Even if you don’t consider yourself a specialty Decent Decaf Coffee connoisseur, Seattle’s Best Portside Blend is a solid choice. It’s available at most major retailers, and although it’s chemically treated to nix the caffeine, it still has a decent amount of flavor and is a fairly inexpensive option.
This roast is sourced from one of three farms in Piura, Peru and it comes through in the taste with smooth notes of milk chocolate and caramel. The decaf beans are also Fair Trade Certified and the company uses the Swiss Water Process for decaffeination. Plus, for every bag sold, they donate $1 to help stray and abandoned dogs.
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In addition to being less jitter-inducing, it’s been reported that drinking two to three cups of decaf can improve liver function and support the gut microbiome. Plus, it can lower your risk of diabetes and protect against aging.
Jesse has been working in the coffee industry for 15 years and has taste-tested more than 15 different varieties of decaf. He is an expert in all things coffee and has experience in roasting, barista training, and teaching hand-drip latte art.
Shoreditch-based Grind uses the Swiss Water Process for its decaf, so you can expect a flavorful cup of joe that doesn’t have any of the chemicals associated with the decaffeination process (like methylene chloride or ethyl acetate). The whole bean package is resealable and arrives in a stylish tin, while the ground mix is in plastic-free, recyclable pouches. It’s also available in a larger 500g pack for easy storing.