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Our Decaffeinated Coffee Beans are made from 100% Brazilian Arabica, carefully processed using the CO2 method to remove caffeine while preserving the beans' natural character. Medium to dark roasted, these beans develop a rich milk chocolate sweetness with a silky, smooth body that proves decaf coffee can be just as satisfying as regular coffee.
The CO2 decaffeination process is chemical-free and gentle, maintaining the beans' inherent flavours. The result is coffee you can enjoy any time of day - morning cups, afternoon breaks, or evening drinks without affecting your sleep.
Origin: 100% Brazilian Arabica
Roast: Medium to dark
Decaffeination: CO2 process (chemical-free)
Taste profile: Milk chocolate, sweet
Body: Silky, smooth
Acidity: Low, gentle
Best for: All-day drinking, evening coffee, milk-based drinks, those reducing caffeine intake
Grind: Medium
Produces a rich, chocolatey cup
Works perfectly in automatic machines
Excellent for brewing large quantities
The darker roast suits drip brewing well
Grind: Medium
Coffee-to-water ratio: 1:15-1:16
Water temperature: 93-95°C
Brew time: 3-4 minutes
Brings out the chocolate notes cleanly
Creates a well-balanced cup
Grind: Coarse
Steep time: 4 minutes
Water temperature: 93°C
Produces a full-bodied, chocolatey brew
The darker roast works beautifully in French press
Grind: Fine
Extraction time: 25-30 seconds
Works very well as Americano
Creates a smooth, satisfying long black
Chocolate notes come through nicely when diluted
Grind: Medium to medium-fine
Steep time: 1.5-2 minutes
Standard or inverted method both work well
Produces a clean, chocolatey cup
Grind: Coarse
Steep time: 12-24 hours (room temperature or refrigerated)
Coffee-to-water ratio: 1:8
Makes excellent cold brew—smooth, sweet, low acidity
Perfect for hot weather or iced coffee drinks
Grind: Fine
Extraction time: 25-30 seconds
Works well for straight espresso
The darker roast provides good body and crema
Suitable for milk drinks
Grind: Medium-fine
The medium-dark roast suits moka pot brewing
Produces a strong, traditional Italian-style coffee
Creates a rich, chocolatey cup
Works excellently in automatic machines
Set to medium strength for balanced flavour
Good for both black coffee and milk drinks
Americano: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent. Smooth, chocolatey, and satisfying. Perfect all-day drinking.
Filter Coffee (Drip): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding. Rich and smooth without bitterness. Great for regular pots.
Pour Over: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good. Clean chocolate notes with good body.
Cold Brew: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional. Sweet, smooth, and naturally low in acidity. Perfect for iced drinks.
Black Espresso: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good. Has the body and sweetness for a satisfying shot.
Cappuccino: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect. Chocolate notes complement milk beautifully. Great balance.
Flat White: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent. Strong enough to shine through microfoam with good chocolate character.
Latte: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding. Smooth chocolate flavours work perfectly with larger milk volumes.
Dairy Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent match. Chocolate notes pair naturally with dairy milk.
Oat Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding. Creates a smooth, creamy drink with enhanced sweetness.
Almond Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good. Nutty flavours complement the chocolate notes.
Soy Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good pairing. Works well for those preferring plant-based options.
Our decaffeinated Brazilian coffee beans deliver the same smooth, mild body and low acidity that make Brazilian coffees so popular - without the caffeine. Naturally sweet with gentle nutty and chocolatey notes, this decaf offers a well-balanced, easy-drinking cup that’s perfect any time of day.
The decaffeination process is a crucial factor in determining the quality of decaf coffee. Unlike some methods that use harsh chemicals which can strip away flavour along with caffeine, our Brazilian Arabica beans undergo a careful process that maintains the coffee's natural characteristics.
Our beans retain approximately 97-99% less caffeine than regular coffee, while preserving the essential oils and compounds that give coffee its distinctive taste and aroma. This meticulous approach ensures you can enjoy a cup that's virtually indistinguishable from regular coffee – rich, aromatic and satisfying, just without the stimulating effects.
The result is a decaffeinated coffee that stands on its own merits, not as a compromise, but as a premium coffee choice that happens to be decaffeinated. When you brew Caffé Prima Decaffeinated Coffee Beans, you're experiencing all the pleasure of fine coffee without the caffeine.
For the best decaffeinated coffee experience:
Espresso Machine: Fine grind, 9 bar pressure, 25-30 second extraction
Filter Coffee: Medium grind, 93-96°C water temperature
French Press: Coarse grind, 4-minute steep for a full-bodied cup
Cafetière: Coarse grind, 4-minute brew, gentle plunge
Whichever method you choose, these premium decaffeinated coffee beans will deliver a rich, satisfying cup that proves decaf doesn't mean sacrificing flavour.
There are several methods for removing caffeine from coffee beans. The main approaches include the Swiss Water Process (using only water and carbon filters), the CO2 Process (using pressurised carbon dioxide), and solvent-based methods. Each technique aims to extract caffeine while preserving the bean's natural flavours. The best decaffeination processes maintain the coffee's original character while removing 97-99% of the caffeine.
Yes, decaffeinated coffee is not completely caffeine-free. By definition, decaffeinated coffee must have at least 97% of the caffeine removed. A typical cup of decaf coffee contains about 2-5mg of caffeine, compared to 80-100mg in a regular cup. This minimal amount is usually not enough to cause the stimulating effects associated with caffeine, making it suitable for most people who are limiting their caffeine intake.
The quality of decaffeinated coffee has improved dramatically over the years. While older decaffeination methods could strip away flavour compounds along with caffeine, modern processes are much more selective. Our Brazilian Arabica decaf beans maintain their rich, chocolatey profile through careful processing. Many coffee drinkers now find it difficult to distinguish between high-quality decaffeinated coffee and regular coffee in blind taste tests.
Decaffeinated coffee is ideal for evening enjoyment when you want to avoid sleep disruption, or throughout the day if you're sensitive to caffeine's effects. It's perfect for those who love the ritual and taste of coffee but want to reduce their caffeine intake for health reasons, during pregnancy, or on doctor's advice. Many people also enjoy mixing decaf and regular coffee to moderate their caffeine consumption while still enjoying multiple cups throughout the day.
Store your decaffeinated coffee beans the same way you would regular coffee – in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture. Contrary to some myths, decaffeinated beans don't stale faster than regular beans. Keep them in a cool, dark cupboard (not the refrigerator, which can introduce moisture) and only grind what you need just before brewing for maximum freshness and flavour.
Absolutely. Our decaffeinated coffee beans are versatile and perform excellently in all brewing methods. They produce a lovely crema in espresso machines, develop full body in a French press, and offer clean flavours in filter brewing. The medium to dark roast profile makes these beans particularly well-suited to methods that highlight body and sweetness, such as espresso, moka pot, and cafetière.
Explore our complete collection from Caffé Prima, including our popular 1 kg bags of coffee beans, featuring exceptional blends and single-origin coffees to suit every taste and brewing style.
