First off, decaf stands for decaffeinated. Simple, right? But here’s the twist: it’s not caffeine-free. It’s just had about 97% of the caffeine removed. That leftover 3% is why some people swear they can still feel a tiny buzz. Think of it like a light drizzle of rain on a sunny day – technically wet, but you won’t get soaked.
Why bother with that tiny bit? Because flavor is the real star here. The goal of decaf isn’t to kill the party; it’s to let you enjoy the taste of coffee without the jittery afterparty.
