What materials are used in the SWISS WATER Process?

The SWISS WATER Process is a decaffeination method that primarily uses warm water along with carbon filters to remove caffeine from coffee beans. The warm water helps to dissolve the caffeine more efficiently than cold water would, allowing it to be extracted from the beans along with other soluble compounds that contribute to flavor. The carbon filter then captures the caffeine from the water, ensuring that it does not re-enter the beans during the process. This method is celebrated for being chemical-free, which aligns with consumer preferences for natural and sustainable practices in coffee production.

In contrast, cold water would not efficiently extract caffeine or other flavors, and carbon dioxide, while sometimes used in other decaffeination processes, is not a component of the SWISS WATER Process. Similarly, methylene chloride is a chemical agent used in some other decaffeination methods but goes against the ethos of the SWISS WATER Process, which emphasizes non-chemical methods.