Consumer education on decaf
How to educate consumers about decaf coffee, address misconceptions, and highlight its role in specialty coffee culture.
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Process traceability and claims
Why transparency in decaffeination processes matters, how traceability is ensured, and what claims roasters should communicate responsibly.
Brewing adjustments for decaf
How to adjust brewing parameters for decaffeinated coffee to account for its unique physical and chemical properties.
Flavor impacts of decaf methods
How different decaffeination methods affect coffee flavor, body, and aroma, and what this means for specialty coffee drinkers.
Solvent residues and safety
How solvent-based decaffeination works, what residues may remain, and why regulatory bodies consider these processes safe for consumers.
Ethyl acetate (sugarcane) process
How the ethyl acetate (EA) process—often called the sugarcane method—decaffeinates coffee using a naturally derived solvent while maintaining desirable flavor qualities.