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 lingering finish

lingering finish
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A lingering finish in specialty coffee refers to the persistent aftertaste that remains on the palate after swallowing, often lasting 30 seconds to several minutes. This characteristic is highly prized in high-quality coffees and typically indicates complex flavor compounds, good body, and excellent extraction. Coffees with lingering finishes are commonly found in single-origin beans from regions like Ethiopia, Kenya, and Colombia, particularly those processed using natural or honey methods that enhance sweetness and complexity.

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Recent cuppings with lingering finish tasted

###  [ Centenario - Edwin Martinez, Guatemala ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/221-centenario-edwin-martinez-guatemala-by-brewbom)

    Cupped By  [@Brewbom](https://unpacking.coffee/users/Brewbom)    Cupped On  May 11, 2026    Since Roast  10 days    Roaster  [ Torque Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/259-torque-coffee)    Brew Method  [ Pour-over ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=1)

 ![Andy Newbom](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/e0d05ec1c081c2f38acd1879143f4fb7?s=120&d=identicon)

 Last cup of the season!

 [ 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.") [ floral ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/105 "The light, pastel purple-pink color #FFCBF2 is chosen to represent the floral flavor profile as it evokes the soft, delicate tones of many flowers.") [ 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.") [ lingering finish ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/209 "This warm, earthy brown represents the sustained, deep impression left by a quality coffee's aftertaste—much like how the color itself seems to linger in perception rather than fade quickly.") [ 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.") [ honeycomb ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/114 "The golden-yellow color of #FFD700 is reminiscent of the warm, amber hue of real honeycomb, making it an appropriate visual representation of this sweet and unique coffee flavor.") [ fuji apple ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/210 "This muted red-brown hex code (#D4534F) represents the deep red skin of a Fuji apple while incorporating earthy undertones that reflect the coffee's body and complexity, capturing both the fruit's vibrant character and the coffee's roasted foundation.")

###  [ Centenario - Edwin Martinez, Guatemala ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/220-centenario-edwin-martinez-guatemala-by-tommyrelder)

    Cupped By  [@tommyrelder](https://unpacking.coffee/users/tommyrelder)    Cupped On  May 11, 2026    Since Roast  37 days    Roaster  [ Torque Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/259-torque-coffee)    Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)

 ![Tommy Elder](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/a8249209890d14e9f0c4ccb057ecae2e?s=120&d=identicon)

 [ 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.") [ 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.") [ floral ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/105 "The light, pastel purple-pink color #FFCBF2 is chosen to represent the floral flavor profile as it evokes the soft, delicate tones of many flowers.") [ 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.") [ lingering finish ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/209 "This warm, earthy brown represents the sustained, deep impression left by a quality coffee's aftertaste—much like how the color itself seems to linger in perception rather than fade quickly.")

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###   [ 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 Typica, Bourbon, Castillo      Country 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")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/166-peru-umapata-community)

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###   [ Cherry Pick ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/165-cherry-pick)

   by [ Yeri Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/283-yeri-coffee)

     Certifications Rainforest Alliance, Direct Trade     Process Anaerobic Natural        Country India     Region Chikmagalur     Elevation 1250–1450m      Source Ratnagiri Estate

First noted

Jun 15, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 15, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ sweet apple ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/228 "sweet apple") [ cherry jam ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/229 "cherry jam") [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/165-cherry-pick)

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###   [ La Guaca ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/164-la-guaca)

   by [ Methodical Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/142-methodical-coffee-roasters)

      Process Honey      Varieties Red Catuai      Country Costa Rica     Region Chirripó       Source Régulo Ureña And Isabel Rojas

First noted

Jun 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 14, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ melon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/180 "melon") [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "chocolate")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/164-la-guaca)

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###   [ Dark Star ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/163-dark-star)

   by [ Linea Caffe ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/226-linea-caffe-1)

First noted

Jun 09, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 09, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ bittersweet chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/131 "bittersweet chocolate") [ bing cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/167 "bing cherry") [ mandarin orange ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/142 "mandarin orange")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/163-dark-star)

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###   [ Pacayal Honey Lot ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/162-pacayal-honey-lot)

   by [ Heirloom Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/281-heirloom-coffee-roasters)

     Certifications USDA Organic, Regenerative Organic Certified, Clean Craft     Process Honey        Country Honduras     Region De La Paz

First noted

Jun 09, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 09, 2026

  2 cuppings

   [ orange blossom ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/60 "orange blossom") [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ plum ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/10 "plum")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/162-pacayal-honey-lot)

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###   [ Andrés Martínez ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/161-andres-martinez-1)

   by [ Mom ‘n ‘em Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/280-mom-n-em-coffee)

      Process Co-fermented and experimental (Black Honey, Blackberry)      Varieties Caturra      Country Colombia     Region Cauca     Elevation 1750m      Source El Sendero

First noted

Jun 06, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 08, 2026

  3 cuppings

   [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ demerara ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/227 "demerara") [ macerated berries ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/226 "macerated berries") [ blackberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/9 "blackberry") [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/161-andres-martinez-1)

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###   [ Colombia - Finca El Diviso - Estate ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/160-colombia-finca-el-diviso-estate)

   by [ Stereoscope ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/279-stereoscope)

      Process Washed, Anaerobic Fermentation      Varieties Caturra      Country Colombia     Region Huila     Elevation 1750-1850m      Source Finca El Diviso

First noted

Jun 04, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 04, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ candied pineapple ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/222 "candied pineapple") [ strawberry yogurt ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/223 "strawberry yogurt") [ milky ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/224 "milky") [ coconut ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/225 "coconut")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/160-colombia-finca-el-diviso-estate)

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###   [ Ethiopia Habtamu Fikadu ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/159-ethiopia-habtamu-fikadu)

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

      Process Washed      Varieties Dega, Wolisho, Kurume      Country Ethiopia     Region Yirgacheffe     Elevation 2000m

First noted

Jun 01, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 01, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ honeydew ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/221 "honeydew") [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ lilac ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/143 "lilac")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/159-ethiopia-habtamu-fikadu)

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###   [ Kenya Embu ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/158-kenya-embu)

   by [ Deux Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/278-deux-coffee-roasters)

          Country Kenya     Region Embu

First noted

May 31, 2026

 Last tasted

May 31, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ malt ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/82 "malt") [ stone fruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/125 "stone fruit") [ winey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/77 "winey")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/158-kenya-embu)

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###   [ Honduras Benjamin Paz La Salsa ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/157-honduras-benjamin-paz-la-salsa)

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

      Process Washed      Varieties SL28      Country Honduras     Region Santa Barbara     Elevation 1680-1730m      Source El Cedral

First noted

May 30, 2026

 Last tasted

May 30, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ peach ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3 "peach") [ mandarin orange ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/142 "mandarin orange") [ honeysuckle ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/62 "honeysuckle")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/157-honduras-benjamin-paz-la-salsa)

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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)
