What Is Specialty Decaf Coffee?
Specialty coffee refers to the highest tier of quality — usually scoring 80+ on the SCA scale and evaluated based on origin, processing, and taste. And yes, decaf can be specialty, too.
This collection features decaf coffees made with the same care, sourcing, and roasting precision as our full-strength offerings. They're crafted for people who care about what’s in the cup — caffeine or not.
What Sets These Decafs Apart?
– Sourced from traceable farms and smallholder cooperatives
– Decaffeinated using gentle, quality-preserving methods
– Roasted to highlight natural sweetness, clarity, and complexity
– Selected based on cup score, not just availability
This is decaf for people who drink coffee for the flavor — not the caffeine.
Decaffeination That Honors the Bean
All coffees in this collection are decaffeinated with methods designed to preserve what made the beans special in the first place.
Swiss Water® Process
Uses water, time, and temperature — no added chemicals. Ideal for protecting delicate flavors and maintaining balance.
Sugarcane Process (EA Natural)
A naturally derived process using ethyl acetate from sugarcane. Adds a rounded sweetness and works well with chocolatey or caramel flavor notes.
These are methods that respect the quality of the coffee — not strip it away.
Who Is Specialty Decaf For?
– Coffee lovers who want full flavor with less caffeine
– Anyone who values transparency and traceability
– People who drink coffee for the taste, not the jolt
– Decaf drinkers who are done settling for bland or bitter
Frequently Asked Questions
Can decaf really be “specialty” coffee?
Absolutely. Specialty status is about quality, not caffeine. As long as the green beans meet high standards and are roasted with care, decaf can be every bit as good.
Do these taste different from regular specialty coffee?
Not noticeably. In blind tastings, most people can’t tell the difference — especially when brewed well. You’ll still get origin-specific notes, depth, and balance.
How are these different from grocery store decaf?
Better beans, better processing, better roasting. These coffees are roasted in small batches, sourced intentionally, and selected for flavor — not just availability or price.
Decaf, Done Right
Specialty decaf isn’t just “good for decaf.” It’s just good coffee — full stop. If you're here for the ritual, the aroma, and the complexity — and not just the caffeine hit — you’re in the right place.
This is decaf with standards.
