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There are a number of reasons for switching to decaffeinated coffee, particularly if you find it difficult to relax at night after drinking your favourite caffeinated drinks. While caffeine increases levels of certain neurotransmitters (including acetylcholine, which is associated with attention and concentration), there are some notable negative effects, such as when alertness turns into restlessness and insomnia. So, while many enjoy the energising effects of coffee, these effects can quickly become a burden, particularly for those suffering from poor sleep routines due to their daily caffeine intake. With decaffeinated coffees, coffee-lovers can enjoy their favourite brews without the negative effects...

When it comes to enjoying delicious, fresh and aromatic coffee, there are a few simple but important rules to follow if you want to experience the best cup. Firstly, it's always favourable to buy your beans from a dedicated coffee supplier, rather than at the supermarket. Secondly, you'll want to store your pre-ground coffee beans appropriately, in a suitable container and in the ideal environment. You'll also want to grind your beans just before brewing, whenever possible; the benefits of freshly ground beans cannot be stressed enough, and you'll soon be able to tell the difference between a recently ground...

When it comes to buying your coffee beans and blends, it's clear that ordering from a specialised coffee provider is always preferable over shopping from the supermarket.

While supermarkets have come to offer a growing selection of coffee beans and blends, they will never be able to compete with the range, diversity of products and the guarantee of freshness that dedicated coffee businesses, such as Coffee-Direct, are able to offer their customers. There are many reasons why coffee lovers favour the kind of service that Coffee-Direct provides, over that of supermarkets: we pride ourselves on a dedicated service that roasts beans to order, rather than mass-producing our products; we stock a vast choice of coffees and blends that includes speciality beans and rare coffees; we employ an innovative method of packaging that locks in flavours and guarantees freshness.