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Cuppings Recent cuppings with cocoa powder tasted ### [ Guatemala Flor de Maiz ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/139-guatemala-flor-de-maiz-by-rbrigleb) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Nov 14, 2025 Since Roast 7 days Roaster [ Máquina Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/53-maquina-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Hario Woodneck ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=18) Brew Recipe [ Hario Woodneck Basic Recipe ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/27-hario-woodneck-basic "Hario Woodneck Basic Recipe") ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) A simple, sweet cup. [ 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.") [ caramel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "The warm, golden-yellow hex code #D4A017 represents the deep, toasted color of caramel, which is a fitting visual representation of this sweet and decadent coffee flavor.") [ cocoa powder ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/35 "The dark brown hex code #703b0a was chosen to represent the deep, earthy tones of the cocoa powder flavor, which is similar to the color of unsweetened cocoa powder.") ### [ Ethiopia Suke Quto Decaf ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/73-ethiopia-suke-quto-decaf-2025-08-18) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Aug 18, 2025 Since Roast 12 days Roaster [ Roast House ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/234-roast-house) Brew Method [ Stagg ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=16) Brew Recipe [ Ray’s Basic Stagg for Two ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/8-rays-basic-stagg-for-two "Ray’s Basic Stagg for Two") ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ tangerine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/123 "The hex code #FFA500 represents a vibrant, warm orange color that is visually synonymous with the vivid hue of tangerines, capturing the bright, zesty nature of this coffee flavor.") [ cocoa powder ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/35 "The dark brown hex code #703b0a was chosen to represent the deep, earthy tones of the cocoa powder flavor, which is similar to the color of unsweetened cocoa powder.") [ blueberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/8 "The blueberry coffee flavor evokes a rich, deep blue hue, reminiscent of the juicy, sweet berries. This fruity note can add a delightful complexity to the coffee's profile, providing a unique and refreshing twist to the traditional coffee experience.") ### [ Rako ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/42-rako-2025-06-18) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Jun 18, 2025 Since Roast 2 days Roaster [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Hario V60 ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=15) ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "Dark chocolate is a rich, indulgent flavor that is often associated with deep, earthy notes in specialty coffee. The dark, almost black color of the hex code reflects the intensity and complexity of this flavor profile.") [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "Black tea flavor in specialty coffee is often described as having a rich, earthy, and slightly smoky profile. This flavor is commonly found in coffees from East African origins, such as Ethiopia and Kenya, where the coffee cherries are dried with the skin still intact, imparting the tea-like qualities. The flavor can also be brought out through extended roasting profiles.") [ cocoa powder ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/35 "The dark brown hex code #703b0a was chosen to represent the deep, earthy tones of the cocoa powder flavor, which is similar to the color of unsweetened cocoa powder.") ### [ Guatemala Sonrisa ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/36-guatemala-sonrisa-2025-06-13) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Jun 13, 2025 Since Roast 4 days Roaster [ Máquina Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/53-maquina-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Stagg ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=16) ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ bergamot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/107 "The light orange-yellow hue of #FFCC99 represents the bright, citrusy nature of the bergamot flavor.") [ meyer lemon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/103 "Meyer lemon is a bright, sunny citrus flavor that can lend a vibrant, zesty note to specialty coffee. The cheerful yellow color evokes the refreshing, slightly sweet character of this delicate lemon variety.") [ cocoa powder ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/35 "The dark brown hex code #703b0a was chosen to represent the deep, earthy tones of the cocoa powder flavor, which is similar to the color of unsweetened cocoa powder.") ### [ Guatemala Sonrisa ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/34-guatemala-sonrisa-2025-06-12) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Jun 12, 2025 Since Roast 3 days Roaster [ Máquina Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/53-maquina-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Stagg ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=16) ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "Dark chocolate is a rich, indulgent flavor that is often associated with deep, earthy notes in specialty coffee. The dark, almost black color of the hex code reflects the intensity and complexity of this flavor profile.") [ cocoa powder ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/35 "The dark brown hex code #703b0a was chosen to represent the deep, earthy tones of the cocoa powder flavor, which is similar to the color of unsweetened cocoa powder.") [ butterscotch ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "The butterscotch flavor evokes a rich, creamy, and caramelized taste that can be found in certain specialty coffee beans, particularly those with notes of toffee, brown sugar, or sweet spices.") ### [ Rayos del Sol ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/16-rayos-del-sol-2025-06-07) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Jun 07, 2025 Roaster [ Coava Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/70-coava-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Stagg ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=16) ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ hibiscus ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/59 "The hibiscus flavor in coffee evokes a bright, floral aroma and a vibrant, tart taste that can add a refreshing, almost tropical note to the drinking experience.") [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "Black tea flavor in specialty coffee is often described as having a rich, earthy, and slightly smoky profile. This flavor is commonly found in coffees from East African origins, such as Ethiopia and Kenya, where the coffee cherries are dried with the skin still intact, imparting the tea-like qualities. The flavor can also be brought out through extended roasting profiles.") [ cocoa powder ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/35 "The dark brown hex code #703b0a was chosen to represent the deep, earthy tones of the cocoa powder flavor, which is similar to the color of unsweetened cocoa powder.") ### [ Stereo Blend ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/11-stereo-blend-2025-06-04) Cupped By [@aruppel](https://unpacking.coffee/users/aruppel) Cupped On Jun 04, 2025 Roaster [ Heart Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ French Press ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=2) ![Amy Ruppel](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/fd1975d1d4a298c8b7ffffca49022f39?s=120&d=identicon) [ 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.") [ cocoa powder ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/35 "The dark brown hex code #703b0a was chosen to represent the deep, earthy tones of the cocoa powder flavor, which is similar to the color of unsweetened cocoa powder.") [ hay ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/67 "The "hay" flavor in coffee can evoke a warm, earthy, and slightly grassy aroma and taste, reminiscent of the golden hues of freshly cut hay. This flavor can be found in some light-to-medium roasted specialty coffees, often with notes of dried herbs and a subtle sweetness.") 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 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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) [ ### [ 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)