Coffee
How do you make Px coffee?
First, our specialty grade, Colombian coffee is decaffeinated via the Sugarcane process. This process is safe & preserves the flavor of the coffee while removing over 97% of the caffeine contained in the bean. The coffee is then shipped to the US, wh
What is the serving size & how much should I use?
For our pre-portioned products (K-Cup Pods, Canned Cold Brew, and Instant Coffee) there is 60mg per individual serving (pod, can, sachet). For our ground coffee bags, there is 60mg per 6g (about 1 TBSP) serving. So the dosage depends on how strong yo
How does Px Coffee Taste?
Because we use the Sugarcane decaffeination process, the coffee tastes like high-quality decaf coffee. The exact taste depends on the roast you select (we have Medium and Dark roasts as well as an espresso grind). The difference between the Dark and
Can Px Coffee be "cold brewed"?
Absolutely, Px Coffee brews identically to regular coffee types and can be used in cold brew as well as drip, pour-over, french press, and espresso. For cold brew we recommend a 1:4 coffee-to-water ratio, steeping in a cold-brew mesh bag at room temp
What is the grind size of Px Coffee?
We grind our coffee to a medium grind size to offer maximum flexibility in brewing as it's great for pour-over, auto-drip, and even French press. That being said, we're always happy to accommodate grind size preferences. We can do anything from coars
Do you use solvents in the process of decaffeinating your coffee beans?
Our coffee decaffeination and manufacturing process aims to maintain the smoothness and integrity of the coffee flavor while removing the caffeine. There are many ways that others decaffeinate their coffee, such as:.
Do you have a whole-bean product?
Yes! For over 2 years we've been working to develop a whole bean decaf coffee that's infused with paraxanthine, and it's finally here. You can purchase it on our website here: https://rarebird.coffee/products/whole-bean-px-coffee. Each 6g serving con
Do you test for mold & toxins?
Yes! We do test for the absence of Mycotoxins (both aflatoxin and ochratoxin).
Is Px Coffee organic?
Currently, our beans are sourced from fair-trade Columbian growers. While not specifically certified as organic, we ensure to source only the finest quality beans available. We test each batch of beans for toxins upon arrival before roasting ensuring
Do you offer Px Coffee in Nespresso pods?
We currently do not offer the coffee in Nespresso pods, but we appreciate the feedback and are looking into increasing our offerings to include that hopefully in the future.
What are your Pods made out of and are they recyclable?
Our K-Cup pods are made from recyclable polypropylene plastic (also known as #5 plastic), which is widely accepted in curbside recycling systems across North America. However recyclability depends on your local waste management program. Check with yo
Pour-over devices for single servings
For the latter, like a fine mesh metal device.
What are the ingredients in Px Coffee?
Px Coffee is pure and simple, just two ingredients:. Freshly roasted, premium, decaffeinated arabica coffee and Px (a singular, pure ingredient called paraxanthine). No other ingredients, no mushrooms, cacao, chicory, barley, roasted grains, etc. No
How much coffee is in your K-Cups?
Typical K-Cup pods tend to be around 9-12 grams. Our Px Pods contain about 11g, meaning one box of 24 pods is the equivalent of one 12-oz. bag of Px Ground coffee.
Is your coffee caffeine-free?
All PX Coffee products are decaffeinated, however we replace that caffeine with paraxanthine, caffeine's primary metabolite, which provides a cleaner energy and focus boost without the same downsides as caffeine. While PX Coffee is not entirely caffe
Can you use Px Coffee with an Aeropress or French Press?
Absolutely!. For French Press, we recommend a 1:15 coffee-to-water ratio and steeping for around 4 minutes stirring or agitating halfway through. For Aeropress, here's a review from one of our customers who found Aeropress as the best way to enjoy hi
How do I brew Px Cofee?
Brew Px Coffee exactly as you would your favorite coffee. We recommend brewing 1-2 tablespoons per 6-8 oz. of water, depending on how strong you like your coffee.
Can you use Px Coffee with an Espresso Maker?
Absolutely! You can grind our whole bean exactly to your specification or choose our fine grind size dedicated to Espresso machines. See here: https://rarebird.coffee/products/px-coffee-espresso-grind. Traditional Px Coffee is ground at a medium grin
Does the Px Cold Brew need to be refrigerated?
Px Cold Brew is shelf-stable so it does not need to be refrigerated to stay fresh, however we recommend chilling/cooling before serving so that it is refreshing to drink.
What type of roast is the Espresso Grind
Px Espresso Grind is a finely ground Medium Roast ground finely for perfect espresso pulls.
How is the Paraxanthine (Px) added to your coffee?
While the process is patented and proprietary, the current process for our ground coffee products involves incorporation during the roasting and grinding phase of production.
Can I drink Px Coffee with my regular coffee?
Yes, while you can technically combine Px Coffee with regular coffee, it is not recommended. Doing so negates the key benefits of Px Coffee’s caffeine-free design and reintroduces the very molecule responsible for the side effects Px was meant to avo
Is Px Coffee a Mushroom Coffee? How Is It Different?
No, Px Coffee isn’t a mushroom coffee — and that’s what makes it special. Mushroom coffees usually start with regular caffeinated coffee and then blend in powdered mushrooms like Lion’s Mane, Chaga, or Reishi. However, Px Coffee takes a completely di
Can I buy just one bag of Px Coffee?
Great question — and we completely understand the instinct to want to try just one bag first. The honest answer is this: we've heard from hundreds of customers, and the pattern is consistent. Most people who switched from regular caffeinated coffee t
What roast is the Whole Bean Px Coffee?
The whole bean Px Coffee is a Medium Roast. Currently, we don't offer the whole bean in a dark roast option. We do plan to eventually release the Dark Roast as a whole bean option but do not expect this for at least a few months. Sorry for any inconv