A sweet, accessible, and balanced decaf that’s perfect with or without milk from Oakland-based roaster Flower Child. While Pink Bourbon coffee has virtually dominated Huila, Flower Child is dedicated to highlighting high-quality Caturra, Castillo, and Variedad Colombia from the region in this stunning decaf. It’s sweet, accessible, balanced with notes of praline, orange, cacao, and brown sugar. 🌎Origin: Suaza, Huila, Colombia 🔬 Variety: Caturra, Castillo, Variedad Colombia ⛰️ Elevation: 1,300–1,900 MASL 🔥 Roast: Light ⚖️ Bag Size: 8.8 oz (250g)
| Size | 8.8 oz (250 g), 2 lb, 5 lb |
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| Origin | Suaza, Huila, Colombia |
| Preparation | Versatile, with or without milk |
| Roast Level | Light |
| Flavor Profile | Praline, orange, cacao, brown sugar |
| Caffeine Content | Decaffeinated |
This is a solid decaf. The praline and orange notes come through subtly, making for a pleasant morning cup without the jitters. It's not the absolute smoothest decaf I've had, but it's a definite step up from most grocery store brands.
This decaf is fantastic. The brown sugar and cacao notes create a really smooth, comforting flavor profile that works well anytime. It's just as good with milk as it is on its own, making it very versatile.
The flavor profile is pretty good, you definitely get some of those brown sugar and cacao notes. It's a bit more acidic than I prefer for a decaf, which tends to be noticeable when drinking it black. Might be better for those who always add milk.
The decaf has a nice sweetness, though the orange notes are very subtle for my palate. It grinds consistently and makes a reliable, balanced cup every morning. A solid option, but not quite as complex as some others I've tried.
Finally found a decaf that doesn't taste like an afterthought! The balance is perfect, and I can truly pick up on the cacao and brown sugar notes, especially when I grind it fresh. It’s a comforting and flavorful way to end the day.
