Decaf La Esmeralda

Fancy a lighter take on a decaffeinated coffee?  Introducing the La Esmeralda! This coffee is from Chiapas, Mexico and is delicate and delightful and perfect for an evening brew without the caffeine that’ll keep you up.  Tasting notes found here are cocoa, spice, and a sweetness in the aromatics.

Here is a great article about the decaffeination process from the Happy Barista: How Do You Decaffeinate Coffee?

What Grind Should I Use?

You can have your Nate’s Coffee order ground to your preferred brewing method before shipping! 

• Whole Bean: Whole bean coffee. Ideal if you prefer the freshest coffee experience and use a grinder at home. We recommend using a burr grinder.
• Coarse: A coarse, sea salt like grind. Great for french presses and percolators. 
• Drip: A medium grind, consistency of sand. This is the most standard grind. Ideal for most drip coffee makers (like Mr. Coffee) and Clever brewers.
• Pour over: A medium-fine grind, in between drip and espresso grind. Great for pour overs and Chemex.
• Espresso: Little less fine than table salt, great for espresso. 

What if I use an Aeropress? Use this as your guide: 

• Drip: 3 minute brew time
• Pour over: 2-3 minute brew time
• Espresso: (our preferred method) 1-2 minute brew time