Decaf Tea Options: What to Know
If you love tea but want to manage your caffeine intake, decaffeinated tea is the more reliable route — simply choosing a "lighter" tea type doesn't remove caffeine as effectively as genuine decaffeination.
How Tea is Decaffeinated
Tea is typically decaffeinated using either a CO2 process or a solvent-based method, both aimed at removing the majority of caffeine while preserving as much of the leaf's original flavour compounds as possible. No process removes 100% of caffeine, but properly decaffeinated tea contains only a small fraction of its original content.
Does Decaf Taste Different?
Decaffeination does affect flavour to some degree, since the process interacts with more than just caffeine molecules — expect a slightly softer, milder cup compared to the same tea in its regular form, though a well-processed decaf still holds onto much of its original character.
Who Decaf Tea Suits
Decaf is a sensible choice for evening drinking, for anyone managing caffeine sensitivity, or simply for those who enjoy tea's flavour without wanting the stimulant effect at all.
Check our range for decaffeinated options when brewing later in the day.