UNPLUGGED Decaf Blend
The Guilt-Free Classic
For a long time, we were hesitant about offering a decaf, but we finally found a cup that matches the high standards of our specialty lineup. It's proof that you don't need caffeine to have a world-class coffee experience.
What it tastes like: A smooth, comforting cup with a classic nutty and caramel flavor profile. It has a rich sweetness and a well-developed body that feels just as satisfying as a "regular" coffee.
Why we like it: We love the process as much as the taste. This coffee uses the Water Decaf Method, which uses only pure water to remove 97% of the caffeine. No harsh chemicals or solvents are involved, meaning the natural, delicate flavors of the Mexican beans are perfectly preserved.
Best way to drink it: It is absolutely perfect for Espresso and Turkish coffee. It’s the ideal choice for a late-night dessert pairing or for anyone who wants the ritual of coffee without the jitters.
Current coffees in the blend:
Brazil Fazenda Rio Brilhante (washed)
Ethiopia Sidamo Grade 2 - Chire Washing Station (washed)
Perfect for: Espresso
Also works lovely as: Turkish coffee (Ibrik), Moka pot, Aeropress, French Press, Cold Brew
Taste notes: Caramel, Roasted Nuts, Malt
Process: Washed + Water Decaf
Quality score: 83
Medium roast: This coffee is roasted medium with an extended development time - perfect for espresso and Turkish coffee.
100% Naturally Decaffeinated Arabica Coffee
Net weight: 250g/500g
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ESPRESSO:
Coffee: 18 g
Yield: 40-42 g
Time: 0:26
Water Temperature: 93°C (199°F)
Grind: Fine (appr. 250 μm)
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TURKISH COFFEE:
Coffee: 20 g
Water: 220g
Time: 3:00
Grind: Superfine (50–100 μm)
#1: Pour hot water (20g, appr. 60°C) into your çezve, add freshly ground coffee (220g).
#2: Stir coffee and water and make sure all coffee is covered with water.
#3: Heat the coffee until a thick foam begins to rise in the çezve. Remove it from the heat source.
#4: Immediately pour in cups. Let the coffee rest for a minute for the grounds to settle.
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MOKA POT:
Coffee: Fill the filter basket, gently level the coffee (do not compress)
Water: Fill water to the moka pot safety valve.
Brew Time: Approximately 3 minutes (medium heat)
Grind Size: Medium-fine (400–500 μm)
Water Decaf Method
There are a few methods how to remove caffeine from coffee, but only a couple of them are truly natural, removing the stuff that deprives you of your sleep without using solvents. For this coffee, the Water Decaf Method was used, using only water to remove the caffeine.
No, it's not witchcraft, it's simply science. Here's how it works ...
Green coffee is fully submerged in heated filtered water. And you know water is the medium that extracts the good stuff from coffee, right (you should, as you use it for brewing your coffee). The hot water extracts all the soluble material from the beans. The next step is filtering the water solution (that's water with all the goodness from the coffee bean) through a carbon filter that stops the caffeine, but lets the flavor compounds pass through the filter.
The water is then placed in an immersion tank along with the green beans that slowly reabsorb the flavor compounds, but without the caffeine.
This process is able to remove 97% of the caffeine from the coffee, which is the industry standard. The 3% that are left behind are pretty much negligable. As for the flavor - the method is now so well established and sophisticated, that only a slight difference in flavor is notable. What you will notice though, is a darker color of the bean. But remeber: it's not the roast. It's the bean itself. Decafs (no matter the process) tend to be darker on the outside when roasted.
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