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 hibiscus

hibiscus
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Tart, vibrant floral with berry-like qualities. Present in some East African coffees. Adds bright, complex floral character with pleasant acidity.

Cuppings

Recent cuppings with hibiscus tasted

###  [ Ethiopia Gerba Dogo Sodu ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/215-ethiopia-gerba-dogo-sodu-by-rbrigleb-1)

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  May 06, 2026    Since Roast  6 days    Roaster  [ Heart Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters)    Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)

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

 [ strawberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/7 "Strawberry-flavored coffee evokes a bright, sweet, and vibrant tasting experience, with notes of ripe berries and a touch of acidity that can balance the richness of the coffee.") [ brown sugar ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/28 "Brown sugar brings to mind a rich, caramelized sweetness that can be found in certain specialty coffee profiles, particularly in dark roasts or coffee from regions with distinct brown sugar notes.") [ 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.") [ 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.")

###  [ Ethiopia Gerba Dogo Sodu ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/172-ethiopia-gerba-dogo-sodu-by-rbrigleb)

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Jan 14, 2026    Roaster  [ Heart Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-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)

 [ strawberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/7 "Strawberry-flavored coffee evokes a bright, sweet, and vibrant tasting experience, with notes of ripe berries and a touch of acidity that can balance the richness of the coffee.") [ brown sugar ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/28 "Brown sugar brings to mind a rich, caramelized sweetness that can be found in certain specialty coffee profiles, particularly in dark roasts or coffee from regions with distinct brown sugar notes.") [ 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.")

###  [ Colombia Edinson Argote Gesha ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/166-colombia-edinson-argote-gesha-by-rbrigleb)

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Dec 30, 2025    Since Roast  14 days    Roaster  [ PERC COFFEE ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/243-perc-coffee)    Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)

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

 [ honeysuckle ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/62 "The soft, golden-yellow hue of #FFEC8B represents the natural, sunny color of honeysuckle flowers, capturing the delicate and inviting nature of this flavor.") [ 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.") [ 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.") [ raw sugar ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/160 "This warm, earthy tan-brown hex code directly mirrors the visual appearance of raw cane sugar crystals, evoking the natural, unprocessed quality of the flavor while maintaining enough warmth to suggest the sweetness and caramel notes present in the tasting profile.")

###  [ Colombia Luz Divia Fierro ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/55-colombia-luz-divia-fierro-2025-07-06)

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Jul 06, 2025    Since Roast  11 days    Roaster  [ Heart Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters)    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)

 [ pineapple ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/14 "The pineapple flavor in coffee evokes a bright, tropical taste with a sweet and slightly tart aroma. The vibrant yellow color represents the sunny, energizing experience of sipping a coffee with this unique fruity profile.") [ 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.") [ 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.")

###  [ 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.")

###  [ Rayos del Sol ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/12-rayos-del-sol-2025-06-04)

    Cupped By  [@kandace](https://unpacking.coffee/users/kandace)    Cupped On  Jun 04, 2025    Roaster  [ Coava Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/70-coava-coffee-roasters)    Brew Method  [ Stagg ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=16)

 ![Kandace](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/fdaa2abead647809a27d8e53f03536f5?s=120&d=identicon)

 [ passion fruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/104 "Passion fruit is a vibrant, tropical flavor that can add a bright, tart, and slightly sweet note to specialty coffee. Its bold, fruity character can complement the complex flavors found in high-quality coffee beans.") [ 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.") [ toffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/24 "The warm, brown hue of #A67B5B represents the deep, toasted notes of toffee, evoking the caramelized sugar and roasted nut characteristics of this coffee flavor.")

###  [ Ethiopia Layo Teraga ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/8-ethiopia-layo-teraga-2025-05-31)

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  May 31, 2025    Roaster  [ Heart Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters)    Brew Method  [ Stagg ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=16)

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

 [ peach ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3 "Peach-flavored coffee would likely have a bright, fruity aroma and a light, delicate sweetness, with hints of ripe, juicy peach and a subtle acidity that complements the natural coffee flavors.") [ cotton candy ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/101 "The cotton candy flavor evokes a sweet, fluffy, and light-bodied coffee that may have a delicate, airy texture and a delightful, whimsical character.") [ 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.")

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###   [ Rwanda Nyampinga ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/153-rwanda-nyampinga)

   by [ Equator Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/100-equator-coffees)

     Certifications Fair Trade     Process Washed      Varieties Bourbon      Country Rwanda     Region Nyaruguru       Source Nyampinga

First noted

May 15, 2026

 Last tasted

May 16, 2026

  3 cuppings

   [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ black cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/176 "black cherry") [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/153-rwanda-nyampinga)

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###   [ Elite Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/152-elite-coffee)

   by [ Sandra Duarte ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/276-sandra-duarte)

First noted

May 13, 2026

 Last tasted

May 13, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ stone fruit ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/125 "stone fruit") [ roasted nuts ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/215 "roasted nuts")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/152-elite-coffee)

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###   [ Florida Weather ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/151-florida-weather)

   by [ Mythos Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/274-mythos-coffee)

      Process Anaerobic Natural, Natural        Blend Colombia and Ethiopia

First noted

May 13, 2026

 Last tasted

May 13, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ orange ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/17 "orange") [ sun-dried raisin ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/214 "sun-dried raisin") [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/151-florida-weather)

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###   [ Tanzania Peaberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/150-tanzania-peaberry)

   by [ Knowledge Perk Coffee Company ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/273-knowledge-perk-coffee-company)

     Certifications Rainforest Alliance     Process Washed        Country Tanzania     Region Northern Tanzania

First noted

May 13, 2026

 Last tasted

May 13, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ apple ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/1 "apple") [ lime ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ allspice ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/213 "allspice")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/150-tanzania-peaberry)

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###   [ Colombia Nariño ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/149-colombia-narino)

   by [ DOMA Coffee Roasting Company ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/268-doma-coffee-roasting-company)

     Certifications Organic     Process Washed      Varieties Colombia, Castillo, Caturra      Country Colombia     Region Nariño      Harvest 2025     Source La Jacoba (smallholder Farmer Association)

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ chamomile ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/127 "chamomile") [ golden pear ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/211 "golden pear") [ maple syrup ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/26 "maple syrup")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/149-colombia-narino)

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###   [ Limited Ethiopia Natural ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/148-limited-ethiopia-natural)

   by [ Council Oak Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/266-council-oak-coffee-roasters)

      Process Natural      Varieties Wild Heirloom Ethiopia Arabica Cultivars      Country Ethiopia

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ nectarine ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/126 "nectarine") [ berry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/109 "berry") [ floral ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/105 "floral")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/148-limited-ethiopia-natural)

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###   [ Santa Elena Geisha (IYKYK) ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/147-santa-elena-geisha-iykyk)

   by [ Three Oaks Roasting Co ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/263-three-oaks-roasting-co)

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ mandarin orange ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/142 "mandarin orange") [ lavender ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/57 "lavender") [ strawberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/7 "strawberry") [ lemongrass ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/106 "lemongrass") [ cane sugar ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/29 "cane sugar")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/147-santa-elena-geisha-iykyk)

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###   [ Colombia Huila, Santa Maria ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/146-colombia-huila-santa-maria)

   by [ Boonton Coffee Company ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/261-boonton-coffee-company)

      Process Washed      Varieties Castillo, Caturra      Country Colombia     Region Huila     Elevation 1500-1600m     Harvest 2025

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ pear ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/2 "pear")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/146-colombia-huila-santa-maria)

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###   [ Costa Rica Hellen Mora ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/145-costa-rica-hellen-mora)

   by [ HAYB ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/262-hayb)

      Process Natural      Varieties Geisha      Country Costa Rica     Region Tarrazú     Elevation 1800-1900m

First noted

May 12, 2026

 Last tasted

May 12, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ strawberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/7 "strawberry")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/145-costa-rica-hellen-mora)

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###   [ Centenario - Edwin Martinez, Guatemala ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/144-centenario-edwin-martinez-guatemala)

   by [ Torque Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/259-torque-coffee)

      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

   [ lemon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/18 "lemon") [ floral ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/105 "floral") [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ sweet ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/171 "sweet") [ lingering finish ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/209 "lingering finish")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/144-centenario-edwin-martinez-guatemala)

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###   [ Finca El Mirador Washed Sidra ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/143-finca-el-mirador-washed-sidra)

   by [ Chuck's Roast Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/258-chucks-roast-coffee)

      Process Washed      Varieties Bourbon Sidra      Country Colombia     Region Huila       Source Finca El Mirador

First noted

May 11, 2026

 Last tasted

May 11, 2026

  1 cupping

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/143-finca-el-mirador-washed-sidra)

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###   [ Bolivia, Caranavi ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/142-bolivia-caranavi)

   by [ Mother Tongue Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/257-mother-tongue-coffee)

              Source Illimani Mountain

First noted

May 11, 2026

 Last tasted

May 11, 2026

  1 cupping

   [ caramel ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ nougat ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/31 "nougat") [ milk chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey")

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/142-bolivia-caranavi)
