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Coffee Libre

파주, 경기도Prices in KRWcoffeelibre.kr
Coffees in catalog
14
Also available
2
Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
61.0
Reddit sentiment
80/100
OriginsPEHNNIGTETCO
How Cherry’s Index is calculatedavg coverage 24% · limited data

Coverage is below 50%. Most of this roaster’s lots are scored off roaster-level signals (Reddit + YouTube) without per-lot SCA grades, Coffee Review entries, or published buyer reviews. With limited signal, scores are also pulled toward a neutral 50 baseline by the Cherry’s Index methodology, so lots can read flatter than the actual cup quality differences between them. The avg Cherry’s Index reflects general reputation more than per-lot quality.

Roaster signals

Apply to every lot from this roaster.

  • Reddit80/100weight 18%
  • YouTubeweight 10%

Per-lot signals (averaged)

Vary across lots; averaged over 14 in-stock lots.

  • SCA gradenot on file · weight 25%
  • Coffee Review60/1001/14 lots · weight 20%
  • Buyer reviewsnot on file · weight 12%
  • Cherrybook reader ratingsnot on file · weight 5%
  • Transparency40.8/10013/14 lots · weight 5%

Bonuses earned (per lot)

  • stale decay8/14

Base components are renormalized over whatever signals are available for each lot. SCA + Coffee Review are capped at 40% combined to keep the cupping story from dominating. Bonuses (accolades, awards, editorial coverage) and freshness decay are applied on top.

Community reputation · Reddit

Well-regarded· sentiment 80/100

Coffee Libre is recognized as a prominent and accessible roaster in South Korea, often cited as the go-to option for online coffee orders in the region. While they are respected for sourcing unique offerings—such as a decaf Gesha—community feedback on their daily-drinking beans is mixed. Some users find them reliable for milk-based drinks, while others describe their single-origin pour-overs as underwhelming or inconsistent. Note: Some mentions of "Libre" in threads refer to a brand of travel mugs, which has received negative feedback regarding durability.

prominent South Korean roasteraccessible online orderingmixed reviews on single-origin qualitygood for milk-based drinkssource of unique/rare beans
Threads cited (9)

Flagship cafe

커피리브레 파주물류센터

방촌로 374-4 (맥금동), 파주, 경기도

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The website lists a Paju logistics center address but does not provide information on retail cafe locations.

The catalog

14 in stock · 76 archived

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No Surprises

Roaster flags Sweet Chocolate and Ripe Fruit in the cup.

MediumChocolateOther Fruit
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.42/oz

Dark Libre

Dark Chocolate, Heavy Body, and Long Finish on a washed build.

IN · Washed

DarkDark Chocolate
Well-reviewed roaster
$0.95/oz

Bad Blood

Cupping notes point toward Bright, Syrupy, and Fruit Syrup.

Medium-LightCitricOther Fruit
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.61/oz

Nighthawks

Expect Cozy And Deep Sweetness and Smooth Mouthfeel from this washed.

Washed

MediumSweetOverall Sweet
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.10/oz

Bad Blood

Roaster flags Complex Fruit Flavors, Bright Acidity, and Fruit Syrup Like Sweetness in the cup.

Medium-LightFruityOther FruitSweet
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.04/oz

Vertigo

Cupping notes point toward Sweet Chocolate and Nutty.

MediumChocolateNutty
Well-reviewed roaster
$0.85/oz

Also available · subscriptions, sample packs, gear

Archived (76)

Honduras El Chelon Parainema

Washed lot with Orange Peel, Pineapple, and Guava in the cup.

El Paraiso, HN · Washed

Medium-LightOrangePineappleGuava+1
Well-reviewed roaster
70
$1.76/oz
Out of stock

Guatemala Agua Tibia H1

Green Apple, Green Grape, and Orange Peel on a washed build.

San Jose Pinula, GT · Washed

Medium-LightAppleGrapeOrange+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$1.76/oz
Out of stock

Honduras Reyes

Lavender, Orange, and Peach on a washed build.

Intibucá, HN · Washed

Medium-LightFloralOrangePeach+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$1.59/oz
Out of stock

Peru El Cerro Geisha

Lily, Lavender, and Oolong on a washed build.

Cajamarca, PE · Washed

Medium-LightFloralLavenderTea Like+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$3.92/oz
Out of stock

Peru La Poderosa Geisha

Lavender, Orange, and Apricot on a washed build.

Cajamarca, PE · Washed

Medium-LightLavenderOrangePeach+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$2.23/oz
Out of stock

Peru La Flor de Cafe Geisha

Washed lot with Lavender, Green Grape, and White Peach in the cup.

Cajamarca, PE · Washed

Medium-LightLavenderGrapePeach+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$3.67/oz
Out of stock

Peru El Cipres Geisha

Washed lot with Jasmine, Pineapple, and Orange Blossom in the cup.

Cajamarca, PE · Washed

Medium-LightJasminePineappleOrange Blossom+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$3.06/oz
Out of stock

Peru El Cerro Geisha Natural

Natural lot with Jasmine, Black Cherry, and Citrus in the cup.

Cajamarca, PE · Natural

Medium-LightJasmineCherryCitrus+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$3.47/oz
Out of stock

Colombia Narino El Plan

Green Apple, Green Grape, and Citrus on a washed build.

Narino, CO · Washed

Medium-LightAppleGrapeCitrus+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$1.76/oz
Out of stock

Peru La Lucuma Geisha

Expect Jasmine, Mango, and Lemongrass from this washed.

Cajamarca, PE · Washed

Medium-LightJasmineMangoLemon+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$3.66/oz
Out of stock

Honduras La Reina Geisha

Chamomile, Grape, and Blueberry on a washed build.

La Paz, HN · Washed

Medium-LightChamomileGrapeBlueberry+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$2.82/oz
Out of stock

Guatemala La Tacita

Washed lot with Cherry, Apricot, and Floral in the cup.

Antigua, GT · Washed

Medium-LightCherryApricotFloral+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$1.90/oz
Out of stock

Kenya Kagumo — Medium Dark

Washed lot with Dried Prune, Dark Cherry, and Caramel in the cup.

Kirinyaga, KE · Washed

Medium-DarkDried FruitCherryCaramel+1
Well-reviewed roaster
65
$1.72/oz
Out of stock

Kenya Ngorano

Washed lot with Plum, Black Currant, and Hibiscus in the cup.

Kirinyaga, KE · Washed

Medium-LightPlumBlack CurrantHibiscus
Well-reviewed roaster
65
$1.77/oz
Out of stock

Nicaragua Agua Sarca Anaerobic Natural

Anaerobic Natural / Producer: lot with Winey, Blackberry, and Dried Plum in the cup.

Nueva Segovia, NI · Anaerobic Natural / Producer:

Medium-LightWineyBlackberryPrune+1
Well-reviewed roaster
65
$1.58/oz
Out of stock

Rwanda Busanze

Washed lot with Blueberry, Pineapple, and Cherry in the cup.

Nyaruguru, RW · Washed

Medium-LightBlueberryPineappleCherry+1
Well-reviewed roaster
65
$1.55/oz
Out of stock

Kenya Kabingara

Blackcurrant, Black Tea, and Grapefruit on a washed build.

Kirinyaga, KE · Washed

Medium-LightBlack CurrantTea LikeGrapefruit+1
Well-reviewed roaster
65
$1.77/oz
Out of stock

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