# Artisan-Style Decaf Coffee Pods Pact Coffee Bourbon Cream Decaf Pods are 100% Ethically Sourced By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-06-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pact-coffee-bourbon-cream-decaf References: [retailtimes](https://retailtimes.co.uk/pact-coffee-debuts-speciality-grade-decaf-pods-in-waitrose-to-capitalise-on-growing-demand/) & [pactcoffee](https://www.pactcoffee.com)  The [Pact Coffee](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-gin) Bourbon Cream Decaf pods are a high-quality coffee product from the brand targeted towards the increasing number of consumers seeking out a flavorful alternative to traditional decaf. The [Nespresso](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decaf-supercharger-espresso)-compatible pods feature a 100% ethically sourced recipe that includes dark roast coffee from Columbia along with hints of bourbon cream biscuits in every sip. The pods are making their debut at [Waitrose](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-instant-coffee) in the UK and will be the only specialty-grade decaf coffee offered by the retailer to give it a competitive edge. Director of Coffee Will Corby commented on the Pact Coffee Bourbon Cream Decaf pods saying, "Bringing a speciality-grade decaf to Waitrose shelves and giving its customers more caffeine-free options to choose from is a really exciting moment for us, and hopefully for consumers who have been waiting for a better tasting decaffeinated coffee to enjoy too." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 43% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ethically-sourced Ingredients:** The rising demand for ethically-sourced ingredients presents opportunities to disrupt traditional supply chains by placing a greater emphasis on transparency and sustainability. - **Specialty Decaf Coffee:** With a growing focus on flavorful decaf options, there's potential to innovate by enhancing taste profiles that cater to discerning, health-conscious coffee consumers. - **Artisan Coffee Pods:** Artisanal coffee pods open avenues for innovation by marrying gourmet coffee experiences with the convenience of single-serve technology. ### Where This Applies - **Coffee Retail:** Specialty decaf options are reshaping the coffee retail landscape by catering to niche markets within the broader caffeine-free segment. - **Sustainability-focused Goods:** Industries centered around sustainability-focused goods are experiencing shifts as consumers increasingly favor products with verified ethical sourcing. - **Single-serve Beverages:** The single-serve beverage industry's evolution is buoyed by consumer desires for convenience without compromising on taste or ethical values. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Decaffeinated Espresso Coffee Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decaf-supercharger-espresso.md) - [Intense London Roaster Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafepod-black-velvet-coffee-pods.md) - [Groundbreaking Decaf Coffee Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-boy-coffee.md) - [Relaxing Coffee Pod Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nespresso-french-lavender-vanilla-decaffeinato.md) - [Artisan-Quality Coffee Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nescaf-dolce-gusto-pods.md) - [Barista-Level Instant Decaf Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-instant-decaf.md) - [Holiday-Ready Decaffeinated Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dekf-coffee.md) - [Indulgent Decaffeinated Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolcevita-coffee-line.md) - [Subscription-Based Decaf Gift Options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialty-decaf-offerings.md)