Cafeïne Vrij

Decaf coffee beans that taste like real coffee: that’s what our Blend Decaf is all about. A blend of 100% decaffeinated Arabica beans, sourced green and freshly roasted in our own roastery in Zutphen. Fine and mellow in flavor, with pleasant aromas and a balanced acidity.

Most supermarket decaf is factory-roasted and spends weeks in transit. We roast our decaffeinated beans ourselves in small batches, just like all our coffee. You can taste the difference in the cup.

How are coffee beans decaffeinated?

The caffeine is extracted from the green beans before roasting. This takes place in several stages, until the caffeine content is at or below the European legal maximum of 0.1%. The process fully complies with European legislation.

Important for the flavor: the bean itself remains intact. After decaffeination, we roast the beans like any other blend, with a neutral roast profile for a mellow, approachable flavor.

Who is decaf coffee for?

Decaffeinated coffee is for anyone who wants the taste and ritual of coffee without the caffeine. Think of an evening cup, during pregnancy, or simply because you’re sensitive to caffeine.

• Evening coffee: enjoy a fresh cup without lying awake.
• Full flavor: 100% Arabica, with no compromise on quality.
• Freshly roasted: from our own roastery, weighed out per order.

Decaf coffee beans from De Pelikaan

We have been roasting coffee in Zutphen for more than 200 years, at Pelikaanstraat since 1816, and have held the Royal Warrant since 1991. Our coffee was named the best cup of coffee in the Netherlands in 2002, 2003, and 2004.

Prefer pods? Check out our decaffeinated coffee pods. Or explore the full selection of freshly roasted coffee, with more than 25 varieties.

Frequently asked questions about decaf coffee beans

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What are decaf coffee beans?

Decaf coffee beans are coffee beans from which the caffeine has been removed before roasting. Under European standards, decaf can contain a maximum of 0.1% caffeine. The flavor and aroma are largely preserved, especially in freshly roasted beans.

Is decaf coffee completely caffeine-free?

Almost. By law, decaf can contain up to 0.1% caffeine; as a result, a cup of decaf contains only a few milligrams of caffeine, compared with about 85 milligrams in regular coffee.

Does decaf coffee taste different from regular coffee?

Good decaf comes close to the taste of regular coffee. Our Blend Decaf is made from 100% Arabica and freshly roasted in our own roastery, allowing the aromas to shine. The flavor is fine and mellow.

Are decaffeinated coffee pods also available?

Yes. Alongside loose decaf coffee beans, we also sell decaffeinated coffee pods compatible with Nespresso machines. Both are made from the same carefully selected decaffeinated beans.