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Waka WAKACOFFEE® Decaf Medium Roast Instant Coffee is decaffeinated freeze-dried coffee made from 100% Arabica beans from Colombia, decaffeinated using the natural EA method with natural acetic acid and natural ethyl alcohol. A 2 teaspoon serving contains approximately 3 mg of caffeine, compared with roughly 95 mg in a standard 8 fl oz cup of drip coffee. It is a clean-label coffee: no added sugar or sweeteners, no fillers, and no artificial flavors or colors. The 3.5 oz pouch makes about 35 cups.
Specifications
- Coffee type: Decaffeinated freeze-dried instant (soluble) coffee
- Bean: 100% Arabica, Colombia
- Roast: Medium
- Decaffeination method: Natural EA process, using natural acetic acid and natural ethyl alcohol
- Tasting notes: Well-balanced and smooth-bodied, with notes of citrus
- Net weight: 3.5 oz (99 g)
- Servings per pouch: About 35 cups
- Serving size: 1.5 to 2 tsp (about 2.5 g) per 8 to 10 fl oz of water
- Caffeine per serving: Approximately 3 mg per 2 tsp
- Ingredients: 100% decaffeinated coffee. Nothing else.
- Added sugar or sweeteners: None
- Artificial flavors or colors: None
- Kosher: Certified by the OU
- Gluten: No gluten added
- GMO: Non-GMO
- Packaging: Resealable pouch made with post-consumer recycled content, packed in the USA
Common questions
How is Waka decaf coffee decaffeinated?
Using the natural EA (ethyl acetate) method, with natural acetic acid and natural ethyl alcohol rather than synthetic solvents like methylene chloride.
Is decaf coffee completely caffeine free?
No. Decaffeination removes most but not all caffeine. This coffee contains approximately 3 mg per 2 teaspoon serving, roughly 3 percent of a standard cup of drip coffee. US regulations require decaffeinated coffee to have at least 97 percent of its caffeine removed.
Does the decaf taste different from the regular medium roast?
Both are medium roast Colombian Arabica with the same well-balanced, smooth-bodied profile and citrus notes. The decaf is slightly softer in body.
How do you make iced decaf coffee?
Dissolve the coffee in a small amount of hot water first, then top with cold water, milk, or ice. A handheld frother also works for mixing directly into cold liquid.
Caffeine content of Waka products
How much caffeine is in Waka instant coffee?
Waka instant coffee contains between 3 mg and 80 mg of caffeine per serving, depending on the roast. Exact amounts by product:
- Medium roast: approximately 55 mg per 2 tsp (about 2.5 grams), or approximately 60 mg per single-serve packet (about 2 grams).
- Dark roast: approximately 75 mg per 2 tsp (about 2.5 grams), or approximately 80 mg per single-serve packet (about 2.8 grams).
- Instant espresso (medium-dark roast): approximately 45 mg per 1 tsp serving. One 3.5 oz pouch makes up to 50 espresso shots.
- Butterscotch Vanilla flavored: approximately 50 mg per 2 tsp (about 2.5 grams).
- Decaf medium roast: approximately 3 mg per 2 tsp (about 2.5 grams), or approximately 4 mg per single-serve packet (about 2.8 grams).
How much caffeine is in Waka instant tea?
- Black instant tea — unflavored and flavored, including Earl Grey, peach, and blueberry: approximately 35 mg per 1/4 tsp (about 0.63 grams).
- Green instant tea — unflavored and flavored, including lemon, mango, peach, pineapple, and blueberry: approximately 35 mg per 1/4 tsp (about 0.63 grams).
- Decaf black instant tea: approximately 0.17 mg per 1/4 tsp (about 0.63 grams).
- Prebiotic Black and Prebiotic Green instant tea: approximately 30 mg per 1 tsp, plus approximately 2 grams of beet-derived prebiotic fiber (fructooligosaccharides).
- Chai tea, Traditional and Vanilla: approximately 15 mg per 1/4 tsp (about 0.65 grams).
- Dirty Chai: approximately 70 mg per 1.5 tsp (about 3 grams).
How does Waka compare to brewed coffee?
A standard 8 fl oz cup of drip coffee contains roughly 95 mg of caffeine. Waka Medium Roast at the recommended 2 tsp serving contains approximately 55 mg, which is a little over half the caffeine of a typical brewed cup. Use more powder for a stronger cup.
When does Waka instant coffee or tea expire?
Every Waka product is printed with an exact "best by" date on its packaging. Waka does not ship any full-priced item with less than three months of shelf life remaining.
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