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 dried apricot 

dried apricot
=============

Dried apricot is a delicate stone fruit note commonly found in naturally processed and honey-processed coffees, particularly from East African origins like Ethiopia and Kenya. This flavor presents as a sweet, slightly tangy stone fruit character with subtle caramel and jammy undertones, often accompanied by a soft, velvety mouthfeel. The flavor is frequently enhanced by fermentation during processing and tends to emerge more prominently in lighter to medium roasts where the fruit-forward characteristics are preserved.

Cuppings

Coffees that taste of dried apricot

###  [ Finca Cual Bicicleta Honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/136-finca-cual-bicicleta-honey) 

 by [ Recluse Roasting Project ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/255-recluse-roasting-project)

    Process Honey   Varieties [Lempira](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/89-lempira), [Parainema](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/90-parainema), [Catuaí](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/11-catuai)   Country  [Honduras](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/honduras)    Elevation 1560m   Source Oscar Omar Alonzo    

First noted

Apr 25, 2026

Last tasted

May 06, 2026

 2 cuppings 

 [ lemon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/18 "lemon") [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ dried apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/200 "dried apricot") [ orange peel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "orange peel") 

###  [ Peru Umapata Community ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/166-peru-umapata-community) 

 by [ Camellia Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/284-camellia-coffee-roasters)

    Process Washed   Varieties [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon), [Castillo](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/13-castillo), [Typica](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/34-typica)   Country  [Peru](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/peru)    Region Cusco   Source Yungas Coffee Project    

First noted

Jun 22, 2026

Last tasted

Jun 22, 2026

 1 cupping 

 [ swiss orange chip](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/230 "swiss orange chip") [ dried apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/200 "dried apricot") [ butter toffee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/231 "butter toffee") [ mandarin jam](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/233 "mandarin jam") [ cara cara zest](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/234 "cara cara zest") 

Recent cuppings with dried apricot tasted

###  [ Peru Umapata Community ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/249-peru-umapata-community-by-rbrigleb) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Jun 22, 2026    Since Roast  13 days    Roaster  [ Camellia Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/284-camellia-coffee-roasters)    Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)     

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

 [ cara cara zest](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/234 "Cara cara zest in specialty coffee presents as a bright, sweet-tart citrus note with a distinctive complexity — sweeter and less acidic than standard orange zest, with subtle berry undertones (reminiscent of cranberry or raspberry) and delicate floral aromatics. This flavor is most commonly found in washed or lightly honey-processed coffees from East Africa (particularly Ethiopia and Kenya) and Central America, where high-altitude growing conditions and varietal genetics produce vibrant, nuanced citrus acidity. The "zest" quality specifically evokes the aromatic oils of the peel — bright, effervescent, and slightly resinous — rather than the juice, giving the cup a lifted, lingering finish.") [ dried apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/200 "Warm, muted tan-brown with golden undertones that evoke the dried fruit itself") [ butter toffee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/231 "A warm, deep amber-gold that evokes the rich, caramelized sugar and melted butter tones of classic toffee candy.") [ swiss orange chip](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/230 "A warm, vivid burnt orange that blends the brightness of fresh citrus zest with the depth of dark chocolate — evoking both the tangy orange peel and the rich cocoa bitterness characteristic of this flavor profile.") [ mandarin jam](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/233 "A warm, deep orange reminiscent of cooked mandarin peel and caramelized citrus sugars — the exact hue of mandarin jam in a jar held up to light.") 

###  [ Finca Cual Bicicleta Honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/208-finca-cual-bicicleta-honey-by-rbrigleb) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Apr 25, 2026    Since Roast  24 days    Roaster  [ Recluse Roasting Project ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/255-recluse-roasting-project)    Brew Method  [ Kalita Wave ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=11)     

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

 [ lemon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/18 "Lemon is a bright, citrusy flavor that can add a refreshing, tangy note to specialty coffee. The vibrant yellow color suggests the zesty, tart qualities that this flavor can bring to the coffee-drinking experience.") [ dried apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/200 "Warm, muted tan-brown with golden undertones that evoke the dried fruit itself") [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "The hex code #7B3F00 represents a dark, warm brown color that closely resembles the appearance of milk chocolate, making it an appropriate visual representation of this flavor profile.") 

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) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ The Answer ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/186-the-answer)  

   by [ Cat &amp; 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) 

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###   [ 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) 

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###   [ Takele Mammo ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/184-takele-mammo)  

   by [ Cat &amp; 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) 

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###   [ Juan Puerta Mango ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/183-juan-puerta-mango)  

   by [ Resident Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/296-resident-coffee-roasters)

      Process Co-fermented and experimental (Mango)      Varieties [Castillo](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/13-castillo)      Country   [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)       Region Quindío     Elevation 1386m      Source La Sirena      

First noted

Aug 11, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 11, 2026

  3 cuppings 

   [ mango](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/15 "mango") [ mango lollipop](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/246 "mango lollipop") [ fruit rollup](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/245 "fruit rollup") [ jumex mango nectar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/247 "jumex mango nectar") [ cream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/86 "cream")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/183-juan-puerta-mango) 

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###   [ Fondo Paez ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/182-fondo-paez)  

   by [ Amavida Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/294-amavida-coffee-roasters)

     Certifications Organic         Country   [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)          Source Fondo Paez Cooperative      

First noted

Aug 09, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 23, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ brown sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/28 "brown sugar") [ apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/182-fondo-paez) 

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###   [ 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")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/181-santa-maria) 

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###   [ San Antonio La Paz ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/180-san-antonio-la-paz)  

   by [ Water Avenue Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/291-water-avenue-coffee)

      Process Washed      Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon), [Castillo San Ramon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/100-castillo-san-ramon)      Country   [Guatemala](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/guatemala)       Region Sierra de Las Minas     Elevation 1200-1400m        

First noted

Aug 05, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 05, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ orange](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/17 "orange") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ black walnut syrup](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/244 "black walnut syrup")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/180-san-antonio-la-paz) 

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###   [ Ethiopian Kercha ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/179-ethiopian-kercha)  

   by [ Cat &amp; Cloud Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/44-cat-cloud-coffee)

          Country   [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia)       Region Guji         

First noted

Aug 03, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 03, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ cane sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/29 "cane sugar") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "vanilla") [ strawberry ice cream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/243 "strawberry ice cream")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/179-ethiopian-kercha) 

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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](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/34-typica), [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon)      Country   [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico)       Region Chiapas      Harvest 2026     Source José And Karina Argüello      

First noted

Jul 28, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 04, 2026

  3 cuppings 

   [ chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "chocolate") [ earl grey tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/242 "earl grey tea") [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ grapefruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/20 "grapefruit") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime")  

  ](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](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/99-penasco), [Typica](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/34-typica)      Country   [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/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](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/16-geisha)      Country   [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/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)
