Colombia - Decaf

• Tasting Notes: Cherry, Chocolate, Syrupy Sweet
• Roast Level: 03 Medium

Colombia – Decaf

Comforting, deeply sweet, and full of flavor, our Colombia – Decaf is a medium roast created for coffee drinkers who want an exceptional cup without the caffeine. With tasting notes of ripe
cherry, smooth chocolate, and syrupy sweetness, this Colombian decaf delivers a rich, balanced cup with a velvety body and rounded finish.

Sourced from our longtime farming partners Shady and Elias Bayter in Colombia, this coffee is decaffeinated using the EA Sugarcane process. Our Roast Level 03: Medium approach
develops the coffee's chocolate-forward sweetness while preserving its natural fruit character. The result is a satisfying, approachable coffee that proves decaf can be every bit as complex and enjoyable as its caffeinated counterpart.

A Rich and Syrupy Colombian Decaf

Expect ripe cherry sweetness to lead the cup, followed by smooth chocolate and a rich, syrupy body that lingers pleasantly after every sip. The fruit character can be reminiscent of dark cherry
preserves, while creamy cocoa and caramelized sugar undertones add warmth and depth. Its velvety texture and balanced profile make this an easy coffee to enjoy throughout the day.
Brew it as drip coffee, pour-over, or espresso, or pair it with milk when you want those deeper chocolate and caramelized flavors to come forward. If you're interested in how characteristics like sweetness, acidity, and body shape what you taste, explore our guide to coffee flavor profiles.

Tasting Notes

● Cherry
● Chocolate
● Syrupy Sweet

Coffee Details

● Farmers: Shady + Elias Bayter
● Origin: Colombia
● Region: Huila
● Farm: El Vergel
● Altitude: 1,500 meters
● Processing: EA Sugarcane
● Variety: Caturra

Roast Level: 03 — Medium

Profile: Rich, sweet, chocolate-forward, and syrupy

Best For: Drip coffee, pour-over, espresso, and milk-based drinks

Full-Flavored Decaf Without the Compromise

Decaf does not have to mean sacrificing body, sweetness, or complexity. This Colombian coffee uses EA Sugarcane decaffeination, a process that uses ethyl acetate derived from fermented sugarcane to gently remove caffeine while helping preserve the natural structure and inherent sweetness of the coffee.

That attention to processing matters because coffee flavor begins long before the beans reach the roaster. From growing and harvesting through processing and roasting, each stage influences what ultimately reaches your cup. Learn more about that journey in our guide to coffee from seed to cup.

Our relationship with Shady and Elias Bayter also goes well beyond simply purchasing green coffee. YIELD has worked alongside the brothers for years, collaborating on coffee and staying connected with the continued progress at El Vergel. Their work includes composting organic material created during coffee processing and implementing water-conservation efforts on the
farm. Whether you're reducing your caffeine intake, looking for an evening coffee, or simply want a decaf that tastes like great coffee, Colombia – Decaf delivers the depth and sweetness you're
looking for.

Enjoy the cherry and chocolate notes on their own, add milk for an even creamier cup, or explore YIELD's complete coffee collection to find the right coffee for any time of day.

Farmers: Shady + Elias Bayter

Origin: Colombia
Region: Huila
Farm: El Vergel
Altitude: 1500 Meters
Process: EA Sugarcane
Varieties: Caturra

E.A. Sugarcane decaffeination is known as “The Natural Decaffeination Method”. Highest quality green coffee + highest quality water + sugarcane ethyl acetate = ridiculously natural decaf coffee. This process retains the body of coffee and the inherent sweetness within this Colombian coffee that we’ve all come to expect.

Decaffeination is accomplished through Ethyl Acetate, which is a natural byproduct of fermented sugarcane. E.A. bonds with the soluble caffeine compounds in the coffee allowing them to be removed from the green beans. The water-EA process allows for gentle caffeine extraction from the bean avoiding excessive heat and pressure thus retaining the natural structure of the coffee bean cells.

We have been working alongside of Shady and Elias Bayter in Colombia for many years! We love the collaboration and experimentation coming from these two brothers. We connect via google hangouts multiple times a year to plan our green coffee purchases, receive updates, and see all the progress happening in and around their coffee farm. We visited the El Vergel farm in May 2022!

By implementing updated technologies, they are able compost organic material from the processing of coffee that would otherwise go to waste. In addition, water conservation efforts have reduced overall water consumption on the farm by at least 40%

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