Guatemala Cha Chi Sugarcane Decaf – Medium-Dark Roast

This rare Guatemalan decaf coffee is sourced from renowned coffee-growing regions including Fraijanes, Acatenango, and Huehuetenango, where high altitudes, volcanic soils, and diverse microclimates create ideal conditions for producing distinctive coffees with layered flavour.

The sugarcane decaffeination process uses ethyl acetate (EA), a naturally occurring compound derived from sugarcane, to remove caffeine from green coffee beans. The beans are first steamed to open their structure, then washed with EA, which selectively binds to caffeine molecules and extracts them while leaving most of the coffee’s flavour compounds intact.

The beans are then rinsed and dried, resulting in decaf coffee that retains its natural sweetness, body and aroma. This method typically removes around 97%–99% of caffeine, leaving only a small amount compared to regular coffee.