Timor - Leste, Colombia
On The Fence (Half-Caf)
On The Fence (Half-Caf)
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Washed / Wet Sugar Cane Decaffeination
Regular
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What to Expect
A 50/50 blend of washed Timor-Leste and sugarcane-decaffeinated Colombian coffee, roasted to a medium profile by On The Fence. This is half the caffeine, not half the flavour — the tea-like brightness from Rotutu meets the chocolatey sweetness of Tumbaga decaf in a balanced, approachable cup that works when you want coffee without the full jolt.
The Cup
Medium body with a rounded, smooth mouthfeel. The Timor-Leste component brings a clean, tea-like quality that keeps the cup from feeling heavy, while the Colombian decaf adds chocolate, caramel, and nutty warmth. Acidity is moderate and gentle — present enough to give the coffee some lift, but not sharp or citric. This is a clean, straightforward blend with no fermented or funky character. The decaf process softens the edges without muting the sweetness, and the washed Timor-Leste keeps things bright and clear.
Who This Is For
Perfect for anyone who wants a proper coffee later in the day without losing sleep, or those gradually reducing caffeine intake without sacrificing ritual or flavour. It's also a solid choice if you find full-strength coffee too intense but don't want to go fully decaf.
If you're chasing high acidity, fruit-forward brightness, or complex floral notes, this won't deliver that. It's built for balance and drinkability, not fireworks.
Best for: Late-afternoon drinkers who want half the buzz and all the comfort.
How to Brew This Coffee
The medium roast and balanced profile make this versatile across methods. Try it as filter to let the tea-like clarity and chocolate sweetness shine through without muddiness. It works well in a V60 if you want a cleaner, more defined cup that separates the bright and sweet elements. For something fuller-bodied, reach for your French press — the immersion method will emphasise the nutty, caramel character and give you a rounder, more comforting brew.
Timor - Leste, Colombia
On The Fence (Half-Caf)
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Description from Roaster
This is a 50/50 mix of Timor-Leste (East Timor), Rotutu and Colombian, Tumbaga, Sugarcane Decaf. Both fully washed medium roasted arabica coffees that work really well together to make an excellent late afternoon pick me up where you don’t fancy a full hit of caffeine. This bl...Description from Roaster
This is a 50/50 mix of Timor-Leste (East Timor), Rotutu and Colombian, Tumbaga, Sugarcane Decaf. Both fully washed medium roasted arabica coffees that work really well together to make an excellent late afternoon pick me up where you don’t fancy a full hit of caffeine.
This blend brings the smooth tea qualities of the East-Timour together with chocolatey, nutty, caramel flavours of the Tumbaga Decaf
This description comes from Bell's Beans, who roasts this coffee. For the fullest product detail, you can also see their own listing at Bell's Beans
Ways to Brew
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Filter
A filter coffee machine (or drip coffee maker) is an often electric kitchen appliance that brews coffee by heating water, passing it through ground coffee and a filter, and dripping the finished brew into a carafe.
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V60
V60 is a popular Japanese, cone-shaped pour-over coffee dripper designed for brewing clean, aromatic, and flavorful coffee. Known for its 60-degree angle, large single hole, and internal spiral ribs, it optimises water flow for a precise, quick, and customisable brewing process, typically 2-3 minutes.
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French Press
A French Press (or Cafetiere) is a simple, manual coffee maker that brews rich, full-bodied coffee by steeping coarse grounds in hot water, then separating them by pressing a mesh filter down with a plunger, allowing the coffee's natural oils and sediment to remain for a bolder flavour.
Bell's Beans
Bell’s Beans is a family-run speciality coffee roastery based in Surrey, founded by Chris after leaving a career in engineering to pursue his passion for coffee. What began as home-roasting experiments on a small Gene Cafe machine soon evolved into a micro-roastery built alongside his home, where he combines an engineering mindset with a deep curiosity for the science and variability of coffee roasting. Bell’s Beans focuses exclusively on speciality-grade coffees sourced through ethical importers and producers who support farmers and their communities, with a preference for quality and transparency over scale. Intentionally remaining small and independent, the roastery prioritises craftsmanship, seasonal coffees, and selective partnerships, reflecting a philosophy of modesty while consistently refining its pursuit of excellent coffee.
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