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 chocolate ganache 

chocolate ganache
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Chocolate ganache presents as a rich, smooth secondary flavor in specialty coffee, characterized by deep cocoa notes with a velvety mouthfeel and subtle sweetness. This flavor is commonly found in coffees from Central and South American origins, particularly those with natural or honey processing methods that enhance chocolate and caramel undertones. The ganache-like quality suggests a luxurious, almost dessert-like intensity that develops in medium to dark roasts with balanced acidity and full body.

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###  [ Sitio Da Torre ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/196-sitio-da-torre-by-rbrigleb) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Mar 30, 2026    Since Roast  18 days    Roaster  [ Square Mile Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/196-square-mile-coffee-roasters)    Brew Method  [ Hario V60 ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=15)     

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 [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "The cherry flavor in coffee often evokes a deep, rich red color, reminiscent of the juicy, ripe cherries that provide the inspiration. This flavor can add a sweet, fruity complexity to the coffee's taste profile, creating a unique and delightful experience for the discerning coffee connoisseur.") [ chocolate ganache ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/190 "This deep brown hex code (#3d2817) directly mirrors the dark, rich color of actual chocolate ganache, capturing both the visual appearance and the sophisticated, indulgent nature of this flavor profile in coffee.") [ raspberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/6 "Raspberry-flavored coffee often has a bright, fruity acidity and a sweet, floral aroma that complements the richness of the coffee. The vibrant pink color of the hex code #FFC0CB evokes the tart, juicy character of fresh raspberries.") [ black cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/176 "This deep burgundy-red hex code (#8B1538) represents black cherry because it captures the dark, rich pigmentation of ripe black cherries while maintaining the slight purple undertone that reflects the fruit's complexity and the wine-like qualities often associated with this flavor in coffee tasting.") 

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###   [ Finca Santa Cruz Washed ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/178-finca-santa-cruz-washed)  

   by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters)

      Process Washed      Varieties Typica, Bourbon      Country Mexico     Region Chiapas      Harvest 2026     Source José And Karina Argüello      

First noted

Jul 28, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 28, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ grapefruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/20 "grapefruit") [ earl grey tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/242 "earl grey tea") [ chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "chocolate")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/178-finca-santa-cruz-washed) 

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###   [ Gamaliel Ríos Ortíz ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/177-gamaliel-rios-ortiz)  

   by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters)

      Process Honey      Varieties Peñasco, Typica      Country Mexico     Region Chiapas      Harvest 2025     Source La Concordia      

First noted

Jul 21, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 21, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ peach ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3 "peach") [ citrus ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ caramel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ butterscotch ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "butterscotch")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/177-gamaliel-rios-ortiz) 

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###   [ Finca Santa Cruz Natural ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/176-finca-santa-cruz-natural)  

   by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters)

        Varieties Geisha      Country Mexico     Region Chiapas       Source Finca Santa Cruz      

First noted

Jul 19, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 19, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ chilled red wine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/240 "chilled red wine") [ lime ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ cacao nibs ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/241 "cacao nibs")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/176-finca-santa-cruz-natural) 

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###   [ Ecuador - Finca La Noria ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/175-ecuador-finca-la-noria)  

   by [ SK Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/290-sk-coffee)

      Process Washed      Varieties Typica Mejorado      Country Ecuador     Region Loja     Elevation 2170m      Source Finca La Noria      

First noted

Jul 16, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 16, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ vanilla ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "vanilla") [ watermelon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/111 "watermelon") [ grapefruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/20 "grapefruit") [ calamansi ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/239 "calamansi")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/175-ecuador-finca-la-noria) 

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###   [ Honduras Byron Hernandez ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/174-honduras-byron-hernandez)  

   by [ Heart Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters)

      Process Washed      Varieties Pacas      Country Honduras     Region Santa Barbara     Elevation 1820m        

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ cantaloupe ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/238 "cantaloupe") [ raspberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/6 "raspberry") [ honeysuckle ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/62 "honeysuckle")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/174-honduras-byron-hernandez) 

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###   [ Colombia Young Producers ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/173-colombia-young-producers)  

   by [ Branch Street Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/289-branch-street-coffee-roasters)

      Process Co-fermented and experimental (Strawberries, red wine yeast, fruit glucose, CO2)     Species Arabica     Varieties Caturra, Castillo      Country Colombia      Elevation 1700m      Source Columbia Young Producers Development Lot - Antioquia, Quindío And Huila      

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ star fruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/237 "star fruit") [ papaya ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/16 "papaya") [ orange blossom ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/60 "orange blossom")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/173-colombia-young-producers) 

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

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

      Process Washed      Varieties Pink Bourbon, Ethiopian Landrace      Country 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")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/172-juan-jimenez-el-porvenir) 

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###   [ Juan Jimiménez, El Porvenir ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/171-juan-jimimenez-el-porvenir)  

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

      Process Washed      Varieties Pink Bourbon, Ethiopian Landrace      Country Colombia     Region Huila     Elevation 1700m     Harvest February 2026       

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

  0 cuppings 

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/171-juan-jimimenez-el-porvenir) 

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###   [ Rwanda Nyungwe ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/170-rwanda-nyungwe)  

   by [ Process Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/287-process-coffee)

      Process Anaerobic Natural        Country Rwanda        Source Nyungwe      

First noted

Jul 04, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 05, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ rhubarb ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/212 "rhubarb") [ strawberry compote ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/235 "strawberry compote") [ citrus peel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/236 "citrus peel") [ strawberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/7 "strawberry") [ citrus ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/170-rwanda-nyungwe) 

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###   [ Olgar Ortega ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/169-olgar-ortega)  

   by [ ilse ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/286-ilse)

      Process Washed      Varieties Caturra      Country Colombia     Region San Agustín     Elevation 1750m     Harvest August 2025     Source Villa Maria      

First noted

Jun 30, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 30, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ plum ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/10 "plum") [ raisin ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/12 "raisin") [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ orange peel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "orange peel")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/169-olgar-ortega) 

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###   [ Robinson Salamanaca ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/168-robinson-salamanaca)  

   by [ ilse ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/286-ilse)

      Process Washed      Varieties Pink Bourbon      Country Colombia     Region San Agustín       Source San Isidro      

First noted

Jun 24, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 24, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ pine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/74 "pine") [ lemongrass ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/106 "lemongrass") [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ lemon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/18 "lemon")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/168-robinson-salamanaca) 

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###   [ Illumination | Washed Carbonic Macerated ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/167-illumination-washed-carbonic-macerated)  

   by [ Savage Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/285-savage-coffees)

      Process Washed, Carbonic Maceration      Varieties Geisha      Country Panama     Region Chiriqui       Source Finca Deborah      

First noted

Jun 24, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 24, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ pomegranate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/139 "pomegranate") [ nectarine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/126 "nectarine") [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/167-illumination-washed-carbonic-macerated)
