hay 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) [ 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) hay hay === Dried grass notes with subtle sweetness. Can appear in some natural processed coffees. Adds complexity and rustic character when balanced. Cuppings Coffees that taste of hay ### [ Colombia ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/102-colombia-6) by [Stumptown Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/51-stumptown-coffee-roasters) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) First noted Jan 05, 2026 Last tasted Jan 05, 2026 1 cupping [ toffee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/24 "toffee") [ brown sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/28 "brown sugar") [ hay](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/67 "hay") ### [ Rayos del Sol ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/13-rayos-del-sol) by [Coava Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/70-coava-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Species Arabica Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra) First noted Jun 04, 2025 Last tasted Jun 07, 2025 3 cuppings [ hibiscus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/59 "hibiscus") [ toffee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/24 "toffee") [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ passion fruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/104 "passion fruit") [ hay](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/67 "hay") ### [ Sacuanjoche ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/48-sacuanjoche) by [Coava Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/70-coava-coffee-roasters) Species Arabica Country [Nicaragua](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/nicaragua) First noted Sep 09, 2025 Last tasted Sep 09, 2025 1 cupping [ pineapple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/14 "pineapple") [ lemongrass](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/106 "lemongrass") [ hay](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/67 "hay") [ jasmine](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/55 "jasmine") ### [ Stereo Blend ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/12-stereo-blend) by [Heart Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters) Species Arabica First noted Jun 04, 2025 Last tasted Jun 04, 2025 1 cupping [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ cocoa powder](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/35 "cocoa powder") [ hay](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/67 "hay") Recent cuppings with hay tasted ### [ Colombia ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/167-colombia-by-rbrigleb) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Jan 05, 2026 Since Roast 45 days Roaster [Stumptown Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/51-stumptown-coffee-roasters) Brew Method [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14) ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) [ 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.") [ 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.") [ 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.") ### [ Sacuanjoche ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/86-sacuanjoche-2025-09-09) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Cupped On Sep 09, 2025 Since Roast 16 days 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) [ 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.") [ lemongrass](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/106 "The light, greenish-blue hex color #DBEDF3 represents the fresh, vibrant characteristics of the lemongrass flavor, evoking the crisp, herbal notes found in this coffee profile.") [ 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.") [ jasmine](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/55 "The pale yellow-green hue of #F0E68C represents the soft, gentle, and natural floral qualities of the jasmine flavor.") ### [ Rayos del Sol ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/13-rayos-del-sol-2025-06-04-1) Cupped By [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) 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) ![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.") [ 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.") [ 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.") ### [ 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.") 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. [ ### [ Kenya Swara ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/210-kenya-swara) by [Broadcast Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/308-broadcast-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28), [SL34](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/31-sl34), [Batian](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/7-batian), [Ruiru 11](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/29-ruiru-11) Country [Kenya](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/kenya) Region Kirinyaga Elevation 1600-1800m First noted Oct 31, 2026 0 cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/210-kenya-swara) [ ### [ Crossfade ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/209-crossfade) by [Broadcast Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/308-broadcast-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Typica](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/34-typica), [Ruiru 11](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/29-ruiru-11), [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28), [SL34](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/31-sl34) Country [Kenya](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/kenya) Region Kirinyaga Elevation 1400-2000m First noted Oct 31, 2026 0 cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/209-crossfade) [ ### [ Volcán Azul Washed SL28 ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/208-volcan-azul-washed-sl28) by [April Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/10-april-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28) Country [Costa Rica](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/costa-rica) Source Volcán Azul First noted Oct 31, 2026 Last tasted Oct 31, 2026 1 cupping [ red cherries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/266 "red cherries") [ nougat](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/31 "nougat") [ florals](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/267 "florals") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/208-volcan-azul-washed-sl28) [ ### [ Gotiti, Ethiopia ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/207-gotiti-ethiopia) by [Ritual Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Heirloom](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/84-heirloom) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Yirgacheffe Source Gotiti washing station First noted Oct 23, 2026 Last tasted Oct 23, 2026 1 cupping [ melon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/180 "melon") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ meyer lemon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/103 "meyer lemon") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/207-gotiti-ethiopia) [ ### [ Arturo Paz, Dark Room Dried: Natural Geisha, Honduras ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/206-arturo-paz-dark-room-dried-natural-geisha-honduras) by [Ritual Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters) Process Natural Varieties [Geisha](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/16-geisha) Country [Honduras](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/honduras) Harvest June 2026 Source El Itacayo First noted Oct 20, 2026 Last tasted Oct 20, 2026 1 cupping [ elderflower syrup](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/264 "elderflower syrup") [ honey](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "honey") [ stonefruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/102 "stonefruit") [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ candied tropical fruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/265 "candied tropical fruit") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/206-arturo-paz-dark-room-dried-natural-geisha-honduras) [ ### [ Indian coffee beans from Coorg, Karnataka, India ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/205-indian-coffee-beans-from-coorg-karnataka-india) by [Paul John Caffeine](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/307-paul-john-caffeine) Country [India](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/india) Region Karnataka Source Indian Coffee Beans From Coorg, Karnataka, India First noted Oct 14, 2026 Last tasted Oct 14, 2026 1 cupping ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/205-indian-coffee-beans-from-coorg-karnataka-india) [ ### [ Jhoan Vergara Las Flores Pink Bourbon ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/204-jhoan-vergara-las-flores-pink-bourbon) by [Kafiex Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/249-kafiex-roasters) Process Thermal Shock Washed Varieties [Pink Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/1-pink-bourbon) Country [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia) Region Huila Source Jhoan Vergara First noted Oct 13, 2026 Last tasted Oct 13, 2026 1 cupping [ froot loops](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/262 "froot loops") [ candied lemon drop](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/263 "candied lemon drop") [ green apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/116 "green apple") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/204-jhoan-vergara-las-flores-pink-bourbon) [ ### [ Mama Cherri ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/203-mama-cherri) by [Creature Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/84-creature-coffee) Process Washed Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Catuaí](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/11-catuai) Country [Costa Rica](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/costa-rica) Region Coto Brus Source Doña Isa First noted Oct 09, 2026 Last tasted Oct 09, 2026 1 cupping [ cherry pie](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/141 "cherry pie") [ caramel corn](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/261 "caramel corn") [ butterscotch](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "butterscotch") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/203-mama-cherri) [ ### [ Uganda 96 Hour Natural ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/202-uganda-96-hour-natural) by [DOMA Coffee Roasting Company](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/268-doma-coffee-roasting-company) Process Natural Varieties [SL14](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/102-sl14), [SL28](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/30-sl28), [Nyasaland](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/103-nyasaland) Country [Uganda](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/uganda) Region Mt. Elgon Elevation 1400 - 2000 maslm Harvest 2026 Source The Coffee Yards/norman Mukuru First noted Oct 05, 2026 Last tasted Oct 05, 2026 1 cupping [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "cherry") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ fudge](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/128 "fudge") [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ lemon candy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/251 "lemon candy") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/202-uganda-96-hour-natural) [ ### [ Mustefa Abakeno ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/201-mustefa-abakeno) by [Marigold Coffee](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/252-marigold-coffee) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Oromia First noted Oct 05, 2026 Last tasted Oct 05, 2026 1 cupping [ orange peel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "orange peel") [ honeysuckle](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/62 "honeysuckle") [ cacao nibs](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/241 "cacao nibs") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/201-mustefa-abakeno) [ ### [ Dark Star ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/200-dark-star) by [Little Amps Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/306-little-amps-coffee-roasters) Process Natural Varieties [74110](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/85-74110) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Region Jimma Elevation 1950-2150m First noted Sep 29, 2026 Last tasted Oct 23, 2026 2 cuppings [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ berries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/199 "berries") [ jammy](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/169 "jammy") [ cacao nibs](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/241 "cacao nibs") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/200-dark-star) [ ### [ Friend Blend ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/199-friend-blend) by [Little Amps Coffee Roasters](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/306-little-amps-coffee-roasters) Process Washed Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Landrace](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/40-landrace) Country [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia) Elevation 1600 (Colombia)m First noted Sep 29, 2026 Last tasted Oct 16, 2026 1 cupping [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/199-friend-blend)