vanilla in Coffee - Which Coffees Taste Like It | Unpacking Coffee [Skip to content](#main-content) [ ![Unpacking Coffee Logo](/images/cuppin-logo.svg) Unpacking Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee) [ Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees) [ Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters) [ Clubs ](https://unpacking.coffee/clubs) [ Cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings) [ Recipes ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes) [ Origins ](https://unpacking.coffee/origins) [ Log in ](https://unpacking.coffee/login) [ ](https://unpacking.coffee/login "Log in") [ Register ](https://unpacking.coffee/register) [ ](https://unpacking.coffee/register "Register") [ Flavors ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors) vanilla vanilla ======= Delicate, fragrant sweetness. Common in washed coffees from Central America. Adds a gentle sweetness that enhances other flavor notes. On Unpacking Coffee, **vanilla** has been tasted in **5 cuppings** across **4 coffees** from **4 roasters** . Those coffees came from **Ecuador** , **Ethiopia** , **Guatemala** and **Mexico** . They are usually **washed** — 3 of the 3 with a recorded process. Tasters also noted **watermelon** , **calamansi** , **cane sugar** and **cherry** in the same cuppings. 5 cuppings logged 4 coffees tracked 4 roasters offering 4 growing origins Based on 5 cuppings logged here, most recently August 3, 2026. Cuppings Coffees that taste of vanilla ### [ 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](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/91-typica-mejorado) Country [Ecuador](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/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") ### [ Chapina ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/92-chapina) by [Upper Left Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/237-upper-left-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon) Country [Guatemala](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/guatemala) Region Huehuetenango Elevation 1,200-1,900m First noted Dec 10, 2025 Last tasted Feb 03, 2026 3 cuppings [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ nougat](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/31 "nougat") [ apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "apple") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "vanilla") ### [ Ethiopian Kercha ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/179-ethiopian-kercha) by [Cat & 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") ### [ La Unión MX Espresso ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/32-la-union-mx-espresso) by [Civil Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/232-civil-coffee) Process Washed, Natural Species Arabica Country [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico) First noted Jul 15, 2025 Last tasted Jul 15, 2025 1 cupping [ green apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/116 "green apple") [ honeycomb](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/114 "honeycomb") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "vanilla") [ chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "chocolate") Tasted alongside [ watermelon×2](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/111 "watermelon") [ calamansi×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/239 "calamansi") [ cane sugar×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/29 "cane sugar") [ cherry×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ chocolate×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "chocolate") [ grapefruit×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/20 "grapefruit") [ green apple×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/116 "green apple") [ honeycomb×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/114 "honeycomb") [ milk chocolate×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ strawberry ice cream×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/243 "strawberry ice cream") Where these coffees grow [ Ecuador 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ecuador) [ Ethiopia 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) [ Guatemala 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/guatemala) [ Mexico 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico) How they're processed 3 of the 4 coffees record a process. Washed 3 Natural 1 Roasters whose coffees hit this note [ C& Cat & Cloud Coffee 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/44-cat-cloud-coffee) [ CC Civil Coffee 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/232-civil-coffee) [ SC SK Coffee 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/290-sk-coffee) [ UL Upper Left Roasters 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/237-upper-left-roasters) Questions about vanilla in coffee ### What does vanilla taste like in coffee? Delicate, fragrant sweetness. Common in washed coffees from Central America. Adds a gentle sweetness that enhances other flavor notes. On Unpacking Coffee, vanilla has been tasted in 5 cuppings across 4 coffees from 4 roasters. Those coffees came from Ecuador, Ethiopia, Guatemala and Mexico. They are usually washed — 3 of the 3 with a recorded process. Tasters also noted watermelon, calamansi, cane sugar and cherry in the same cuppings. ### Which coffees taste like vanilla? 4 coffees have been tasted as vanilla, including Ecuador - Finca La Noria by SK Coffee, Chapina by Upper Left Roasters and Ethiopian Kercha by Cat & Cloud Coffee. ### Where do coffees that taste of vanilla come from? Those coffees came from Ecuador, Ethiopia, Guatemala and Mexico. ### What flavors pair with vanilla? Tasters also noted watermelon, calamansi, cane sugar and cherry in the same cuppings. Recent cuppings with vanilla tasted ### [ Ethiopian Kercha ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/267-ethiopian-kercha-by-jrrichardson) Cupped By [@jrrichardson](https://unpacking.coffee/users/jrrichardson) Cupped On Aug 03, 2026 Since Roast 8 days Roaster [Cat & Cloud Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/44-cat-cloud-coffee) Brew Method [ Espresso ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=3) 2 ![Jeff Richardson](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/027206870c2b86147f63e94237765739?s=120&d=identicon) Smooth, velvety and lush [ 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.") [ cane sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/29 "Cane sugar is a warm, sweet flavor that can often be detected in specialty coffee, providing a caramelized and almost honey-like taste experience.") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "Vanilla is a warm, sweet, and comforting flavor that often pairs well with specialty coffee, adding a creamy and indulgent note to the overall tasting experience.") [ strawberry ice cream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/243 "A soft, creamy pink that evokes the classic pastel hue of strawberry ice cream — bright enough to suggest ripe strawberry fruit, yet muted and warm to capture the milky, sweet creaminess of the frozen dessert.") ### [ Ecuador - Finca La Noria ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/262-ecuador-finca-la-noria-by-kandace) Cupped By [@kandace](https://unpacking.coffee/users/kandace) Cupped On Jul 16, 2026 Since Roast 37 days Roaster [SK Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/290-sk-coffee) Brew Method [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14) ![Kandace](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/fdaa2abead647809a27d8e53f03536f5?s=120&d=identicon) Found this at a sweet little cafe in Minneapolis. So happy to have grabbed a bag, delicious. [ watermelon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/111 "The bright, vibrant red-orange hex code #FF6347 was chosen to represent the watermelon flavor as it closely matches the color of a ripe, juicy watermelon.") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "Vanilla is a warm, sweet, and comforting flavor that often pairs well with specialty coffee, adding a creamy and indulgent note to the overall tasting experience.") ### [ Ecuador - Finca La Noria ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/261-ecuador-finca-la-noria-by-rbrigleb) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Jul 16, 2026 Since Roast 37 days Roaster [SK Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/290-sk-coffee) Brew Method [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14) ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ watermelon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/111 "The bright, vibrant red-orange hex code #FF6347 was chosen to represent the watermelon flavor as it closely matches the color of a ripe, juicy watermelon.") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "Vanilla is a warm, sweet, and comforting flavor that often pairs well with specialty coffee, adding a creamy and indulgent note to the overall tasting experience.") [ calamansi](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/239 "Calamansi presents in specialty coffee as a bright, tart citrus note with a unique complexity — more sour than orange but with a subtle floral sweetness that sets it apart from lime or lemon. It is commonly found as a tasting note in light-roasted, washed-process coffees from Southeast Asian origins such as the Philippines, where the fruit itself is native, as well as in some natural-process East African coffees that share its tangerine-like, juicy acidity. On the palate, it delivers a sharp, mouth-brightening acidity on the front with a lingering sweet-tart finish reminiscent of kumquat and mandarin.") [ grapefruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/20 "The grapefruit flavor in coffee can evoke a bright, zesty, and slightly acidic taste profile, similar to the tangy and refreshing characteristics of the fruit itself.") ### [ Chapina ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/152-chapina-by-rbrigleb) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Dec 10, 2025 Since Roast 22 days Roaster [Upper Left Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/237-upper-left-roasters) Brew Method [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14) ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) Basically a blend "anchored by coffees from the Huehuetenango region but continually tweaked to include what is best and available from Guatemala at any given time." [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "Vanilla is a warm, sweet, and comforting flavor that often pairs well with specialty coffee, adding a creamy and indulgent note to the overall tasting experience.") [ 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.") ### [ La Unión MX Espresso ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/61-la-union-mx-espresso-2025-07-15) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Jul 15, 2025 Since Roast 11 days Roaster [Civil Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/232-civil-coffee) Brew Method [ Espresso ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=3) Brew Recipe [ La Marzocco Home’s July 2025 La Unió... ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/10-la-marzocco-homes-july-2025-la-union-espresso-recipe "La Marzocco Home’s July 2025 La Unión Espresso Recipe") ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ green apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/116 "The light green color #90EE90 represents the fresh, lively character of the green apple flavor, evoking the vibrant hue of the fruit.") [ 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.") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "Vanilla is a warm, sweet, and comforting flavor that often pairs well with specialty coffee, adding a creamy and indulgent note to the overall tasting experience.") [ chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "The warm, earthy tone of the hex code #a06a42 represents the deep, complex, and indulgent qualities of the chocolate coffee flavor.") Explore other flavors [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22) [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5) [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33) [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65) [ caramel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23) [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34) [ peach ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3) [ butterscotch ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32) Use filters or recent searches to refine your results. Press Esc to close. Filters 12 showing Users 0 Coffees 0 Roasters 0 Recipes 0 Explore featured coffees Start typing to search across the entire database. [ ### [ Peru Guardian del Bosque ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/195-peru-guardian-del-bosque) by [Northbound Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/301-northbound-coffee-roasters) Certifications Organic Process Natural Varieties [Geisha](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/16-geisha) Country [Peru](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/peru) Region Amazonas Harvest 2025 Source Ronal Carranza Montenegro First noted Sep 10, 2026 Last tasted Sep 10, 2026 1 cupping [ dried strawberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/248 "dried strawberry") [ floral tropical fruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/257 "floral tropical fruit") [ fruit loops cereal](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/258 "fruit loops cereal") [ raw sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/160 "raw sugar") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/195-peru-guardian-del-bosque) [ ### [ Headliner ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/193-headliner) by [Broadsheet Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/300-broadsheet-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon), [Heirloom](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/84-heirloom) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Yirgacheffe Elevation 1400-1800m First noted Sep 08, 2026 0 cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/193-headliner) [ ### [ Yembek Anaerobic Natural ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/194-yembek-anaerobic-natural) by [Broadsheet Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/300-broadsheet-coffee-roasters) Process Natural Varieties [SL34](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/31-sl34) Country [Uganda](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/uganda) Region Kapchorwa Elevation 1800-2000m First noted Sep 08, 2026 Last tasted Sep 08, 2026 2 cuppings [ honey](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ raspberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/6 "raspberry") [ nectarine](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/126 "nectarine") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/194-yembek-anaerobic-natural) [ ### [ Victor Florez Chiroso ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/192-victor-florez-chiroso) by [HEX Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/299-hex-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Chiroso](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/101-chiroso) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Antioquia Elevation 1900m Source La Cartagena First noted Sep 04, 2026 Last tasted Sep 11, 2026 3 cuppings [ honeydew](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/221 "honeydew") [ tangerine blossom](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/254 "tangerine blossom") [ cocktail cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/255 "cocktail cherry") [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ tangerine](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/123 "tangerine") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/192-victor-florez-chiroso) [ ### [ Double Feature ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/191-double-feature) by [Messenger Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/298-messenger-coffee) and [Black & White Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/23-black-white-coffee-roasters) Process Thermal Shock Washed, Thermal Shock Natural Varieties [Pacamara](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/27-pacamara) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Huila Elevation 1750m First noted Sep 03, 2026 Last tasted Sep 03, 2026 1 cupping [ cherry blossom](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/253 "cherry blossom") [ peach](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3 "peach") [ mango](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/15 "mango") [ pineapple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/14 "pineapple") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/191-double-feature) [ ### [ Gerba Dogo Sodu ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/190-gerba-dogo-sodu) by [Passenger Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/164-passenger-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Guji First noted Sep 02, 2026 0 cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/190-gerba-dogo-sodu) [ ### [ Kenya Gachuiro AB ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/189-kenya-gachuiro-ab) by [Heart Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28), [SL34](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/31-sl34) Country [Kenya](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/kenya) Region Nyeri First noted Aug 29, 2026 Last tasted Aug 29, 2026 1 cupping [ marionberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/177 "marionberry") [ honey](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ hibiscus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/59 "hibiscus") [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/189-kenya-gachuiro-ab) [ ### [ Harmufo ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/188-harmufo) by [SEY](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/288-sey) Process Washed Varieties [Ethiopian Landrace](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/98-ethiopian-landrace) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Gedeb Elevation 2,300–2,400m Source Harmufo First noted Aug 26, 2026 Last tasted Aug 27, 2026 2 cuppings [ lemon candy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/251 "lemon candy") [ ripe stone fruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/252 "ripe stone fruit") [ honeydew](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/221 "honeydew") [ watermelon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/111 "watermelon") [ meyer lemon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/103 "meyer lemon") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/188-harmufo) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ The Answer ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/186-the-answer) by [Cat & 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ Takele Mammo ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/184-takele-mammo) by [Cat & 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)