Decaf espresso beans
Energy: Negligible as brewed, unsweetened (planning figure — the product label is the final reference)
Shelf life: Sealed: months per bag date. Decaf often fades a little faster than regular — buy smaller bags and rotate.
Storage: Airtight, cool, dark; keep it clearly separated from the caffeinated blend to avoid mix-ups.
- Evening lattes and cappuccinos without the caffeine load
- Decaf Spanish latte or mocha on request
- The safe default for caffeine-sensitive guests
Dial in separately from the house blend — decaf usually needs its own grind setting and often runs faster; single-dose it if there is no dedicated hopper.
Not caffeine-free — a small residual amount remains, so say 'low caffeine', never 'zero', to guests who ask for medical or pregnancy reasons.