Decaf coffee

About decaffeinated coffee

Decaffeinated coffee is another type of coffee that is rapidly gaining popularity around the world. Decaffeination does not mean that the coffee will have a poor taste. In fact, decaffeinated coffee can be a pleasant surprise, with its strong aromas and flavours. As a result, the number of people choosing decaffeinated coffee is growing daily. This includes coffee lovers who limit their caffeine intake for a variety of reasons, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with caffeine sensitivity and those who tend to exceed their daily caffeine intake but still want to enjoy the taste of coffee. 

Whatever your reasons for being interested in decaffeinated coffee, the Coffee Friend assortment offers the highest quality decaffeinated products in familiar and popular forms, from coffee beans to capsules, tablets and pods. Decaffeinated coffee has endless variations to suit different preparation methods, needs and tastes.

Decaffeinated coffee beans

Those who want to fully enjoy their coffee drink know that decaffeinated coffee beans are the ones with the great aroma and flavour potential. But how do you choose the best decaffeinated coffee beans? First of all, we recommend choosing coffee beans from which the caffeine has been safely removed, preserving all the essential flavours. The Coffee Friend’s assortment contains only products that have been decaffeinated using completely safe methods. The best evaluated natural methods of decaffeination are the carbon dioxide (CO2) or Swiss Water Process methods. By removing the caffeine in these ways, the most valuable qualities of the beans are preserved, making decaffeinated coffee rich in flavour and aroma. 

It is also important to consider the roasting level of the beans. Decaffeinated coffee beans, like regular beans, are available in light, medium and dark roasts. What does the level of roasting indicate about the taste of the coffee? Light roast coffee beans retain the natural flavour of the coffee, and you’ll get more pleasant acidity and fruitiness in your cup. Decaffeinated medium-roast coffee beans give the sweetest flavours to coffee, making them one of the most popular among both black coffee and milky coffee lovers. Decaffeinated dark roast coffee beans are the choice of fans of strong, rather bitter coffee. 

The decaffeinated coffee that has been top rated by our customers is Colombia Decaf Excelso, a Colombia specialty coffee bean. They are grown in Colombia’s famous Huila region and treated with the highly regarded Swiss Water Process®. This coffee has been awarded the Specialty label for its exceptional quality and taste. The notes of chocolate and caramel emerge in this coffee, accompanied by fresh apple and citrus acidity. Another popular high quality decaffeinated coffee bean is Della Notte from our long-standing partners, Belgian roasters Charles Liégeois. This full-bodied Brazilian coffee has notes of nuts and cocoa with subtle hints of red fruit. The caffeine in these beans has been removed naturally using the CO2 method.  For those who like mild coffee flavours, we’ve created the first decaffeinated coffee in the popular Caprisette coffee line, Lullaby Decaf. It has sweet notes of cashew nuts, subtle hints of cocoa and wood, and intoxicating aromas that creates a highly pleasurable coffee drinking experience. The caffeine in these coffee beans has been removed using the CO2 method.

Decaffeinated filter coffee

Do you like the mild and delicate taste of coffee but want to avoid the effects of caffeine?  Decaffeinated filter coffee retains all the benefits of coffee. It has a less intense flavour than espresso or other coffee beverages prepared using other brewing methods, and reveals more aromas thanks to its unique preparation method, which allows the water to flow through the coffee layer for a longer time. To make the perfect decaffeinated filter coffee, it is important to choose quality beans that have been properly processed so that they retain their flavour characteristics even after the caffeine is removed. It is generally recommended to choose medium or lighter roast ground coffee or beans, which help to retain the original flavour with a pleasant sweetness and light fruitiness.

For those who don’t want to spend a lot of time looking for a high quality coffee, but appreciate mild and delicate coffee flavours, we recommend trying the above mentioned Lullaby Decaf from the Coffee Friend Caprisette line. This coffee has sweet notes of cashew nuts, subtle hints of cocoa and wood, and an intoxicating aroma that creates a highly pleasurable coffee drinking experience. The caffeine in these coffee beans is removed using CO2, preserving the coffee’s natural flavour and aroma.

Decaffeinated espresso coffee

In the world of coffee, espresso refers to both the type of coffee drink itself and the method of preparation. Espresso and espresso-based coffee drinks require coffee machines with a pressure of at least 9 bar. Any espresso coffee, including decaffeinated coffee, can be prepared with this type of coffee machine. When choosing decaffeinated coffee beans for espresso, make sure they are suitable for this type of coffee – this is usually indicated by the word “espresso” on the packaging or description. We also recommend choosing medium or darker roast decaffeinated coffee beans, as these are the base for a rich and flavoursome espresso coffee drink. In order to enjoy the perfect decaffeinated espresso, we recommend coffee beans that have been decaffeinated using the Swiss Water Process. This delicate and environmentally friendly method is used to remove the caffeine only from the finest quality beans with outstanding flavour characteristics.

The Coffee Friend’s assortment offers the highest quality decaffeinated Black Crow White Pigeon “Colombia Decaf” coffee beans, which are perfect for the espresso brewing process. The caffeine has been removed from these beans using the Swiss Water Process, resulting in maximum preservation of the aromatic and flavour qualities that will be revealed in your flavoursome and delicious decaffeinated cup of espresso coffee.

Decaffeinated specialty coffee

In terms of the best decaffeinated coffee, it would undoubtedly be a specialty coffee. First of all, specialty coffee reveals unique flavours as it is single origin and is not mixed with other coffees. Thus, you can perceive very distinct, individual flavours that you won’t find in any other cup of coffee. Moreover, we have mentioned that the Swiss Water Process, which is recognised as one of the best in the world, removes the caffeine from specialty coffees, using no chemicals, only pure water, preserving the most valuable flavour and aromatic qualities of coffee.

We recommend Black Crow White Pigeon’s “Colombia Decaf” for a special taste of decaffeinated specialty coffee. Originating from the Huila region of Colombia, the beans reveal a palette of highly pleasing flavours – chocolate, caramel, fresh apple and citrus acidity – that create an immersive experience of flavours and aromas. 

Decaffeinated coffee pods, pads, capsules

Coffee pods are one of the most popular coffee products as they allow you to quickly and easily prepare a delicious and aromatic cup of coffee. Therefore, those who drink coffee prepared in capsule machines should be happy to know that decaffeinated coffee pods are becoming increasingly popular and widely available. The popular Charles Liégeois Discret Deca is also available in pod form: the Charles Liégeois Discret Deca pods for Dolce Gusto® machines and the Charles Liégeois Discret Deca pods for Nespresso coffee machines.  

Those who use a pod coffee machine at home will also find a choice in the Coffee Friend’s assortment. The Decaf Premium Coffee is our special offer for you. These decaf coffee pods are decaffeinated and exceptionally aromatic. But what about the taste? This is a mild-tasting, light coffee. The caffeine in these coffee pods has been removed using the highly acclaimed CO2 method, which results in mild coffee flavours and is considered environmentally friendly.

Decaffeinated coffee pods for Dolce Gusto® coffee machines

The coffee pods for Dolce Gusto® machines are distinguished by their intense aromas and highly harmonised flavours. One of them is Charles Liégeois’ Discret Deca decaffeinated coffee pods. The base of this coffee blend is Brazilian coffee. Brazil is the historic birthplace of South American coffee and one of the world’s top coffee- growing countries; the Brazilian coffee is well known for its unique and exceptionally balanced flavour profile. Charles Liégeois Discret Deca decaffeinated coffee strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and bitterness, with subtle notes of spice and roasted flakes, which are particularly satisfying for lovers of the traditional coffee taste.

Decaffeinated coffee pods for Nespresso coffee machines

The Coffee Friend assortment also includes decaffeinated coffee pods for Nespresso machines. The Italian decaffeinated coffee pods by Cafe Barzini “Decaf” are a medium-bodied, amazingly creamy, red fruit and cocoa flavoured coffee drink. For unique, intense flavours, we recommend Charles Liégeois “Discret Deca” decaffeinated coffee pods originating from exotic Peru. We also offer organic decaffeinated coffee pods from Charles Liégeois “Mano Mano Discret Deca”, rich in flavours and aromas and produced completely naturally. The caffeine from all Nespresso coffee pods in the Coffee Friend assortment has been removed using only natural methods, without the use of dangerous chemical solvents, and is therefore a safe and, of course, delicious choice.

Decaffeinated coffee tablets

We recommend decaffeinated coffee tablets for those who use semi-automatic espresso machines and do not always have time to grind fresh beans. We only offer the highest quality coffee tablets, which have been decaffeinated using safe and proven methods, preserving the best flavour and aroma. Also, our constant emphasis is on catering for all decaffeinated coffee lovers, so there’s a range of fresh, sweet and strong flavours to satisfy your tastes.

Decaffeinated ground coffee

The Belgian Discret Deca from Charles Liégeois is Coffee Friend’s most popular decaffeinated ground coffee. With an intense aroma and a very well-balanced taste, this coffee will appeal to those who love traditional coffee flavours. The Brazilian coffee used in this blend adds notes of spice and roasted flakes. And for those who prefer organic products, we can also offer an alternative to this coffee – Mano Mano Discret Déca from Charles Liégeois. Both coffees are decaffeinated using the natural CO2 method.

We’ve also created Lullaby Decaf, a decaffeinated ground coffee from Caprisette’s most popular coffee range, to help you make the perfect cup of coffee. This blend combines the finest Arabica and Robusta beans from Brazil, Guatemala and India to create mild flavours with sweet notes of cashew nuts and hints of cocoa and wood. The caffeine in this ground coffee has been removed naturally using the CO2 method.

In addition, our assortment includes Bialetti’s Perfetto Moka Decaf, a decaffeinated ground coffee specially designed for moka pots. This blend mainly consists of Brazilian coffee. Therefore, the prepared drink has a mild flavour and a pleasant aroma, but its structure remains solid.  

Decaffeinated instant coffee

The decaffeinated instant coffee in the Coffee Friend’s assortment is for coffee lovers who are in a hurry and have given up caffeine for various reasons. Other brands include Little’s Decaf, a collection of decaffeinated instant coffee. The caffeine in this coffee collection has been removed using the CO2 method, so you can rest assured that there are no chemicals or solvents. The delicious Little’s Decaf coffee is suitable for vegans, with just 4 calories per cup and no added sugar. You can choose a coffee flavoured with coconut, hazelnut, French vanilla or creamy caramel to suit your needs.

Decaffeinated coffee sets

You can never have too much coffee which you can enjoy at any time of the day without worrying about not falling asleep, right? That’s why we’ve put together coffee sets to make sure you never run out of high-quality and tasty decaffeinated coffee. Our decaffeinated coffee sets consist of several coffees of the same or different types. These coffee sets are not only a practical choice for every decaffeinated coffee enthusiast, but also the perfect gift when you just want to share good, healthy, premium quality coffee. 

Decaffeinated coffee for different preparation methods

Decaffeinated coffee with an amazing taste can be made using different coffee brewing equipment. The preparation method is one of the most important factors which influences the taste of coffee. So what do you need to know, and which decaffeinated coffee to choose, when using different preparation methods? The same rules should be followed as for regular coffee. Nevertheless, we would like to remind you of what is most important. 

For bean to cup machine

Choose decaffeinated beans with a medium or dark roast for the decaffeinated coffee made using bean to cup machine. Also make sure that the packaging or description of the coffee beans includes the word “espresso”, which means that the beans are suitable for this coffee preparation method. 

For espresso machine

When choosing decaffeinated coffee for espresso machine, it must also be suitable for preparing espresso. For the strongest flavour and aroma in your cup of coffee, choose decaffeinated coffee beans with a medium or dark roast. 

For filter coffee machine

Those looking for decaffeinated coffee for their filter coffee machine will not go wrong with a medium or light roast decaffeinated coffee, which will bring out the most pleasant, balanced flavours. Dark roast coffee is often too intense and bitter. The grind size should be medium or coarser in order to preserve all the best flavours.

For moka pot

The popular moka pot can be used with a variety of decaffeinated coffees, whether it is dark, medium or light roast. And for those who don’t want to experiment with different flavours, we always recommend a decaffeinated coffee for moka pots, which provides the most balanced cup of coffee. 

For coffee percolator

The best decaffeinated coffee for the percolator is medium or dark roast. Just remember that a dark roast will make decaffeinated coffee more bitter, while a medium roast will be milder. The grind level varies from medium to coarse. Finely ground coffee should be avoided, as it can add unwanted acidity. 

For Cafetiere coffee maker

When choosing coffee for Cafetiere coffee maker, we have good news – you can choose any kind of coffee. Dark roasted coffees will appeal to those who like stronger flavours, while medium or light roasted coffees will be lighter and milder in flavour. Most suitable grind level: medium to coarse. 

For Chemex coffee maker

For the perfect taste of decaffeinated Chemex coffee, choose a medium or light roast. Dark roast coffee is not suitable for the Chemex coffee maker due to its very strong bitterness. For the most delicious cup of decaffeinated coffee, try a medium-ground coffee. 

For filter coffee machine

When brewing coffee with filter coffee machines such as the Hario V60, choose a specialty coffee that brings out the most intense flavours and aromas. We recommend decaffeinated coffees with a medium or light roast and a medium grind level. 

For AeroPress coffee maker

Dark roast decaffeinated coffee made with Aeropress gives you the most intense flavours, medium roast gives you sweetness and light roast coffee gives you freshness and lightness. The suitable grind level? Medium or slightly finer than medium coarseness.

For cold brew coffee maker

Both light and medium roast coffees are suitable for a particularly tasty decaffeinated cold brew coffee. Tip: avoid dark roasted, finely ground coffee, which can often be too bitter. 

Decaffeinated Arabica or Robusta coffee?

One question we haven’t answered yet: which decaffeinated coffee tastes better – Arabica or Robusta? This is where you should decide what flavours you want to experience. 100% Arabica coffee is characterised by fruity, fresh and light flavours. However, when choosing an Arabica coffee, you should not only look for the “100% Arabica” labelling, but also the types of the coffee and the region it comes from, as this will reveal the coffee’s flavour characteristics, such as the sweetness of the caramel or the chocolate, the tartness of the citrus fruits, etc.  Robusta, on the other hand, is much more bitter and has a more limited range of flavours than the Arabica coffees. However, the bold flavour of Robusta makes a great duo with Arabica, making Arabica-Robusta decaffeinated blends a great choice for those looking for slightly stronger but not too intense flavours and for those who want to enjoy a tasty coffee with milk.

Having trouble deciding?

If you want to learn more about decaffeinated coffee read Coffee Friends’ blog post “Decaffeinated coffee: Things you should still learn about”. 

Haven’t decided which decaffeinated coffee to choose for a tasty and flavoursome cup of coffee? Interested in other coffees or coffee types? Our consultants will make sure you have the best choice of coffee.