Starbucks® Decaf Dark Roast Whole Bean Coffee delivers the full-bodied, bold flavors typical of a dark roast but without the caffeine, making it an excellent choice for coffee enthusiasts who either cannot consume caffeine or choose to limit their intake, particularly towards the end of the day.
The Wacaco Nanopresso is a portable, manual espresso maker, ideal for on-the-go coffee lovers.
This guide shows how to use Starbucks® Decaf Dark Roast with the Nanopresso Barista Kit for easy, delicious espresso without complex equipment.
What is Starbucks Decaf Espresso Roast Dark Roast Whole Bean Coffee?
Starbucks Decaf Espresso Roast Dark Roast Whole Bean Coffee is a decaffeinated coffee option that offers the rich and caramelly sweet flavor of Starbucks’ espresso roast without caffeine. It is made from 100% Arabica coffee beans, providing a satisfying and delicious flavor profile.
Starbucks decaf espresso suits those who enjoy their coffee as an espresso shot or brewed coffee. It pairs exceptionally well with steamed milk, making it ideal for creating a smooth latte or cappuccino.
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Is Starbucks decaf really caffeine free?
Like all decaffeinated coffee, Starbucks decaf coffee is not completely caffeine-free, but it contains significantly less caffeine than its caffeinated counterparts. Decaffeination reduces the caffeine content to very low levels, but it does not eliminate caffeine. In comparison, the same serving size of regular coffee typically contains 70 to 140 milligrams of caffeine, depending on the blend and preparation method.
What is dark roast espresso?
Dark roast espresso is characterized by coffee beans that have been roasted at higher temperatures for longer, resulting in a dark brown color and often an oily surface. This roasting process imparts a bold, robust flavor profile with reduced acidity and enhanced bitterness, caramelized sweetness, and potentially chocolatey or smoky notes.
The intense flavor and rich oil content make dark roast beans particularly suited for espresso, producing a concentrated coffee with a creamy mouthfeel and a pronounced crema.
Despite a common misconception, dark roast coffee may contain slightly less caffeine than lighter roasts due to the degradation of caffeine during the roasting process. The preference for dark roast in espresso brewing is largely due to its ability to deliver a strong, richly flavored shot that pairs well with milk in espresso-based beverages.
Dark Roast vs. Medium Roast
| Dark Roast | Medium Roast | |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Dark brown, often with an oily surface | Medium brown, generally matte, without oiliness |
| Flavor Profile | Bold, robust, with pronounced bitterness and notes of caramel, chocolate, or smoke | Balanced flavor, with some acidity and a more pronounced original bean flavor |
| Aroma | Strong, smoky, and sometimes burnt | Rich and aromatic, highlighting the bean’s natural characteristics |
| Acidity | Lower, due to longer roasting time | Higher, retaining more of the bean’s natural acidity |
| Caffeine Content | Slightly lower, as the roasting process degrades some caffeine | Slightly higher, due to less degradation of caffeine |
| Body | Full-bodied, with a heavier mouthfeel | Medium-bodied, with a more balanced mouthfeel |
| Best Used For | Espresso, and milk-based drinks like lattes and cappuccinos | A wide range of brewing methods, including drip coffee, pour-over, and French press |
| Aftertaste | Often has a lingering, smoky or burnt aftertaste | Cleaner aftertaste, with more nuanced flavors detectable |
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What is Wacaco Nanopresso Portable Espresso Maker?
Wacaco Nanopresso Portable Espresso Maker is a manual machine that allows you to brew espresso without electricity or batteries. It’s lightweight and portable, making it ideal for travel, camping, or hiking. It uses up to 18 bars of pressure to brew espresso from either ground coffee or Nespresso capsules and includes a built-in cup for immediate consumption.
- Manual Operation: It uses a hand-pumped mechanism to build pressure, requiring no electricity or batteries, offering the freedom to make espresso anywhere.
- Compact and Lightweight: Designed for mobility, it fits easily in a bag or backpack, making it perfect for those who want to enjoy espresso while traveling or engaging in outdoor activities.
- High-Pressure System: Despite its small size, the Nanopresso can generate up to 18 bars of pressure, which is on par with professional espresso machines. This ensures that espresso is brewed optimally, extracting rich flavors and creating a smooth crema.
- Versatility: It is compatible with ground coffee and Nespresso capsules, offering flexibility in coffee choice and simplifying the brewing process for those who prefer the convenience of capsules.
- Built-in Cup: For immediate enjoyment, the Nanopresso includes a detachable cup that attaches to the bottom of the unit, ensuring you always have a container from which to drink your freshly brewed espresso.
What is Nanopresso Barista Kit?
Nanopresso Barista Kit is an accessory for the Wacaco Nanopresso Portable Espresso Maker that expands its brewing capabilities, allowing for larger or double espresso shots. It includes a larger water tank, a coffee basket, a second filter head, a tamper, and additional accessories for greater flexibility and stronger brews.
- Larger Water Tank: Increases water capacity for brewing larger espresso shots or double espressos.
- Larger Coffee Basket: Accommodates more coffee grounds for stronger brews or double espresso shots.
- Second Filter Head: Allows brewing with two different coffee baskets, enabling the preparation of double shots.
- Additional Accessories: Includes tools and components for enhanced brewing flexibility.
- Tamper: Provided for better tamping of coffee grounds, ensuring a more consistent espresso extraction.
- Capacity for Double Shots: Enables making up to 16g of coffee in one go, suitable for double espresso shots.
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How to Make Decaf Espresso with Wacaco Nanopresso Barista Kit
In this recipe, I used Starbucks Dark Roast Decaf Espresso beans.
To make a quick decaf espresso with the Wacaco Nanopresso Barista Kit, grind 9 grams of decaf coffee beans to a fine grind. Fill the larger coffee basket from the Barista Kit with the ground coffee and attach it to the Nanopresso and the expanded water tank. Add 5 ounces (150ml) of hot water to the tank. Manually pump the device until you’ve extracted your desired volume of espresso, enjoying a rich and flavorful decaf espresso wherever you are.
Decaf Espresso Recipe Ingredients
- 9g Decaf dark roast coffee beans
- Coffee grinder
- 5 oz hot water (150mL)
- Wacaco Nanopresso and Barista Kit
- Scale (optional)
- Thermometer (optional)
- Milk, sweetener or coffee creamer (optional)
Step 1) Grind Your Decaf Espresso Beans
Grind 9 grams of decaf dark roast beans. Fill the Barista Kit’s larger coffee basket with the ground coffee.
Step 2) Tamp and Assemble
Proceed with tamping after measuring your coffee grounds using the provided scoop. Next, assemble your Nanopresso with the Barista Kit components, including the larger water tank and the coffee basket filled with the tamped grounds. Pour 5 ounces of hot water into the Barista Kit’s expanded water tank, then finalize the assembly of your device.
Step 3) Brew Your Decaf Espresso with Nanopresso Barista Kit
Begin the espresso extraction with your Nanopresso by manually unlocking the piston and pumping—the initial pumps pre-infuse the grounds, enhancing flavor by allowing them to bloom. Continue pumping to build the necessary extraction pressure. As resistance increases, it indicates the espresso is being extracted, marking the brewing process in progress.
Enjoy Your Caffeine-free Espresso
Enjoy your decaf dark roast espresso.
Note: Using the Nanopresso with the Barista Kit, you can make a big, strong double espresso shot. If you want, you can also make two smaller shots. This way, you can have your espresso just how you like it, either as one big drink or two smaller ones.
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Decaf Espresso with Wacaco Nanopresso
Equipment
- 1 Wacaco Nanopresso
- 1 Nanopresso Barista Kit
- 1 Coffee Grinder
- 1 Scale
Ingredients
- 9 g Decaf Coffee Beans Caffeine-free dark roast
- 5 oz Hot Water (150mL)
Instructions
- Start by grinding 9 grams of your favorite decaf coffee beans to a fine espresso grind.
- Use the larger coffee basket from the Barista Kit to hold the ground coffee. Fill it evenly.
- Attach the filled coffee basket to the Nanopresso. Then, incorporate the expanded water tank that comes with the Barista Kit.
- Pour about 5 ounces (150ml) of hot water into the expanded water tank.
- Use the Nanopresso's pump manually to extract your espresso. Continue pumping until you've achieved the desired volume of rich and flavorful decaf espresso.
- Enjoy
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