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Colombia · Sugar Cane · Medium Roast

Long Play Decaf

Roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters

This decaf blend from Huila and Cauca uses the sugar cane process to retain sweetness, texture, and aromatic complexity.

Long Play Decaf — Verve Coffee Roasters
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From the roaster

Sourced from high-elevation growing regions in Huila and Cauca, this blend combines washed and natural coffees, including Pink Bourbon, sourced from some of Colombia’s most celebrated varieties. Decaffeinated using the natural Sugar Cane process, the coffee retains sweetness, texture, and aromatic complexity while delivering a clean, satisfying finish.

Each coffee is roasted to order. Orders ship within 2 business days.

— Verve Coffee Roasters

Context

Long Play Decaf, sourced by Verve Coffee Roasters, highlights the potential of high-quality decaffeination applied to distinct regional lots. This coffee is composed of the Pink Bourbon varietal, cultivated across the Colombian departments of Huila and Cauca. To remove caffeine while preserving the integrity of the bean, the producers utilized the sugar cane process, a method often favored for its ability to maintain the inherent sweetness of the coffee cherry.

When exploring decaffeinated offerings, it is helpful to understand that the processing methods play a significant role in the final cup profile, often influencing both body and acidity. As you evaluate the nuances of this specific lot, you may find it useful to reference the flavor wheel to better articulate the complex characteristics that emerge from this unique combination of origin and varietal. By focusing on careful processing, this selection demonstrates that decaf can offer a sophisticated experience for the discerning palate.

Buy — $24 from Verve Coffee Roasters

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Long Play Decaf grown?

Long Play Decaf, roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Huila, Colombia.

How is Long Play Decaf processed?

Long Play Decaf uses the Sugar Cane process.

What roast level is Long Play Decaf?

It is roasted to a medium roast level.

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