lingering finish
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.
Cuppings
Coffees that taste of lingering finish
| Process | Washed |
| Varieties | Red Bourbon |
| Country | Guatemala |
| Region | Huehuetenango |
| Elevation | 1600 - 1900m |
| Harvest | 2025 |
| Source | Edwin Martinez, Finca Vista Hermoa |
First noted
May 11, 2026
Last tasted
May 11, 2026
2 cuppings
Recent cuppings with lingering finish tasted
| Cupped By | @Brewbom |
| Cupped On | May 11, 2026 |
| Since Roast | 10 days |
| Roaster | Torque Coffee |
| Brew Method | Pour-over |
Last cup of the season!
| Cupped By | @tommyrelder |
| Cupped On | May 11, 2026 |
| Since Roast | 37 days |
| Roaster | Torque Coffee |
| Brew Method | Chemex |
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