Decaf Coffee - Colombia Huila

Tasting notes

This Colombian Huila EA Decaf coffee has a rich, well-balanced flavor with notes of brown sugar and malt, complemented by subtle hints of toasted nuts and dark chocolate, and a soft, lingering finish.

Recipe

Filter: 20g coffee / 280g water / 3min 15s
Espresso: 17g coffee / 36g water / 28s

The bean

Origin : Colombia
Region : Huila
Farm/Producer : Smallholders
Varietal : Caturra, Castillo
Altitude: 1400 – 1900 MASL
Process: Natural, Ethyl Acetate Decaf

If you’re looking for a delicious Colombian coffee that won’t keep you up all night, then our Huila Sugarcane decaf coffee is the perfect choice for you.

Made from high-quality beans grown in the fertile lands of Huila Colombia, this coffee boasts a rich and smooth flavor that’s sure to please even the most discerning coffee connoisseur. What sets EA Sugarcane decaf coffee apart is its unique decaffeination process, which uses natural sugarcane to extract caffeine while preserving the coffee’s natural flavors and aromas.

This coffee is a great choice for those who want to enjoy the taste of premium Colombian coffee without the jitters or sleepless nights. So why wait? reat yourself to a cup of EA Sugarcane decaf coffee today and experience the best of Colombian coffee without any of the caffeine. 

Decaffeination process

The sugarcane EA (ethyl acetate) decaffeination process is a natural and eco-friendly method for removing caffeine from coffee beans. In this process, ethyl acetate, which is derived from sugarcane, is used to extract the caffeine from the coffee beans.

The process begins with unroasted, green coffee beans. These beans are first moistened with water and then placed in a drum where they are steamed for a short period. This step helps to open up the pores in the coffee beans, making it easier for the ethyl acetate to penetrate.

After steaming, the coffee beans are then soaked in a solution of water and natural ethyl acetate, which has been derived from sugarcane. The ethyl acetate acts as a solvent, bonding with the caffeine molecules and separating them from the coffee beans. The coffee beans are then washed with water to remove any remaining ethyl acetate and caffeine.

The final step in the process is drying the coffee beans. Once the beans are completely dry, they are ready to be roasted and enjoyed as decaffeinated coffee.

Compared to other decaffeination methods, the sugarcane EA process is considered to be more natural and environmentally friendly. It does not use harsh chemicals or leave behind any harmful residues. Additionally, the use of sugarcane-derived ethyl acetate helps support sustainable agriculture and reduces the carbon footprint of the decaffeination process.

WE ROAST OUR COFFEE FRESH EVERY MONDAY. ALL ORDERS PLACED BEFORE 6:00 AM (ET) ON MONDAY WILL BE SHIPPED THE NEXT DAY (TUESDAY). ORDERS PLACED AFTER THIS CUT-OFF TIME WILL BE ROASTED AND SHIPPED THE FOLLOWING WEEK.