As January ushers in chilly days and wintery evenings, and a renewed desire to slow things down with intentional regimes and resolutions, Nespresso unveils French Lavender & Vanilla Decaffeinato – a new limited-edition Vertuo pod that’s perfect for morning, noon, or night.
Following the success of last year’s much loved Sweet Vanilla Decaffeinato, the pod blends high quality decaffeinated Arabica beans with subtle vanilla and floral French lavender notes. The new release brings a gentle, aromatic depth that highlights the sweetness of the bean itself. It’s the perfect way to unwind on a winter’s day with a serene, floral coffee moment anytime you need it. Whether you’re enjoying it in the afternoon with your favourite book, or as a post-dinner ritual – French Lavender & Vanilla is a decaf that doesn’t snooze on flavour.
The launch arrives as decaffeinated coffee becomes an increasingly popular part of UK coffee routines. Nearly half (44.7%) of UK consumers now drink decaf at home, and decaf drinkers are more likely to enjoy multiple cups a day than those who choose caffeinated coffee*. This trend is being led by Gen Z, who are increasingly turning to flavoured and indulgent caffeine-free options to support calmer evenings and more mindful rituals**.
The smooth, 100% arabica base blend is made of beans sourced from Brazil and Colombia, with the Latin American beans roasted medium dark and quickly to develop sweetness. The other coffees are roasted a bit longer to develop a velvety texture, with flavour added in after roasting. This new blend uses Nespresso’s bespoke decaffeinated base with a special split-roast technique, enhancing natural sweetness and delivering a velvety texture, with the French lavender adding a subtle floral lift.
Anna Lundstrom, CEO Nespresso UK & ROI, says: “January is a time when many people reset their routines. With French Lavender & Vanilla Decaffeinato, we wanted to create a coffee that fits naturally into moments of wellbeing and mindfulness, whilst offering the comfort and premium taste that Nespresso is known for, just without the caffeine. Decaffeinated coffee is playing an increasingly important role in modern coffee culture, and this launch reflects our commitment to ensuring that choosing decaf never means compromising on flavour or quality.”
