Lavazza DEK Cremoso A Modo Mio — 16 capsules

Less than 0,1% residual caffeine, the threshold for the ‘decaffeinated’ designation for roasted coffee. In practice: at most a few milligrams per cup (a capsule contains 7,5 g of coffee), compared with several tens of milligrams for a regular espresso. This residual amount is considered negligible for most people; if you are pregnant or particularly sensitive, a doctor's advice remains the best guide.

Lavazza states that it decaffeinates this coffee using its own method, which leaves the characteristics of each origin intact; the brand does not detail the process on its product page. The principle common to all methods: caffeine is removed from the green bean before roasting, so the aromas produced during roasting then develop normally.

Lavazza describes it as the taste of espresso in a decaffeinated version: a complete, richly flavoured, full-bodied and balanced coffee (7/13), with fruity and hazelnut notes. Some tasters find decaf slightly milder than caffeinated coffee, as caffeine contributes some of the bitterness.

Absolutely. A common recommendation for balancing your caffeine intake throughout the day:

• Morning (7am–11am) — Passionale or Intenso for a caffeine boost.
• Lunchtime (12pm–2pm) — Delizioso or Soave after your meal (less stimulation).
• Afternoon and evening (4pm onwards) — DEK Cremoso for enjoyment without affecting sleep.

DEK Cremoso works in the same AMM machine as the caffeinated blends — no need to switch machines.

Yes, Lavazza offers decaf for several capsule systems:

• Lavazza EP DEK Décaféiné — box of 100 capsules compatible with Espresso Point (professional Ho.Re.Ca use).
• Lavazza Blue Decaffeinato — box of 100 capsules compatible with Blue machines.

Each decaf is designed for its own capsule system: choose the one for your machine.

Best before 18–24 months from roasting. Store at room temperature away from light. Capsules made from 100% recyclable aluminium, recyclable through Lavazza collection points, Terracycle, or metal packaging recycling after separating out the coffee grounds.