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Two decafs that taste like the real thing — verified by the reviews.
Decaf has a reputation problem. The reputation is earned.
Most decaf tastes like a memory of coffee — thin, flat, and faintly apologetic. That’s because the decaffeination process strips flavor along with caffeine, and most roasters don’t compensate by starting with exceptional beans.
Intelligentsia does. And their decaf reviews are some of the most passionate in the entire catalog.
★★★★★ · Best decaf, amazing
Two decafs. Both worth your time. Here’s which one is yours.
The Two Best Decafs
Decaf Black Cat Espresso
4.6 / 5 · 26 reviews · CromScore: 93
★★★★★ · Excellent!
- Runs slightly darker than Black Cat Classic — coarser grind recommended for proper extraction
- Multiple reviewers rank it above their regular caffeinated coffee
- Pulls an excellent cappuccino and is a natural fit for evening espresso
- Fantastic coffee and wonderful aroma — described as “beautifully balanced”
- International fans (Canada) use forwarding services just to get it
★★★★★ · Best Coffee, Decaf or not
Organic Decaf House Blend
4.6 / 5 · 22 reviews · CromScore: 92
★★★★★ · Love this decaf!
- The only lighter-roast decaf option — rare and genuinely hard to find elsewhere
- Certified organic — clean label for health-conscious decaf drinkers
- Excellent pour-over results; clean cup, no muddy aftertaste
- Monthly subscribers who drink it every single day
- Smooth, blends well with hot milk for lattes and cappuccinos
★★★★★ · So tasty
Which One?
| If you… | Go with… |
|---|---|
| Pull espresso shots, use an espresso machine, or make cappuccinos | Decaf Black Cat |
| Brew pour-over, drip, or French press — and want a lighter, cleaner cup | Organic Decaf House Blend |
| Want organic certification | Organic Decaf House Blend |
| Are a Black Cat regular cutting caffeine | Decaf Black Cat |
Either way: the days of apologetic decaf are over. Both of these taste like coffee — real coffee — because that’s what they are.
No compromises required.
Both decafs are at Intelligentsia. We have the deals.
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