Izzo Decafeinato, E.S.E. Pod 1 pcs

Caffe Decaffeinato ESE Pods – Decaffeinated Coffee with Excellent Flavor

The Izzo Coffee roastery was founded in 1979 in the small town of Boscoreale at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, overlooking the ancient city of Pompeii. Its founder, Vincenzo Izzo, has spent over 30 years passionately and dedicatedly crafting authentic Neapolitan espresso.

In addition to coffee production, the company recently launched the Izzo Coffee Café chain, supported by various business initiatives and promotional events featuring exclusive Izzo coffee.

Decaffeinated coffee is coffee from which the caffeine has been removed, reducing its concentration by approximately 97%. It is recommended as an alternative to regular coffee, often combined with other caffeine-free coffee substitutes, for people with heart conditions or hypertension. Decaffeinated coffee accounts for about 10% of global coffee consumption and is available in both ground and instant forms. One cup (240 ml) of decaf contains approximately 2–12 mg of caffeine, compared to 100 mg or more in a regular cup of coffee. The decaffeination process was patented by Ludwig Roselius in 1905.

European Process: This is the most common method of decaffeination. Green (unroasted) coffee beans are soaked in water and then washed with methylene chloride, which absorbs the caffeine. The beans are rinsed in water and dried again. This process preserves the aroma and taste of the coffee, though it may leave slight chemical notes in the aftertaste.

Swiss Water Process: This method avoids chemical solvents but results in coffee that is less aromatic and has a milder flavor. The beans are steeped in hot water and steam, and the extract is filtered through activated carbon filters. After caffeine removal, the beans are reintroduced to the extract to reabsorb aroma and flavor, then dried and roasted. This process removes some essential oils and aromatic compounds, making the coffee less fragrant. Arabica beans are preferred for this method over Robusta.