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 key lime

key lime
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Key lime flavor in specialty coffee presents as a bright, tart citrus note with subtle tropical undertones and a distinctive acidic punch. This flavor profile is commonly found in coffees from Central American origins, particularly those processed with natural or honey methods that enhance fruity characteristics. The tartness and lime-forward acidity make it a sought-after descriptor in cupping notes, often paired with other citrus or stone fruit notes.

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Recent cuppings with key lime tasted

###  [ San Jerónimo Tecoatl ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/195-san-jeronimo-tecoatl-by-rbrigleb)

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Mar 28, 2026    Since Roast  11 days    Roaster  [ Paloma Craft Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/253-paloma-craft-coffee)    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")

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 [ key lime ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/188 "This pale yellow-green hex code (#C8E6A0) directly mirrors the visual appearance of key lime fruit itself—the characteristic pale green hue with warm yellow undertones that define this specific citrus variety, making it an intuitive and authentic color representation for this flavor.") [ green mango ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/189 "This yellow-green hex code (#B8D946) directly mirrors the visual appearance of an unripe green mango, capturing both the vibrant yellow-green hue and the fresh, youthful quality associated with this tropical fruit flavor in coffee.") [ peach ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3 "Peach-flavored coffee would likely have a bright, fruity aroma and a light, delicate sweetness, with hints of ripe, juicy peach and a subtle acidity that complements the natural coffee flavors.")

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###   [ Amilton Garcia Chimbo Geisha ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/156-amilton-garcia-chimbo-geisha)

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

      Process Washed      Varieties Geisha      Country Peru     Region Cajamarca       Source Amilton Garcia Chimbo - Las Bromelias

First noted

May 27, 2026

 Last tasted

May 27, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ jasmine honeysuckle ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/220 "jasmine honeysuckle") [ orange blossom ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/60 "orange blossom") [ stone fruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/125 "stone fruit") [ jasmine tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/164 "jasmine tea")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/156-amilton-garcia-chimbo-geisha)

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###   [ Anbessa ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/155-anbessa)

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

        Varieties Heirloom      Country Ethiopia

First noted

May 25, 2026

 Last tasted

May 25, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ pomegranate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/139 "pomegranate") [ rose ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/56 "rose") [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/155-anbessa)

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###   [ Peru Timbuyacu ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/154-peru-timbuyacu)

   by [ Stumptown Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/51-stumptown-coffee-roasters)

     Certifications Organic         Country Peru        Source Timbuyacu

First noted

May 18, 2026

 Last tasted

May 19, 2026

  2 cuppings

   [ buttery caramel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/218 "buttery caramel") [ stewed fruits ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/219 "stewed fruits") [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ butterscotch ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "butterscotch")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/154-peru-timbuyacu)

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###   [ Rwanda Nyampinga ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/153-rwanda-nyampinga)

   by [ Equator Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/100-equator-coffees)

     Certifications Fair Trade     Process Washed      Varieties Bourbon      Country Rwanda     Region Nyaruguru       Source Nyampinga

First noted

May 15, 2026

 Last tasted

May 16, 2026

  3 cuppings

   [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ black cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/176 "black cherry") [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/153-rwanda-nyampinga)

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###   [ Elite Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/152-elite-coffee)

   by [ Sandra Duarte ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/276-sandra-duarte)

First noted

May 13, 2026

 Last tasted

May 13, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ stone fruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/125 "stone fruit") [ roasted nuts ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/215 "roasted nuts")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/152-elite-coffee)

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###   [ Florida Weather ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/151-florida-weather)

   by [ Mythos Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/274-mythos-coffee)

      Process Anaerobic Natural, Natural        Blend Colombia and Ethiopia

First noted

May 13, 2026

 Last tasted

May 13, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ orange ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/17 "orange") [ sun-dried raisin ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/214 "sun-dried raisin") [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/151-florida-weather)

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###   [ Tanzania Peaberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/150-tanzania-peaberry)

   by [ Knowledge Perk Coffee Company ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/273-knowledge-perk-coffee-company)

     Certifications Rainforest Alliance     Process Washed        Country Tanzania     Region Northern Tanzania

First noted

May 13, 2026

 Last tasted

May 13, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ apple ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "apple") [ lime ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ allspice ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/213 "allspice")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/150-tanzania-peaberry)

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###   [ Colombia Nariño ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/149-colombia-narino)

   by [ DOMA Coffee Roasting Company ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/268-doma-coffee-roasting-company)

     Certifications Organic     Process Washed      Varieties Colombia, Castillo, Caturra      Country Colombia     Region Nariño      Harvest 2025     Source La Jacoba (smallholder Farmer Association)

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ chamomile ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/127 "chamomile") [ golden pear ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/211 "golden pear") [ maple syrup ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/26 "maple syrup")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/149-colombia-narino)

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###   [ Limited Ethiopia Natural ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/148-limited-ethiopia-natural)

   by [ Council Oak Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/266-council-oak-coffee-roasters)

      Process Natural      Varieties Wild Heirloom Ethiopia Arabica Cultivars      Country Ethiopia

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ nectarine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/126 "nectarine") [ berry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/109 "berry") [ floral ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/105 "floral")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/148-limited-ethiopia-natural)

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###   [ Santa Elena Geisha (IYKYK) ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/147-santa-elena-geisha-iykyk)

   by [ Three Oaks Roasting Co ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/263-three-oaks-roasting-co)

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ mandarin orange ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/142 "mandarin orange") [ lavender ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/57 "lavender") [ strawberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/7 "strawberry") [ lemongrass ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/106 "lemongrass") [ cane sugar ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/29 "cane sugar")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/147-santa-elena-geisha-iykyk)

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###   [ Colombia Huila, Santa Maria ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/146-colombia-huila-santa-maria)

   by [ Boonton Coffee Company ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/261-boonton-coffee-company)

      Process Washed      Varieties Castillo, Caturra      Country Colombia     Region Huila     Elevation 1500-1600m     Harvest 2025

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ pear ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/2 "pear")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/146-colombia-huila-santa-maria)

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###   [ Costa Rica Hellen Mora ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/145-costa-rica-hellen-mora)

   by [ HAYB ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/262-hayb)

      Process Natural      Varieties Geisha      Country Costa Rica     Region Tarrazú     Elevation 1800-1900m

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ strawberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/7 "strawberry")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/145-costa-rica-hellen-mora)
