Half Caff – Low Acid Mold-Free Medium Roast Coffee

Half Caff is for the coffee you don't want to give up. Same clean, low-acid cup — roughly half the caffeine. A 50/50 blend of our full-caffeine specialty Arabica and beans decaffeinated by the natural Sugarcane EA process, small-batch roasted in our dedicated Top 9 allergen-free California facility. Mold-free. SPOKIN-verified allergen-free.

At a Glance

Blend: 50% full-caffeine specialty Arabica · 50% Sugarcane EA decaffeinated
Caffeine: Roughly half of a regular cup
Decaffeination: Natural Sugarcane EA — no harsh solvents
Roast Level: Medium — balanced, smooth, not bitter
Best For: Auto Drip · Pour-Over · French Press · Espresso

Why Half Caff Coffee

Most people who cut back on coffee don't want to stop drinking it. They want the ritual, the taste, and the morning — with less of what's keeping them up at night or leaving them jittery by noon.

Decaf asks you to give up the lift entirely. Half Caff doesn't. It's the middle option: enough caffeine to feel like coffee, little enough that a second cup at 3pm is an easy yes.

Half the Caffeine

A true 50/50 blend — cut back without quitting

SPOKIN Verified

The first SPOKIN-verified coffee company in America

Low Acid & Mold-Free

Sourced and roasted to be better tolerated by sensitive stomachs

Half Caff vs. Regular vs. Decaf

	Regular (Unity)	Half Caff	Pangea Decaf
Caffeine	Full	Roughly half	Trace amounts only
Best time of day	Morning	Morning through afternoon	Evening
Low acid	Yes	Yes	Yes
SPOKIN-verified allergen-free facility	Yes	Yes	Yes

What's In the Blend

Two coffees, nothing else. Half is our full-caffeine specialty-grade Arabica. The other half is decaffeinated with the natural Sugarcane EA process — ethyl acetate derived from fermented sugarcane, a compound that also occurs naturally in fruit. No harsh solvents, and it tends to preserve more of the coffee's original sweetness than conventional methods.

We source from naturally low-acid growing regions and carefully cup for perceived acidity. Our Q graders inspect coffee at our facility — and sometimes at the source — for mold damage and defects. See our full sourcing and inspection protocols.

Who Half Caff Is For

Cutting Back, Not Quitting

Keep every cup in your routine and halve the caffeine in each one.

Afternoon Coffee Drinkers

A 3pm cup with less caffeine standing between you and bedtime.

Caffeine-Sensitive

A gentler lift for people who get jittery on a full-strength cup.

Sensitive Stomachs

Low acid and less caffeine — often better tolerated by people told to "cut back on the coffee."

Limiting Caffeine on Medical Advice

Pregnancy, medication changes, or any season where less matters — check your limit with your provider.

Allergy Households

Roasted in a SPOKIN-verified Top 9 allergen-free facility. Our own kids have food allergies — this is personal.

How to Brew Half Caff

Whole bean — grind fresh and brew it exactly like your regular coffee. For more, see our Complete Brewing Guide.

Auto Drip

1:16 ratio, medium grind. The easiest everyday method — and a paper filter makes for the gentlest cup.

Pour-Over

20–24g coffee to 320–380g water, 2:45–3:15 total brew time.

French Press

1:15 ratio, coarse grind, 4-minute steep. Full body and a rounder cup.

Espresso

18g in, 36–40g out, 25–30 seconds. A smooth half-caff shot for afternoon lattes.

Product Details

Size: 10oz (280g) | Form: Whole Bean
Roast Level: Medium
Caffeine: Roughly half of a regular cup
Decaffeination: Natural Sugarcane EA (sugarcane-derived ethyl acetate)
Standards: Specialty Grade · Low Acid · Mold-Free · SPOKIN-Verified Allergen-Free
Facility: Dedicated Top 9 allergen-free, SPOKIN-verified, California
Ingredients: 100% Specialty Arabica Coffee

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is half caff coffee?

Half caff is a blend of regular and decaffeinated coffee beans. Pangea Half Caff is a true 50/50 blend — half full-caffeine specialty Arabica, half Sugarcane EA decaf — so each cup has roughly half the caffeine of our regular coffee.

How much caffeine is in half caff coffee?

Roughly half of a regular cup. A typical 8oz cup of brewed coffee has about 95mg of caffeine, so by that benchmark a 50/50 blend lands somewhere around 45–50mg. The exact amount in your cup depends on how much coffee you use and how you brew it.

Is half caff better than decaf?

It depends what you're after. Decaf removes nearly all the caffeine (a trace always remains); Half Caff keeps enough for a noticeable lift. If you're cutting back rather than quitting, or you want an afternoon cup that still feels like coffee, Half Caff is the middle ground. For evenings, Pangea Decaf is the better fit.

Does half caff taste different from regular coffee?

Not in the way most people expect. The Sugarcane EA process is gentle on flavor, so the decaf half holds its sweetness and body. The blend drinks like a balanced, smooth medium roast — not like a watered-down cup.

What is the Sugarcane EA decaffeination process?

Ethyl acetate is a compound that occurs naturally in fruit. In the Sugarcane EA process it's derived from fermented sugarcane and used to draw caffeine out of green coffee — no harsh solvents, and it tends to preserve more of the coffee's original sweetness than other methods.

Is Half Caff low acid?

Yes. We source from naturally low-acid growing regions, carefully cup for perceived acidity, and roast to a medium profile that keeps sharp acidity down — which many people with sensitive stomachs find better tolerated. Individual results vary.

Is Half Caff mold-free and allergen-free?

Yes. Our Q graders inspect coffee at our facility — and sometimes at the source — for mold damage and defects, and Half Caff is roasted in our dedicated Top 9 allergen-free facility. Pangea is the first SPOKIN-verified coffee company in America. See our full protocols here.

Can I drink half caff coffee while pregnant?

Many healthcare providers advise limiting caffeine during pregnancy, and Half Caff can make it easier to stay under whatever limit yours sets. Always check with your provider about what's right for you — they know your situation best.

When will my order ship?

We small-batch roast in California and strive for same-day weekday shipping.

Half the Caffeine. All the Coffee.

Low acid. Mold-free. SPOKIN-verified allergen-free. A smooth medium roast you can say yes to at 3pm.

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Medical Disclaimer: This product page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are limiting caffeine for a medical reason, or have a health condition, please consult a qualified healthcare provider. Individual results may vary.