There was a time when I didn’t get why people drank decaf tea. I had made the switch from coffee to tea and was happy that I didn’t have caffeine jitters like I used to with coffee. Then I started August. And I got older and wiser about caffeine.
As a tea blender, you might imagine how much tea I drink on a daily basis. Now I know that there is such a thing as too much tea, even for me. So I needed to cut down, but I don’t always want an herbal tea. I still drink caffeinated tea but I’ve learned that there is a place for drinking a strong cup of tea without all the caffeine.
I wanted to keep the flavor and ditch the buzz.
Initially I wasn't very excited about decaf tea, because I expected it to be weak and watery. Then I discovered CO2 decaffeination - which keeps the flavor of the tea intact. And unlike the solvent method, it doesn't use any toxic chemicals. The CO2 process is slow and expensive, but the results are worth it.
I created decaf versions of three of our best-selling black teas.
Whether you’ve always been caffeine sensitive, or you want to skip that extra morning jolt or simply chill out in the evening with a cup of full-flavored tea, decaf teas are the perfect thing. So many people asked for decaf teas with powerful flavor that we created decaf versions of three popular teas:
And we just found a limited final batch of Essentials Decaf Black for folks who prefer an unflavored black tea.
What's the difference between Decaf and Herbal tea?.
Decaf teas start out as regular tea, which is then decaffeinated. As a result, decaf teas have some residual caffeine, 2-7% caffeine per cup. Herbal teas contain no tea leaves at all. They are made of herbs, fruits, and other plants, which means they are 100% caffeine free.
These teas are perfect for any time of day. I hope you enjoy them.
Warm regards,
– Gina
August Head Blender and Cofounder
