Founded by Alexandra Dalton in Hackney during the pandemic, her coffee pedigree goes as for back as 1870.
The late 1800s were a challenging time in Guatemala. The production of cochineal, a natural insect dye, was in decline due to industrialisation in Europe. Amid this economic shift, Alexandra's great-great-great-grandfather secured a loan in 1870 to purchase land in Antigua. Determined to build a future in coffee, he later travelled to London to sell his first crop. As a pioneer in Guatemalan coffee production, he became known as the 'grandfather of coffee' in Guatemala.
El Decaf is a carefully crafted blend of beans from some of Guatemala’s most celebrated farms: El Durazno, San Jerónimo Miramar, Rabanales, San Jorge, and Gascon. Sourced from the iconic coffee regions of Atitlán, Antigua, and Nuevo Oriente, each farm brings its own unique character to the cup. Using the sugarcane decaffeination process, this coffee keeps all the rich complexity of its origins while gently removing the caffeine. The result? A beautifully balanced brew with caramel sweetness, smooth chocolatey notes, and a touch of bright fruit—proof that you can have all the flavour without the buzz. Crafted by farmers Rascal has partnered with for over a decade—who pour their passion into every bean—this decaf is a true celebration of Guatemala’s exceptional coffee landscape. Because sometimes, you just want a damn good coffee… minus the caffeine.
