CO2 decaffeination

The CO2 method is one of the most modern and gentle ways to remove caffeine from green coffee beans long before they reach the roastery. This process involves placing the beans in a pressurized tank with carbon dioxide, which makes the gas behave much like a dense liquid. This fluid washes away only the caffeine, leaving all the natural oils and compounds responsible for the beautiful flavor and aroma completely untouched. Because of this precision, specialty coffee made as a decaf maintains its rich character and natural sweetness in your cup. Interestingly, the carbon dioxide used in this process is usually captured and recycled, while the extracted caffeine is often sold to energy drink manufacturers.