Profile: A wonderful, naturally decaffeinated Colombian coffee with flavour notes of Dark Chocolate Brownie, Biscuit & Plum.
Heritage:
- Direct Trade Coffee from Cafe Cumbres, Colombia
- From the region of Ciudad Bolivar, Antioquia
- Grown at an altitude of 1,500-1,700 masl
- The varietals include Caturra Colombia, and Castillo
- Washed, Sugar Cane Decaffeination
ORIGIN NOTES
Sugarcane Ethyl Acetate (E.A.) processing — commonly referred to as a natural decaffeination method — uses a gentle combination of steam and ethyl acetate to remove caffeine while preserving the coffee’s character and sweetness. Ethyl acetate itself is a naturally occurring compound derived as a by-product of sugar and wine fermentation, making it an ideal solvent for maintaining a full and expressive flavour profile.
This Sugarcane Decaf is sourced from Café Cumbres, a group of coffee farms located in Ciudad Bolívar, Antioquia. Their focus centres around exceptional cup quality, environmental and economic sustainability, and complete transparency throughout the supply chain.
Cast Iron have been working directly with Cumbres for the past three years, and our relationship has continued to grow from strength to strength. The result is a decaf that never feels like a compromise — vibrant, sweet, and beautifully balanced, offering all the character and complexity you would expect from a standout Colombian coffee. Whether enjoyed as an espresso or filter, this is a coffee designed to prove that exceptional flavour doesn’t need caffeine to leave a lasting impression.
OUR BREWING SUGGESTIONS
espresso
This is our go-to decaf for our wholesale customers for espresso. It has amazing flavour and consistency. We recommend using 18 g of coffee as a starting point for a 36g shot in around 28-30 seconds. Expect a full bodied and rich espresso.
filter
As a starting point use a ratio of 30g of ground coffee with 500ml of water at approximately 95degC. Wet the bed of coffee with approximately twice its weight in water, and make sure all the grounds are equally saturated. Add the remaining water in 3 equal measures, with all water added before 3 mins. Total brew time should be around 3:30 - 4:00 minutes
Roast Level: medium
A medium roasted coffee that will please both espresso and filter drinkers
FAQ's
Here are our general Frequently Asked Questions
If I place an order, when will it be dispatched?
We ship our orders from Monday through to Friday and we aim to ship every order received before 1pm, on the day it is received.
How long will it take to receive my order?
For UK orders, our standard shipping is with Royal Mail Tracked 48 hours so please allow two working days. For an additional cost we can ship Royal Mail Tracked 24 hours. For all orders over 3kg in weight we ship with DPD. For overseas orders please allow 7-10 days for delivery.
How long after roast date should I wait until I brew my coffee?
For filter coffees please wait 5-7 days before using and for espresso please wait 7-10 days. It will be worth it, honest!
How long will my coffee stay fresh?
Our coffee is at its optimum between day 7 to around day 30 after roast date and will be absolutely fine for up to 3 months. Ground coffee will lose its flavour faster.
What days do you roast coffee?
We are roasting everyday, Monday through to Thursday.
Can I visit your workshop to collect my order?
Yes! We welcome visits to the workshop. Please do phone or email ahead for directions.
When will my subscription order be shipped?
We ship all subscription orders on the third week of every month.
Can I choose the coffee for my subscription?
Yes of course. If there is a particular coffee you would like repeated or are keen to try then please do get in contact and let us know.
What if I want to return my order or it is damaged?
We want all our customers to be 100% happy with their purchase. If for any reason your order does not arrive in perfect condition then please email us and we will rectify the situation.
