{"product_id":"decaf-coffee-bags","title":"Simmer Down Decaf - Brew Bags","description":"\u003ch4\u003eSimmer Down Decaf Brew Bags. Freshly roasted. Enjoy anywhere, anytime, only hot water required. Medium roast, strength 3\/5.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSimmer Down Decaf drip brew bags give you the same Swiss Water processed decaf we roast for our whole bean bags, just in a single-serve format that needs nothing but hot water and a mug. Most decaf coffee bags on the market are an afterthought: cheap green beans, stripped of caffeine with whatever solvent is cheapest, and sold as good enough because decaf drinkers are \"already compromising.\" We don't think that's good enough, so we didn't build Simmer Down that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat's actually in your cup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEach drip brew bag is 99.9% caffeine-free, decaffeinated using the Swiss Water Process before roasting. No chemical solvents touch the beans at any stage. It's slower than the alternatives, which is exactly why most large roasters don't use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwiss Water Process vs. chemical solvent decaffeination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eUses chemical solvents?\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eEffect on flavour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSwiss Water Process (used for Simmer Down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNo, water, temperature and time only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePreserves the origin character of the bean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDirect\/indirect solvent methods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCan strip delicate flavour compounds along with the caffeine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEthyl Acetate (\"natural\" solvent) process\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eYes, EA is a solvent despite the \"natural\" label\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTends to flatten origin character into a generic sweetness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eLab-tested, not just labelled\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur whole Roastery Collection, Simmer Down Decaf included, is independently lab-tested for artificial pesticides, mould and mycotoxins. Coffee is one of the most heavily sprayed crops in the world, and decaf is usually the last thing anyone checks. We check it anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDecaf coffee also keeps hold of the antioxidants, magnesium, potassium and niacin that survive the roast, and because it's lower in acid than most regular coffee, it's gentler on your stomach if a strong cup usually doesn't agree with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eOrigin and roast\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSimmer Down is single origin, sourced from Cajamarca, a high-altitude growing region in northern Peru. Bourbon and Typica varietals, washed process, roasted medium to develop the caramel and vanilla notes the beans are known for without burning off what makes the origin worth drinking on its own. Expect vanilla fudge, caramelised biscuit and a touch of hazelnut in the cup. It won a Great Taste Award, and the judges picked up all of that without knowing they were tasting a decaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eHow to brew it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDrop one drip brew bag into your favourite mug. Pour over freshly boiled water, filling almost to the top, and give it a stir. Leave to brew for 3 to 5 minutes, longer if you like it stronger. Squeeze the bag against the side of the mug with a spoon to get the last of the flavour out, then lift it clear and discard. Good with milk or black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKeep unopened bags in their sealed cardboard box, somewhere cool and dry, out of direct light. Once opened, they're best used within 4 to 6 weeks for the freshest cup. Decaf loses its edge faster than regular coffee once the pack's open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat percentage of caffeine is removed from Simmer Down Decaf?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSimmer Down Decaf is 99.9% caffeine-free. It's decaffeinated using the Swiss Water Process before roasting, which removes caffeine using only water, temperature and time, with no chemical solvents involved at any stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIs Swiss Water Process decaffeination chemical-free?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. Swiss Water uses water saturated with the natural compounds found in green coffee to draw out caffeine, rather than a chemical solvent. It's slower and more expensive than solvent-based methods, which is why most large coffee brands don't use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCan I drink this in the evening without it affecting my sleep?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt 99.9% caffeine-free, Simmer Down is a sensible evening option for most people. If you're highly caffeine-sensitive, note that \"caffeine-free\" isn't the same as zero, so it's worth judging against your own tolerance first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow long do the drip brew bags stay fresh once opened?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe recommend using opened bags within 4 to 6 weeks for the best cup. Keep them resealed in a cool, dry place. Unopened, they'll keep for around 6 months from the roast date printed on the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIs decaf coffee actually good for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDecaf still contains antioxidants, magnesium, potassium and niacin, and it's lower in acid than regular coffee, which some people find easier on the stomach. Only the caffeine molecule is removed during decaffeination, so everything else about the coffee stays the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhere can I buy Simmer Down Decaf drip brew bags?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDirectly from West Berkshire Roastery, roasted to order and shipped the same week. This coffee isn't stocked in supermarkets. You can also try it as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peru-decaf-coffee-beans\"\u003ewhole bean or ground\u003c\/a\u003e, or on a rolling \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/products\/simmer-down-decaf-plan-500g\"\u003edecaf subscription\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medium Roast | Notes of Vanilla Fudge \u0026 Caramelised Biscuit","offers":[{"title":"10 Bags","offer_id":58391446126976,"sku":"CR500WB","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 Bags","offer_id":58391446159744,"sku":"CR500WB","price":20.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Bags (bulk box)","offer_id":58391446192512,"sku":"CR500WB","price":129.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0386\/1109\/1587\/files\/F869C20E-68D3-45E8-A80D-9E6414794A62_783b93b4-6c6a-4b06-8790-adada1f9b2cd.png?v=1784278118","url":"https:\/\/wbroast.co.uk\/products\/decaf-coffee-bags","provider":"West Berkshire Roastery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}