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This flavor presents as a combination of artificial sweetness with subtle fruity undertones, often accompanied by berry or tropical fruit notes that create the characteristic bubblegum character. Coffees exhibiting this profile typically undergo extended fermentation during processing, which develops the complex esters responsible for this whimsical and memorable taste. Cuppings Coffees that taste of pink bubblegum ### [ Rodrigo Sanchez - Candy Hearts ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/113-rodrigo-sanchez-candy-hearts) by [Black & White Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/23-black-white-coffee-roasters) Process Co-fermented and experimental (Strawberry, Raspberry, Cherry, Banana) Varieties [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon), [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Huila Elevation 1730m Source Rodrigo Sanchez Valencia First noted Feb 14, 2026 Last tasted Mar 04, 2026 3 cuppings [ jammy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/169 "jammy") [ pink bubblegum](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/168 "pink bubblegum") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ confectionary](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/173 "confectionary") [ powdered sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/170 "powdered sugar") ### [ Wilton Benitez Pink Bourbon ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/139-wilton-benitez-pink-bourbon) by [JBC Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/125-jbc-coffee-roasters) Process Double Anaerobic Washed Varieties [Pink Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/1-pink-bourbon) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Cauca First noted May 02, 2026 Last tasted May 03, 2026 2 cuppings [ blackberry buttercream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/204 "blackberry buttercream") [ pink bubblegum](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/168 "pink bubblegum") [ purple grape](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/205 "purple grape") [ strawberry blossom](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/203 "strawberry blossom") [ orange](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/17 "orange") Recent cuppings with pink bubblegum tasted ### [ Wilton Benitez Pink Bourbon ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/212-wilton-benitez-pink-bourbon-by-rbrigleb-1) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On May 03, 2026 Since Roast 12 days Roaster [JBC Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/125-jbc-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14) Brew Recipe [ Counter Culture Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/33-counter-culture-chemex "Counter Culture Chemex") ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ pink bubblegum](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/168 "Hot pink (#FF69B4) directly mirrors the vibrant, artificial pink color of classic bubble gum, making it the most intuitive visual representation of this candy-forward flavor profile.") [ blackberry buttercream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/204 "This deep purple-burgundy hex code represents the dark, rich blackberry fruit while the underlying warmth suggests the creamy, buttery sweetness of the flavor profile, creating a color that captures both the sophisticated fruitiness and indulgent creaminess of blackberry buttercream.") [ cotton candy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/101 "The cotton candy flavor evokes a sweet, fluffy, and light-bodied coffee that may have a delicate, airy texture and a delightful, whimsical character.") ### [ Wilton Benitez Pink Bourbon ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/211-wilton-benitez-pink-bourbon-by-rbrigleb) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On May 02, 2026 Since Roast 11 days Roaster [JBC Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/125-jbc-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14) ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) Scored a 97 in Coffee Review but it’s hard to find details. [ pink bubblegum](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/168 "Hot pink (#FF69B4) directly mirrors the vibrant, artificial pink color of classic bubble gum, making it the most intuitive visual representation of this candy-forward flavor profile.") [ strawberry blossom](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/203 "This soft, dusty rose-pink hex color (#E8A5C1) captures the delicate balance of strawberry's warm fruitiness and the pale, subtle nature of blossom florality, evoking the visual appearance of strawberry flowers themselves.") [ blackberry buttercream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/204 "This deep purple-burgundy hex code represents the dark, rich blackberry fruit while the underlying warmth suggests the creamy, buttery sweetness of the flavor profile, creating a color that captures both the sophisticated fruitiness and indulgent creaminess of blackberry buttercream.") [ orange](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/17 "The orange flavor in coffee can evoke a vibrant, citrusy note that adds a refreshing and zesty dimension to the overall tasting experience. This flavor can be found in certain coffee origins, such as some Kenyan or Ethiopian coffee beans, where the high-altitude cultivation and processing methods bring out these distinct orange-like nuances.") [ purple grape](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/205 "purple grape") ### [ Rodrigo Sanchez - Candy Hearts ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/181-rodrigo-sanchez-candy-hearts-by-rbrigleb-1) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Feb 16, 2026 Since Roast 7 days Roaster [Black & White Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/23-black-white-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Hario Woodneck ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=18) Brew Recipe [ Linea Hario Woodneck Pour Over Recip... ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/53-linea-hario-woodneck-pour-over-recipe "Linea Hario Woodneck Pour Over Recipe") ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "The warm, golden-yellow hex code #D4A017 represents the deep, toasted color of caramel, which is a fitting visual representation of this sweet and decadent coffee flavor.") [ pink bubblegum](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/168 "Hot pink (#FF69B4) directly mirrors the vibrant, artificial pink color of classic bubble gum, making it the most intuitive visual representation of this candy-forward flavor profile.") [ butterscotch](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "The butterscotch flavor evokes a rich, creamy, and caramelized taste that can be found in certain specialty coffee beans, particularly those with notes of toffee, brown sugar, or sweet spices.") ### [ Rodrigo Sanchez - Candy Hearts ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/180-rodrigo-sanchez-candy-hearts-by-rbrigleb) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Feb 14, 2026 Since Roast 5 days Roaster [Black & White Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/23-black-white-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Hario V60 ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=15) Brew Recipe [ James Hoffmann's V60 Ultimate Techni... ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/28-james-hoffmanns-v60-ultimate-technique "James Hoffmann's V60 Ultimate Technique") ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) Quite a treat to have this to enjoy on Valentine’s Day… although I didn’t realize when I was grinding it how fresh it was! [ pink bubblegum](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/168 "Hot pink (#FF69B4) directly mirrors the vibrant, artificial pink color of classic bubble gum, making it the most intuitive visual representation of this candy-forward flavor profile.") [ jammy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/169 "This deep burgundy-purple represents the rich, concentrated sweetness and dark fruit characteristics of jammy flavors, evoking the color of berry preserves and fruit compotes that define this tasting profile.") [ sweet](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/171 "This warm, golden-brown tone represents the caramelized sweetness and rich sugar notes that define sweet coffee profiles, evoking the visual appearance of brown sugar and caramel that are often tasting descriptors in specialty coffee cuppings.") [ powdered sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/170 "This off-white, pale cream color directly mirrors the visual appearance of powdered sugar itself, evoking the delicate, refined sweetness and light, airy quality that characterizes this flavor profile in specialty coffee.") [ confectionary](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/173 "This warm, medium brown hex color (#D4A574) represents confectionary flavors because it visually evokes caramel, toffee, and roasted sugar—the core confectionary notes found in specialty 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) 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. [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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)