{"product_id":"peets-coffee-middle-ground-medium-roast-ground-coffee-10-5-oz-bag-half-caff-smooth-balanced-flavor","title":"Peet's Coffee Middle Ground Medium Roast Ground Coffee, 10.5 oz Bag — Half-Caff, Smooth Balanced Flavor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeet's Middle Ground is a half-caffeinated medium roast ground coffee blend that delivers Peet’s signature flavor with roughly half the caffeine, packaged in a 10.5 oz bag.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a flavorful cup without the same caffeine punch as a full-strength brew, Middle Ground mixes carefully selected regular Brazil beans with decaffeinated Colombian beans to keep the taste rich while reducing stimulant effect. This blend emphasizes balance—brown sugar sweetness, stone-fruit brightness and a cocoa-like finish—roasted to medium to preserve approachable aromatics and smooth body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does \"half caff\" mean for my daily cup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf caff indicates the blend contains about half decaffeinated beans and half regular beans, so you get noticeable flavor depth with less caffeine. The decaf portion is water-processed to remove caffeine while aiming to preserve the original bean character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlend ratio: approximately 50% regular Brazil beans, 50% decaf Colombian beans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecaf processing: natural water method that avoids solvents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOutcome: reduced caffeine, retained aroma and flavor complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I brew Middle Ground for the best results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a consistent cup, measure coffee to water carefully and match your brew method to a medium roast profile. Peet's recommends 4 tablespoons (1\/4 cup) of ground coffee per 12 fluid ounces of water as a starting point; adjust slightly for strength preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended ratio: 4 tbsp per 12 fl oz (one standard mug).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well in drip machines, pour-over, and French press when ground for the method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedium roast extracts well between 3–5 minutes depending on method for balanced flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat flavor notes and roast characteristics should I expect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiddle Ground is roasted to a medium level that highlights sweet, fruity, and chocolate-like notes without heavy bitterness. The profile is crafted to be approachable throughout the day—bright enough to be interesting, gentle enough for later sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTasting highlights: brown sugar sweetness, stone fruit nuance, subtle cocoa finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody: medium, smooth mouthfeel with clean aftertaste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoast: medium to preserve aromatics and balanced acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Peet’s Middle Ground suits coffee drinkers who want the flavor and ritual of a craft medium roast but with reduced caffeine—ideal for afternoon enjoyment, evening social cups, or anyone limiting caffeine without sacrificing taste. It’s also a good pick for households with different caffeine needs who want one versatile bag that satisfies both full- and low-caffeine preferences. Packaged in a 10.5 oz bag, it’s sized for regular at-home use and crafted from 100% Arabica beans following Peet’s long-standing roasting standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures at a glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne 10.5 oz bag of Peet’s Middle Ground half-caff ground coffee, 100% Arabica.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedium roast with brown sugar, stone fruit, and cocoa tasting notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrewing guide: 4 tablespoons per 12 fl oz water (1 mug).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e50% of blend decaffeinated via natural water processing to preserve flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeet’s heritage: hand-roasted craft coffee since 1966.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeet’s engages in sourcing and community programs aimed at positive impact where coffees are grown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much caffeine is in Middle Ground compared to regular coffee?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Middle Ground uses about half decaf beans, so it typically contains roughly half the caffeine of a comparable full-caffeinated cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the decaf processed with chemicals?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No—the decaffeinated portion uses a natural water process that avoids chemical solvents while aiming to keep flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Peet's Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46007921377363,"sku":"B0GVFW361Q","price":52.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/9949\/2947\/files\/peets-middle-ground-front-bag.jpg?v=1787274082","url":"https:\/\/spicestosnacks.ca\/products\/peets-coffee-middle-ground-medium-roast-ground-coffee-10-5-oz-bag-half-caff-smooth-balanced-flavor","provider":"Spices To Snacks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}