Decaf coffee is increasingly sought after by people who still want a daily cup of coffee but don't want heart palpitations, insomnia, or stomach upset. This guide explains what decaf coffee is, how much caffeine it actually contains, who it's suitable for, and how to choose a good decaf coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Decaf coffee<\/strong> (from decaffeinated<\/em>) is coffee that has had most of its caffeine removed before the beans are roasted. The process takes place while the beans are still green: the beans are moistened, then the caffeine is "pulled" out with water, carbon dioxide, or a special food-safe solvent. The beans are then dried and roasted like regular coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The result is still coffee: the aroma, bitterness, and body are still there. The only thing drastically reduced is the caffeine. In many countries, the term decaf is used for coffee that has had about 97% or more of the caffeine removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a common misconception. Decaf coffee still contains a small amount of caffeine, so it's more accurately called low caffeine coffee<\/strong>. As a rough illustration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The exact amount depends on the type of bean, the decaf process, and the brewing method. But the difference is clear: a cup of decaf contains only a fraction of the caffeine in regular coffee. Therefore, many people can drink decaf coffee in the afternoon or evening without disturbing their sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Decaf coffee isn't automatically "healthy," but for many people it is. more friendly<\/em>. Coffee, whether regular or decaf, still contains natural compounds like polyphenols. The difference is, with decaf, you can enjoy coffee without the side effects of excess caffeine. Equally important is what you add to your cup: decaf coffee with lots of sugar and creamer is still a high-calorie beverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We discuss this topic further in What is Healthy Coffee Like?<\/a> And Decaf Coffee for Heart & No Palpitations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Robusta has about twice the caffeine content of Arabica, has a thicker, more bitter taste, and is suitable for Indonesian palates accustomed to brewed coffee. After decaffeination, decaf robusta coffee<\/strong> It still retains the "real coffee" character without the high caffeine content. Decaf Arabica is typically lighter and has a more pronounced fruity acidity. Choose one that suits your taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wakiro wears Robusta decaf<\/strong> Packaged in 10.5g dip pouches, with no added sugar. Each variant is blended with Indonesian ingredients:<\/p>\n\n\n\nDecaf coffee = low caffeine coffee, not zero caffeine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Who is suitable for drinking decaf coffee?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Is decaf coffee healthier?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Arabica decaf or robusta decaf?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to choose good decaf coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Decaf coffee from Wakiro Kopi Harmoni<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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