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Water Processed Decaf Espresso

Roasted by Per'La Specialty Roasters

This medium roast decaf espresso from Huila, Colombia offers a well-balanced profile with notes of milk chocolate, lemon/lime, and grapefruit.

Water Processed Decaf Espresso — Per'La Specialty Roasters
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Well BalancedMilk ChocolateLemon/LimeGrapefruit

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Water Processed Decaf Espresso

Roast Level- Medium

Tasting Notes: Well Balanced, Milk Chocolate, Lemon/Lime, Grapefruit

Farm: Various Small Growers 

Region: Huila, Colombia

Process: Fully Washed, Swiss Water Decaffeination Process

Altitude: 1300-1600 MASL

Species: 100% Arabica

Varietals: Caturra, Typica, Catuai

Experience the rich flavors of our Water Processed Decaf Espresso, sourced from Colombian coffee beans in the Huila region. Roasted to a medium level, this decaf espresso offers a well-balanced profile with notes of milk chocolate, lemon/lime, and grapefruit. Sourced from various small growers, these 100% Arabica beans undergo a fully washed process followed by Swiss Water decaffeination, preserving their natural flavors while removing caffeine. Enjoy Colombian coffee's brightness and balance without the caffeine kick.

— Per'La Specialty Roasters

Context

Sourced from various small growers in the Colombia · Huila region, this Water Processed Decaf Espresso by Per'La Specialty Roasters offers a refined profile for those seeking a caffeine-free experience without sacrificing complexity. The coffee is fully washed, a technique that typically emphasizes a clean cup profile and highlights the inherent acidity of the bean. While fully washed coffees are often celebrated for their bright, crisp clarity, this specific lot balances that acidity with deep, comforting sweetness.

When evaluating the nuances of this espresso, drinkers may find it helpful to reference a flavor wheel to identify the interplay between its citrus-forward notes and chocolatey base. Because the decaffeination process can sometimes alter the structural integrity of the green coffee, understanding the processing methods involved is essential for dialing in the perfect extraction. This selection demonstrates how careful sourcing and processing can maintain a well-balanced cup, even after the decaffeination process.

Buy — $18 from Per'La Specialty Roasters

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Water Processed Decaf Espresso grown?

Water Processed Decaf Espresso, roasted by Per'La Specialty Roasters, is sourced from Huila, Colombia.

What does Water Processed Decaf Espresso taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Well Balanced, Milk Chocolate, Lemon/Lime, and Grapefruit.

How is Water Processed Decaf Espresso processed?

Water Processed Decaf Espresso uses the Fully Washed process.

What roast level is Water Processed Decaf Espresso?

It is roasted to a medium level.

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