What is the very BEST-TASTING decaf?

[Sarah Cat]

I make the Kicking Horse decaf, and it's pretty good, but it still has that decaf taste — what is the very best-tasting decaf out there? I prefer swiss water processed and fair trade, but my most important criteria is TASTE. Is there such a thing as a decaf that tastes like a rich, full, caffeinated coffee? I'm happy to spend extra if it will make the difference. Help!

[OTFOODIE]

The flavour profile I like is dark-roasted and drier, with less acidity, so I generally buy a decaf Indonesian dark roast. I generally find that these decafs are closer in flavour to their non-decaf equivalents than a more acidic Central or South American pair of coffees.

I used to buy my decaf at Moonbean in the Kensington Market. I think it was about $12/lb and very good. I think it was a Mandheling. However, Moonbean is not nearly as convenient for me as it used to be, so lately I've been getting Organic Swiss Water Process beans custom-roasted at Highland Farms, for the same price. It's been over 6 months now that I've been drinking this and loving it.

[mobirose]

Do you know if these are available at all Highland Farms locations?

[OTFOODIE]

It never occurred to me that they weren't, however, I can only vouch for the store on Dufferin, south of Steeles. You could call; all the store numbers are on their website.

[Sarah Cat]

this is fantastic! all of it! thanks so much.

[jayt90]

There is a wide variety of Swiss decaf beans at Greenbeanery, although only a few will be fresh roasted on any given day.
Prices are good, just be prepared to make your decision from their generic descriotions.

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Green Beanery
565 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S, CA

[pastina]

I'm partial to "Damn Fine Decaf" from I Deal. But I'm not much of a decaf drinker.

[phantomdoc]

Recently surprised by how good a cup of Folgers decaf tasted.