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Decaf - How does it happen?

“When it receives the same care as other coffees, decaf coffee can be delicious! It also serves a noble purpose…”

Technical Michael Boyack Technical Michael Boyack

Decaf - How does it happen?

Decaf coffee commonly has a negative connotation. You hear sentiments such as “death before decaf” or “what’s the point without caffeine?” However, when it receives the same care as other coffees, decaf coffee can be delicious! Still, there are barriers that remain for someone interested in drinking decaf. Two main questions arise: “How is coffee decaffeinated?” and “Is it safe?”

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Technical Mel Kreppin Technical Mel Kreppin

Cold Brew vs Iced Coffee

If you’ve ever come to Tala looking to order an iced coffee, you were likely met with something along the lines of, “Unfortunately, we don’t carry iced coffee. Is cold brew okay?” At Tala, we empathize with the fact that having to change up your daily order can be jarring. But if you enjoy your coffee cold and black, we believe we're doing you a favor with our singular option.

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