rooibos](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/249 "rooibos") [ dried strawberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/248 "dried strawberry") [ apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/184-takele-mammo)