El Descanso - Descafeinado, Colombia

Drink a lot of coffee? The 1 kg format costs €41.90/kg, 18% less than a 250 g bag (€51.60/kg).

• Origin: Tolima, Colombia
• Cooperative: Small-scale farmers
• Harvest: 2025
• Process: Swiss Water decaffeination
• Altitude: 1,600–1,900 meters above sea level
• Variety: Red and yellow Caturra

Description: Cocoa, panela, and nuts.

ABOUT THIS COFFEE

El Descanso is a single-origin decaffeinated coffee grown in the mountains of Tolima, a Colombian region known for its fertile volcanic soil, mild climate, and elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,800 meters above sea level. These natural conditions favor the production of beans with complex, balanced sensory profiles, even after decaffeination.

This coffee is the result of the careful work of small-scale coffee growers who cultivate it using artisanal, sustainable methods, preserving traditional practices that respect both the land and the fruit. It is naturally decaffeinated using water, without chemicals, preserving the bean’s aromatic and flavor qualities.

In the cup, El Descanso reveals soft notes of cocoa, panela, and nuts, with delicate acidity and a medium body that make it ideal for any time of day. It’s the perfect choice for those who want to enjoy the authentic taste of Colombian coffee without the caffeine: a serene experience that reflects Tolima’s calm and passionate character.

ABOUT THE PROCESS.

The Swiss Water® method is a 100% natural decaffeination technique developed in Switzerland. It uses only water, temperature, and time to remove up to 99.9% of the caffeine from coffee beans, without the use of chemical solvents such as methylene chloride or ethyl acetate.

Through a process of osmosis and filtration, the green beans are immersed in hot water to release the caffeine. This water—rich in the coffee’s soluble compounds—is then passed through an activated carbon filter that traps only the caffeine molecules, preserving the bean’s natural aromas and flavors.

The result is a high-quality decaffeinated coffee, clean, full of character, and true to the origin’s original profile. A perfect choice for those who want to enjoy the authentic flavor of specialty coffee without compromising on enjoyment or purity.