Did you know there are coffee beans that are naturally low in caffeine — without any decaf processing?
Meet Coffea Iberica, also known as Excelsa or Chari beans. Used in blends like Trung Nguyen’s Passiona (Vietnam), they clock in at only 35% the caffeine of regular coffee — naturally!
What’s the flavor like? Nutty, chocolaty, and even fruity. It’s no bland decaf substitute. But it’s rare — these beans make up only 1% of global production.
How to enjoy it: Try blending it with a low-caf Arabica to round out the flavor. Perfect if you’re sensitive to caffeine but love a real cup of coffee.
💡 Other options:
Make your own low-caffeine blend (half Arabica, half decaf)
Use darker roasts & coarser grind
Go for 100% Arabica instant if you’re traveling
Takeaway: You don’t have to go full decaf — just go smarter. The world of coffee has more mellow, delicious surprises than you think.
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