At Brewtay Coffee, we believe everyone deserves a delicious cup of coffee, anytime, day or night. That's why we're proud to offer our Peru Decaf, decaffeinated using the innovative and 100% chemical-free Swiss Water Process. But what is the Swiss Water Process, and why is it so much better than traditional decaffeination methods?

The Problem with Traditional Decaffeination:

Many conventional decaffeination methods rely on chemical solvents, like methylene chloride or ethyl acetate, to extract caffeine from green coffee beans. While these methods are generally considered safe, they can sometimes strip away some of the coffee's desirable flavor compounds along with the caffeine, leaving you with a less-than-stellar cup. And, for those seeking a more natural approach, chemical solvents are simply not an option.

Enter the Swiss Water Process: A Natural Solution

The Swiss Water Process, developed in Switzerland in the 1930s (and commercially available since 1980), offers a brilliantly simple and completely chemical-free way to decaffeinate coffee. It relies on just three elements: water, temperature, and time. Here's how it works:

The Swiss Water Process: Step-by-Step

1. Green Coffee Immersion: It all starts with a batch of green, unroasted coffee beans (in our case, our delicious Peru). These beans are cleaned and then immersed in pure, local water.

2. Green Coffee Extract (GCE): The water, now saturated with both caffeine and the coffee's soluble flavor compounds, is drained off. This water is called Green Coffee Extract (GCE).

3. Carbon Filtration: The GCE is passed through a special carbon filter that is designed to capture only the larger caffeine molecules, leaving the smaller flavor molecules behind.

4. Caffeine-Free GCE: The now caffeine-free GCE (still full of flavor!) is introduced to a new batch of green coffee beans.

5. Osmosis Magic: Because the GCE is already saturated with flavor compounds, the only thing that leaves the new beans is the caffeine. Think of it like this: the GCE is "full" of flavor, so there's no room for the flavor from the new beans to escape. Only the caffeine, seeking equilibrium, migrates from the beans into the GCE.

6. Repeat and Dry: This process is repeated until the beans are 99.9% caffeine-free. Finally, the decaffeinated beans are removed and dried.

The Benefits of Swiss Water Process Decaf:

• 100% Chemical-Free: No harsh solvents are ever used, ensuring a pure and natural decaffeination process.
• Superior Flavor: By preserving the coffee's original flavor compounds, the Swiss Water Process delivers a decaf that tastes remarkably similar to its caffeinated counterpart.
• Environmentally Friendly: The process is sustainable and environmentally responsible.
• Peace of Mind: You can enjoy your decaf knowing it's been processed in the most natural way possible.

Brewtay's Peru Decaf: All the Flavor, None of the Jitters

Our Peru Decaf, decaffeinated using the Swiss Water Process, offers a delicious and satisfying coffee experience without the caffeine kick. You'll still enjoy the characteristic smooth body, notes of chocolate and nuts, and a gentle citrus acidity. It's the perfect choice for an evening treat, a caffeine-sensitive individual, or anyone who simply wants to savor the flavor of great coffee without the buzz.

Experience the difference of chemical-free decaf. Try our Peru Decaf today!