Decaffeinated coffee

The history of decaffeinated coffee

Caffeine is an organic chemical compound that can be found in many plant species that use it as a natural pesticide, i.e. a defense mechanism. For people who consume it mainly in coffee, it has a stimulating effect, supporting concentration and memory, but also addictive. It can also relieve pain, influence the release of dopamine and improve well-being. Many people have a negative attitude towards decaffeinated coffee, fearing that it loses its unique aroma along with the caffeine. Nothing could be further from the truth! Even though coffee is decaffeinated, it still has its unique taste, loved by millions, thanks to appropriate methods of de-caffeinating the beans. Although coffee berries have been used in Ethiopia thousands of years ago, the history of decaffeinated coffee dates back only to the 19th century and is even related to the famous German poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, who suspected coffee consumption as causing his insomnia. However, mass production of decaffeinated coffee began only in the first years of the 20th century and from today's point of view it was highly controversial. Benzene, which is considered a toxic and carcinogenic substance, was used as a solvent to remove caffeine. Fortunately, today decaffeination technology has advanced, and the methods used do not harm fans of this most popular drink in the world. What's more caffeine content in decaffeinated coffee it is close to zero.

How is decaffeinated coffee produced?

Caffeine from the coffee beans we sell is mainly removed using natural Swiss Water Process or Mountain Water Process. The first process, despite its name, takes place in the mountains of British Columbia in Canada, while the second one takes place in Mexico. In both cases, the most important thing in the decaffeination process is clear mountain or glacial water. This water washes out caffeine and other minerals and flavor substances from the green beans, which are later returned to the beans. In this way, as much as 99,9% of caffeine is washed out of the coffee beans, which meets the requirements of the United States Department of Agriculture and the European Union. Of course, there are also other methods of extracting caffeine (fortunately, they have nothing to do with benzene!). Organic solvents are also used for this purpose - methylene chloride and ethyl acetate. These solvents combine with the caffeine and then evaporate along with its remains. However, this method cannot be used with organic coffees. Another method is to use supercritical carbon dioxide, which also combines with caffeine, extracting it from coffee beans. Of course, work is still ongoing to develop decaffeinated coffee.

Decaffeinated coffee for the espresso machine

Our decaffeinated coffee for the machine It tastes so good that it is difficult to distinguish it from coffee with caffeine. Thanks to the appropriate quality of the grain, where caffeine has been removed naturally, our decaffeinated beans 

Who is caffeine-free coffee for?

Decaffeinated coffee is an ideal solution for coffee lovers who appreciate the unique taste of coffee, but for various reasons cannot or do not want to drink stimulating drinks. These include, for example, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people suffering from insomnia or hypertension, as well as teenagers and people hypersensitive to caffeine. The best quality decaffeinated coffee is as good as traditional coffee, and most importantly - it still offers all the health benefits that we attribute to the regular version of this drink. It has antioxidants, helps protect the liver, takes care of the circulatory system, and also reduces the risk of diabetes or Alzheimer's disease. Stereotypes that decaffeinated coffee is intended for the elderly or sick should have long been forgotten. Everyone can enjoy good quality caffeine-free coffee today. You can also enjoy it in your favorite form, because decaffeinated coffee is available both in beans and as coffee powder.

Our decaffeinated coffees

Our coffees travel a long, fascinating journey before they reach your cup. Regardless of whether their homeland is Ethiopia, Mexico or Nicaragua, we make sure that they come from fertile family plantations, where they are harvested by hand and then carefully sorted, taking into account quality. Already on site, in Trzebnica, we bake them ourselves in a craftsman's way. This is also the case with our decaffeinated coffees. Our assortment includes decaffeinated coffee beans (with the option of selecting the type of grinding), ground coffee and our own Dripca coffee in sachets. You can feel notes of chocolate, vanilla, brown sugar and orange in them. Most often, these are medium roast coffees. Each coffee is packed with exceptional care. We want to share our products with you, without excluding people who prefer a caffeine-free drink. That is why we make sure that the products we offer are of the highest quality, full of valuable substances that provide them with an aromatic taste and smell, so loved by millions around the world.

Would you like to talk over a cup of decaffeinated coffee? Enjoy the perfect one the taste of coffee and its amazing aroma. Our decaffeinated coffee you can drink every day.