DECAFFEINATED LOOSE LEAF TEA

Decaf Tea

Keep the cup. Lose most of the caffeine.

Proper loose leaf with the familiar character intact—from malty breakfast tea and bright Earl Grey to warming masala chai and fresh Japanese sencha.

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  • Proper loose leaf with most caffeine removed
  • Hand-packed in Yorkshire
A steaming cup and teapot at blue hour with black tea, bergamot peel, chai spices and Japanese sencha leaves

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Not sure where to begin?

Choose the tea style you already love: Breakfast for milk and malt, Earl Grey for bergamot, Masala Chai for spice or Kyushu Sencha for a fresh green cup.

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Real tea, less caffeine

Decaf loose leaf tea for any time of day

Decaffeinated tea is real tea from the Camellia sinensis plant with most of the caffeine gently removed. Unlike caffeine-free herbal infusions, these leaves still carry the tannins, body and depth you expect from a proper cuppa. A trace of caffeine remains after processing, but for most people it means you can enjoy a mug in the evening without watching the ceiling at midnight.

Our decaf range covers the classics. Decaf English Breakfast brings malty, robust character to your morning or afternoon brew. Decaf Earl Grey keeps its citrus bergamot brightness intact. Decaf Masala Chai offers warming spice for cooler evenings, while Decaf Kyushu Sencha Green delivers the grassy, vegetal notes of Japanese green tea. Decaf Mint Choc Chip adds a playful twist with chocolate and peppermint.

This collection suits anyone cutting back on caffeine, whether you are sensitive to it, pregnant, or simply want a proper tea after dinner. We hand-pack every order in Yorkshire.

How to choose

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Match your usual cup

Choose the decaf version of the tea you already love. If you drink English Breakfast with milk in the morning, start there. Earl Grey fans should stick with bergamot. Familiar flavour makes the switch easier.

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Black or green

Four of our decafs are black teas, one is green. Decaf Kyushu Sencha suits anyone who prefers lighter, grassy notes without milk. The black teas all take milk well if that is your style.

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Plain or flavoured

Decaf English Breakfast and Decaf Kyushu Sencha are unflavoured single styles. Earl Grey, Masala Chai and Mint Choc Chip add bergamot, spice or chocolate for something more characterful.

Where to start

Start with these teas

Decaf English Breakfast black tea, loose leaf: decaf, rounded and floralDecaf English BreakfastBest starting point if you want a straightforward malty brew that takes milk.From £4.95 Decaf Earl Grey black tea, loose leaf: decaf, bergamot and smoothDecaf Earl GreyFor bergamot lovers who miss their afternoon Earl Grey in the evening.From £5.95 Porter hill natural decaf chai masala loose leaf teaDecaf Masala ChaiWarming spiced option for chai fans who want a cosy cup with less caffeine.From £4.45
Does decaf tea have any caffeine left?

Yes, a small amount remains. Decaffeination removes most caffeine but not every trace. For zero caffeine, choose a herbal tisane instead.

How is loose leaf tea decaffeinated?

Our Decaf Kyushu Sencha uses the CO2 method. Supercritical carbon dioxide passes through the leaves, drawing out caffeine while leaving flavour compounds largely intact. It avoids chemical solvents and is considered one of the gentler processes available.

What is the best decaf tea UK shoppers can buy?

That depends on your taste. Decaf English Breakfast suits fans of a strong, malty cup with milk. Decaf Earl Grey is the choice for citrus brightness. For green tea drinkers, Decaf Kyushu Sencha offers grassy depth without the buzz.

Can I cold brew decaf tea?

Absolutely. Cold brewing works well with any of these leaves. Add loose leaf to cold water, refrigerate for six to eight hours, then strain. The result is smooth and low in bitterness, ideal for warm weather.

Is decaf tea suitable during pregnancy?

Many people choose decaf to reduce caffeine intake during pregnancy. A trace remains, so speak to your midwife or GP if you have concerns. These teas are not caffeine-free, just lower in caffeine than regular tea.

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FIND YOUR DECAF

The tea you love. A calmer finish.

Keep the familiar character of breakfast tea, Earl Grey, masala chai or Japanese sencha—with most of the caffeine removed.

DECAF WITHOUT THE APOLOGY

Flavour first. Caffeine second.

These are proper loose-leaf teas chosen for character, then decaffeinated. The aim is not merely less caffeine—it is a cup worth looking forward to.

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Recognisable tea character

Malt, bergamot, spice or fresh green clarity still leads every cup.

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Four genuinely different choices

Choose by the flavour you want rather than settling for a single generic decaf.

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Easy to fit around your day

Keep your morning, afternoon or evening tea ritual with most caffeine removed.

FOUR FAMILIAR CUPS

Choose the tea—not the compromise.

Decaf can still be bold, fragrant, spiced or fresh. Begin with the style you already enjoy.

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BREAKFAST · MALTY

Rounded, brisk and built for milk.

Decaf English Breakfast keeps medium body, floral lift and a long satisfying finish.

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EARL GREY · CITRUS

Bright bergamot over smooth black tea.

The unmistakable fragrance of Earl Grey, elegant enough for afternoons and evenings.

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CHAI · WARMING SPICE

Ginger, cinnamon and cardamom depth.

A full black-tea base lets lively spice shine without tasting thin or overly sweet.

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SENCHA · JAPAN

Fresh, vegetal and lightly sweet.

CO₂-decaffeinated Kyushu Sencha keeps a crisp, clean green-tea profile and smooth finish.

ONE SHELF · TWO TEMPERATURES

Brew for the leaf in front of you.

Decaffeination changes the caffeine, not the basic brewing logic. Black teas still welcome boiling water; delicate sencha still rewards a cooler cup.

100°C

BLACK TEA · 2–3 MINUTES

Black teas like it hot.

Use one teaspoon per cup with freshly boiled water for Breakfast, Earl Grey and Masala Chai. Follow each product’s precise time.

80°C

SENCHA · 3 MINUTES

Green tea prefers it cooler.

Use one teaspoon per cup at 80°C for Decaf Kyushu Sencha to protect its fresh sweetness and clean finish.

MORNING RITUAL

Keep the breakfast cup.

Decaf English Breakfast gives you malt, structure and a cup that takes milk, with most caffeine removed.

LATER IN THE DAY

Choose fragrance or warming spice.

Reach for Earl Grey when you want bright bergamot, or Masala Chai for ginger, cardamom and cinnamon warmth.

NEED CAFFEINE-FREE?

Choose naturally caffeine-free instead.

Decaf tea can retain a small amount of caffeine. Rooibos and many fruit or herbal infusions are naturally caffeine-free.

Proper loose leafFull character with most caffeine removed.
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DECAF, EXPLAINED

Clear answers. Better cups.

Is decaffeinated tea completely caffeine-free?

No. Decaffeinated tea has most of its caffeine removed but can still contain a small amount. Porter Hill does not have a measured caffeine figure for these products. If you need a naturally caffeine-free cup, explore rooibos or the caffeine information on our fruit and herbal infusions.

How is tea decaffeinated?

Decaffeination removes most caffeine from tea leaves while aiming to preserve their flavour and aroma. Methods vary by tea. Our Decaf Kyushu Sencha specifically uses a gentler natural CO₂ process; each product page gives the confirmed details for that tea.

Does decaf tea taste different?

Decaffeination can subtly change a leaf, but good sourcing and careful blending keep the character recognisable. Expect malt and floral lift from Breakfast, bergamot from Earl Grey, full spice from Masala Chai and fresh green clarity from Kyushu Sencha.

Can I drink decaf tea in the evening?

Many people choose decaf later in the day because most caffeine has been removed. A small amount can remain and individual sensitivity varies, so choose a naturally caffeine-free rooibos or herbal infusion when avoiding caffeine completely matters to you.

Which decaf teas take milk?

Decaf English Breakfast and Decaf Masala Chai both work beautifully with a splash of milk. Earl Grey is usually served plain but can take milk if that is how you enjoy it. Kyushu Sencha is best without milk so its clean green flavour stays clear.

How should I brew decaf loose leaf tea?

Use one teaspoon per cup. Breakfast, Earl Grey and Masala Chai use freshly boiled 100°C water for the timing on their product pages. Kyushu Sencha uses cooler 80°C water for three minutes to keep it smooth and fresh.

Why choose loose-leaf decaf?

Loose leaf gives the tea room to open and makes aroma, body and ingredient quality easier to appreciate. It also lets you adjust the amount and brewing time until the cup tastes exactly right to you.

Are Porter Hill decaffeinated teas vegan?

Yes. All Porter Hill teas are vegan. Every product page lists its ingredients clearly, including flowers, spices and natural flavourings used in a blend.

YOUR NEXT DECAF CUP

Nothing missing but most of the caffeine.

Keep the familiar character of breakfast tea, Earl Grey, chai or green tea — and choose the cup that still tastes like proper tea.

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    Recognisable favourites

    Breakfast, bergamot, warming spice and fresh green-tea character.

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    Made for later cups

    A satisfying route to another pot without the usual caffeine load.

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    Packed in Yorkshire

    Small-batch packing by our Huddersfield team.

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