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I've gone through 2 or 3 bags of these decaf beans. The last bag was roasted in April of this year so they were about 3 1/4 months old when I received them on August 2nd of this year(2026). They were vacuum packed and the bag was sealed tightly and has a valve to let co2 out. The beans brewed well on my Breville Oracle Jet. I grind them on a Rancillio Rocky that I guess I've had 20 years.I keep regularly leaded beans in the Oracle hopper. The shots I pull have lots of crema and are easy to dial in. I do a double shot in a 16oz thermos with 2% milk and 3 sweet n lows. This producers a very tasty "latte" that really tastes like it has caramel syrup in it. And as long as my "dial-in and prep " is consistent, it always tastes this way. I love it. Friends who have tried it agree about the way it tastes. It's just about my favorite bean, leaded or unleaded. I really recommend these beans to anyone who likes decaf. Go ahead and try a bag, you might agree! Addendum: 8/27/26. Ive ordered two more bags since this review. Neither of these bags were vacuumed sealed. In other words, the bags weren't "sucked"in tight to the beans as the bag in this review was. These bags were about the same age so no problem and the flavor and freshness were the same as much as I could tell. Still my #1 or #2 bean decaf or not.

Machine - Delonghi La Specialista Arte Evo Grind Size - 4 WDT + 30lb Calibrated Tamper 14g IN 20g OUT First of all - I'm very very new to espresso. I was recommended that the Lavazza Super Crema was a great starting point for the time. Being new to making espresso from the bean, I was actually very impressed with the Super Crema so much that I wanted to drink coffee the whole day. In comes the Lavazza DEK. Using the built in grinder from the La Specialista - I have no real control outside what the machine is capable of, so I guess I'm happy with it. It is a little clumpy from the grind, but I use a WDT tool to break it apart! I read that the DEK has anywhere between 2-8mg of caffeine, so it is pretty light. I try to limit my caffeine intake to around 600mg per day, so this bean is great to have through the day and at night after dinner. Opening the bag smelled absolutely delicious. The first thing it reminded me of was cereal. I actually had no idea that was part of the note, but yes - cereal was VERY apparent. It smelled wonderful. I paired this with Oatly Oatmilk Barista edition, and my goodness it actually tasted so frickin good. Literally cereal. I am also surprised that this is dark roast - I had no idea. Again, being new to coffee, I'm actually unsure if all decaf beans are dark roast, but it was exceptionally light on my palate (maybe the milk?) and I was very pleased by it.

Quick Summary Verdict: Excellent decaf espresso beans that don’t feel like a compromise. Rich flavor, great crema, and a perfect option for cutting back on caffeine without giving up a good espresso. What I Liked: * I purchased these because I’m trying to reduce my caffeine intake but still wanted an espresso that tastes like the real thing * The flavor is rich, smooth, and well-balanced without the flat or watered-down taste that some decaf coffees can have * Produces excellent results in my espresso machine with a nice crema and full-bodied flavor * Makes it easy to enjoy an afternoon or evening espresso without worrying about the caffeine keeping me awake * Consistently good quality beans and easy to dial in for espresso What Could Be Better: * Coffee preferences are personal, so those who prefer very dark, bold roasts may want something with a stronger roast profile * Like most premium coffee beans, the price can be higher than standard grocery store options Who It’s Best For: Anyone looking to reduce their caffeine intake without sacrificing flavor. Especially great for espresso drinkers who want a quality decaf option for afternoon or evening drinks, or for those trying to cut back on caffeine while keeping their coffee ritual intact. Photo evidence of all 3 layers of the espresso! Heart body and crema!

One of the few decaf coffees for cappuccino on the market. Typical Lavazza quality, the beans grind well and are fresh. Priced well. Wish they were darker roast, but good value for the price.

As decaf goes this is the BEST decaf I have ever had. I like coffee and I drink coffee all day long, but with no gallbladder for the past 26 years, sometimes caffeinated coffee means multiple (and sometimes unpleasant trips to the potty). So, after a few cups of regular coffee I must switch to decaf for the rest of the day. THIS Lavazza DEK is fabulous. The roast is a perfect medium. Lighter roasts mean more flavor and beneficial antioxidants. The Italians know coffee, and like every Lavazza coffee I have ever had, this is 10/10.

I cut out caffeine during pregnancy and bought these so I could still enjoy my morning latte. I use these beans in my espresso machine, and I cannot tell the difference between this and standard caffeinated espresso beans! A tip for getting a good shot of espresso is to grind these finer than you typically would for a caffeinated bean. I have a Baratza Encore and set it to a grind size of 6. I found you get a smoother, richer shot with a very fine grind. If it is too thick it can taste a little more watery or bitter. Using the finer grind, the espresso these beans produces has a really good crema and is rich and smooth. Even after pregnancy I’ll probably continue drinking this since it tastes great and doesn’t give me any caffeine jitters.

I LOVE this coffee. My recent purchase is outdated (packaged 14 months ago) with thin watery crema. This is not normal and leaves a bitter aftertaste. I am no novice barista and this batch’s flavor is off with thin watery crema. I buy it all the time.

DeLongi Magnifica: I estimate that you can get almost 50% more coffee per cup with these beans. I just kept pushing water through and it never ran clear. The beans seemed small to me and not uniform in color, but the flavor is just so nice and not bitter at all. I'm trying all decaf beans to find the best one for me, and so far this is the winner.

Gran sabor sin sacrificar el sueño!

Macinato a 3 come riferimento.Grammi 9 per il singolo caffè …..usare il filtro per un espresso risulta un pochino più difficile.Comunque un caffè superbo per essere un DEKA.Perfetto!!

Very good product

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