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 clove 

clove
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Intense, aromatic spice with slight numbing quality. Sometimes found in coffees from Indonesia and Yemen. Adds distinctive complexity and aromatic intensity.

Cuppings

Recent cuppings with clove tasted

###  [ Lo Mejor de Monserrate ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/81-lo-mejor-de-monserrate-2025-09-04) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Sep 04, 2025    Roaster  [ Coava Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/70-coava-coffee-roasters)    Brew Method  [ Hario V60 ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=15)    Brew Recipe  [ Hario's V60 Recipe ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/1-harios-v60-recipe "Hario's V60 Recipe")     

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

 [ 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.") [ clove ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/47 "Clove has a warm, spicy aroma and flavor that can add depth and complexity to specialty coffee. The rich, earthy tones of clove complement the natural sweetness and acidity found in high-quality coffee beans.") [ 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.") [ bittersweet chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/131 "The hex color #4C3A2E represents the deep, rich tones of bittersweet chocolate, capturing the balance of bitter and sweet that this flavor embodies.") 

###  [ Lo Mejor de Monserrate ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/80-lo-mejor-de-monserrate-2025-09-03) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Sep 03, 2025    Roaster  [ Coava Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/70-coava-coffee-roasters)    Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)     

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

 [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "Apricot is a bright, sweet, and fruity flavor that can be a delightful addition to specialty coffee. It often evokes the warm, sun-kissed hues of the apricot fruit and can add a subtle, yet distinctive, layer of complexity to the coffee's aroma and taste.") [ clove ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/47 "Clove has a warm, spicy aroma and flavor that can add depth and complexity to specialty coffee. The rich, earthy tones of clove complement the natural sweetness and acidity found in high-quality coffee beans.") [ orange peel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "The hex code #FFA500 represents the vibrant, golden-orange hue of an orange peel, which visually captures the bright, citrusy nature of this coffee flavor.") [ bittersweet chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/131 "The hex color #4C3A2E represents the deep, rich tones of bittersweet chocolate, capturing the balance of bitter and sweet that this flavor embodies.") 

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###   [ 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      Country 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")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/175-ecuador-finca-la-noria) 

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###   [ Honduras Byron Hernandez ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/174-honduras-byron-hernandez)  

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

      Process Washed      Varieties Pacas      Country Honduras     Region Santa Barbara     Elevation 1820m        

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ cantaloupe ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/238 "cantaloupe") [ raspberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/6 "raspberry") [ honeysuckle ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/62 "honeysuckle")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/174-honduras-byron-hernandez) 

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###   [ Colombia Young Producers ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/173-colombia-young-producers)  

   by [ Branch Street Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/289-branch-street-coffee-roasters)

      Process Co-fermented and experimental (Strawberries, red wine yeast, fruit glucose, CO2)     Species Arabica     Varieties Caturra, Castillo      Country Colombia      Elevation 1700m      Source Columbia Young Producers Development Lot - Antioquia, Quindío And Huila      

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ star fruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/237 "star fruit") [ papaya ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/16 "papaya") [ orange blossom ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/60 "orange blossom")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/173-colombia-young-producers) 

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###   [ Juan Jiménez, El Porvenir ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/172-juan-jimenez-el-porvenir)  

   by [ Sey ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/288-sey)

      Process Washed      Varieties Pink Bourbon, Ethiopian Landrace      Country Colombia       Harvest February 2026     Source El Porvenir - Santa Barbara, Palestina      

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ citrus ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ apple blossom ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/146 "apple blossom") [ lychee ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "lychee")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/172-juan-jimenez-el-porvenir) 

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###   [ Juan Jimiménez, El Porvenir ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/171-juan-jimimenez-el-porvenir)  

   by [ Sey ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/288-sey)

      Process Washed      Varieties Pink Bourbon, Ethiopian Landrace      Country Colombia     Region Huila     Elevation 1700m     Harvest February 2026       

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

  0 cuppings 

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/171-juan-jimimenez-el-porvenir) 

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###   [ Rwanda Nyungwe ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/170-rwanda-nyungwe)  

   by [ Process Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/287-process-coffee)

      Process Anaerobic Natural        Country Rwanda        Source Nyungwe      

First noted

Jul 04, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 05, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ rhubarb ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/212 "rhubarb") [ strawberry compote ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/235 "strawberry compote") [ citrus peel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/236 "citrus peel") [ strawberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/7 "strawberry") [ citrus ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/170-rwanda-nyungwe) 

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###   [ Olgar Ortega ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/169-olgar-ortega)  

   by [ ilse ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/286-ilse)

      Process Washed      Varieties Caturra      Country Colombia     Region San Agustín     Elevation 1750m     Harvest August 2025     Source Villa Maria      

First noted

Jun 30, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 30, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ plum ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/10 "plum") [ raisin ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/12 "raisin") [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ orange peel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "orange peel")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/169-olgar-ortega) 

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###   [ Robinson Salamanaca ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/168-robinson-salamanaca)  

   by [ ilse ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/286-ilse)

      Process Washed      Varieties Pink Bourbon      Country Colombia     Region San Agustín       Source San Isidro      

First noted

Jun 24, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 24, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ pine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/74 "pine") [ lemongrass ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/106 "lemongrass") [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ lemon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/18 "lemon")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/168-robinson-salamanaca) 

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###   [ Illumination | Washed Carbonic Macerated ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/167-illumination-washed-carbonic-macerated)  

   by [ Savage Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/285-savage-coffees)

      Process Washed, Carbonic Maceration      Varieties Geisha      Country Panama     Region Chiriqui       Source Finca Deborah      

First noted

Jun 24, 2026

 Last tasted

Jun 24, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ pomegranate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/139 "pomegranate") [ nectarine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/126 "nectarine") [ black tea ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/167-illumination-washed-carbonic-macerated) 

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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)
