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 dried fig 

dried fig
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Dried fig is a common flavor note found in coffees from Yemen and parts of Ethiopia. It presents as a rich, sweet, and almost jammy flavor with subtle nutty or caramelized undertones. This flavor is often associated with darker-roasted and natural-processed coffee beans.

Cuppings

Coffees that taste of dried fig

###  [ Sumatra Cindaku ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/66-sumatra-cindaku) 

 by [Coava Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/70-coava-coffee-roasters)

    Process Honey   Country  [Indonesia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/indonesia)     

First noted

Sep 18, 2025

Last tasted

Sep 20, 2025

 2 cuppings 

 [ dried fig](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/138 "dried fig") [ fudge](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/128 "fudge") [ cinnamon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/45 "cinnamon") [ currant](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/137 "currant") 

###  [ Santa Maria ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/181-santa-maria) 

 by [The Boy &amp; The Bear](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/292-the-boy-the-bear)

    Process Anaerobic Natural   Varieties [Tabi](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/70-tabi)   Country  [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)    Region Santander   Source Hacienda Cafetera La Pradera    

First noted

Aug 09, 2026

Last tasted

Aug 09, 2026

 1 cupping 

 [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ dried fig](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/138 "dried fig") [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") 

Recent cuppings with dried fig tasted

###  [ Santa Maria ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/270-santa-maria-by-samuraigato) 

    Cupped By  [@samuraigato](https://unpacking.coffee/users/samuraigato)    Cupped On  Aug 09, 2026    Roaster   [The Boy &amp; The Bear](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/292-the-boy-the-bear)     Brew Method  [ Kalita Wave ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=11)     

 ![Jaspreet Singh](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/8fe73d1f675402287bcab6f4385d3c87?s=120&d=identicon) 

 LA based roaster that carries a lot of single origin coffees. Solid coffee

 [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "Black tea flavor in specialty coffee is often described as having a rich, earthy, and slightly smoky profile. This flavor is commonly found in coffees from East African origins, such as Ethiopia and Kenya, where the coffee cherries are dried with the skin still intact, imparting the tea-like qualities. The flavor can also be brought out through extended roasting profiles.") [ dried fig](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/138 "The hex code #8B4513 represents a deep, earthy brown color that visually evokes the appearance of dried figs, with their deep, reddish-brown hue and leathery texture.") [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "Dark chocolate is a rich, indulgent flavor that is often associated with deep, earthy notes in specialty coffee. The dark, almost black color of the hex code reflects the intensity and complexity of this flavor profile.") 

###  [ Sumatra Cindaku ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/105-sumatra-cindaku-2025-09-20) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Sep 20, 2025    Since Roast  27 days    Roaster   [Coava Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/70-coava-coffee-roasters)     Brew Method  [ Hario Switch ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=17)    Brew Recipe  [ Full Immersion Method ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/24-hario-switch-full-immersion "Full Immersion Method")     

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

 Brewing with the Switch really brings out a nice acidity.

 [ dried fig](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/138 "The hex code #8B4513 represents a deep, earthy brown color that visually evokes the appearance of dried figs, with their deep, reddish-brown hue and leathery texture.") [ fudge](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/128 "The hex color #8B4513 (a dark, reddish-brown) represents the deep, decadent qualities of the fudge flavor, evoking the appearance of a freshly baked fudge brownie or a cup of dark, creamy hot chocolate.") 

###  [ Sumatra Cindaku ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/104-sumatra-cindaku-2025-09-18) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Sep 18, 2025    Since Roast  25 days    Roaster   [Coava Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/70-coava-coffee-roasters)     Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)     

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

 The finest Sumatra I've had in a long time. Lovely acidity.

 [ fudge](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/128 "The hex color #8B4513 (a dark, reddish-brown) represents the deep, decadent qualities of the fudge flavor, evoking the appearance of a freshly baked fudge brownie or a cup of dark, creamy hot chocolate.") [ cinnamon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/45 "Cinnamon is a warm, earthy spice that can add a cozy, comforting note to specialty coffee. The rich, reddish-brown hue of cinnamon pairs well with the complex flavors and aromas found in high-quality coffee beans.") [ currant](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/137 "The deep, rich red-brown color of #8B0000 represents the bold, intense nature of the currant flavor, which can be both sweet and tart.") [ dried fig](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/138 "The hex code #8B4513 represents a deep, earthy brown color that visually evokes the appearance of dried figs, with their deep, reddish-brown hue and leathery texture.") 

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) 

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###   [ 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

  0 cuppings 

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/210-kenya-swara) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ 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) 

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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 23, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ berries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/199 "berries") [ jammy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/169 "jammy") [ cacao nibs](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/241 "cacao nibs")  

  ](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)
