Organic Lupin Coffee - TIKAWA Classic
Alternative to coffee, 100% roasted lupin seeds
Certified organic
Classic Taste, 720 g
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Tikawa Classic organic lupin coffee - The caffeine-free alternative
The one in our organic lupin coffee range you can't go wrong with! Prepare and enjoy it just like classic coffee!
Coffee, and coffee beans in particular, is one of the most deeply rooted habits in the daily life of the French and, by the same token, the hardest to change. Whether you have to stop drinking coffee or simply want to reduce your daily consumption, this little addiction to this hot drink is hard to shake, so unique is the sensory experience: the smell of hot coffee, that typical taste at the end of a meal, the strength of the drink when you wake up... And until now, no alternative could combine all these parameters.
We had been looking for this alternative for a long time: a real caffeine-free organic lupin coffee.
☕ A drink that is not so new after all
Tikawa is the rediscovery of an ancient infusion made from lupin seeds (a seed from the legume family) that has been part of human history for at least 4000 years! Mentions of this lupin infusion appear on papyri from ancient Egypt. And, closer to home, Italy and Germany know this alternative well as the one whose taste is closest to coffee. It was about time it arrived in France!
☕ A naturally caffeine-free organic lupin coffee
Tikawa, this excellent alternative with a delicious taste, is naturally caffeine-free and acid-free, produced using regenerative farming practices in Germany, and is the closest drink to coffee you can taste. Unlike coffee, which has a heavy ecological and social impact (comes from far away, questionable working conditions, polluted soils...), lupin is grown here at home and has an incredible ecological footprint.
What's more, it is the first organic lupin coffee that can be prepared like classic coffee, whatever method you use (machine, Italian coffee maker, filter...). But be careful: even if it is prepared like classic coffee, it behaves differently physically. So you will need to learn the art of making a good Tikawa! To prepare Tikawa Classic, we recommend using a manual espresso machine!
☕ Who is lupin coffee for?
People looking for a more balanced and sustainable lifestyle, or simply anyone who enjoys a good cup of coffee. It is even suitable for children and pregnant or breastfeeding women. Tikawa is for all of you!
Would you like to find out how to give up coffee gradually without missing out on your morning ritual? Tikawa is designed precisely for that.
Naturally caffeine-free, gluten-free, soya-free and lactose-free.
⚠️ Legume allergy: as with soya and peanuts (cousins of lupin), a very small number of people are unable to process certain strains of protein contained in lupin. Avoid if you have a legume allergy (peanuts, soya, broad beans, peas, lentils). If in doubt, consult your doctor before consumption.
The lupin seeds are roasted = this product is NOT RAW (without roasting it is impossible to recreate the taste of coffee).
An alternative that adapts to all your cravings
With 2 sugars or plain. With plant milk or without milk. Hot or cold. In a cup or in baking. You decide!
We have even created a recipe ebook for you, to add Tikawa to your everyday meals! > Click here to download it <
We offer 3 varieties: Classic, Mild and Intense
☕ How to prepare your lupin coffee?
Preparing organic lupin coffee is very similar to preparing classic coffee. Whether with a stovetop coffee maker, a filter or a French press, you can easily get the maximum aroma and taste from your daily coffee.
The grind: first of all, the grind is coarser and heavier than classic coffee. So, to prepare a Tikawa, you need to use less ground coffee by volume than for classic coffee.
It swells! Lupin coffee swells much more than classic coffee, because lupin seeds have a higher protein content than coffee beans. This mainly affects preparation in an espresso machine and an Italian coffee maker. Using too much ground coffee will stop the water from flowing through.
If you use an automatic coffee machine, you will absolutely need to readjust the settings (more water, less ground coffee). Otherwise, you risk blocking the machine...
Filter and French press : use 20% less powder than for traditional coffee. This preparation method is perfect for Tikawa Mild !
Italian coffee maker : use around 50-65% of the usual amount of ground coffee (by volume).Manual espresso machine : use around 50-65% of the usual amount of ground coffee (by volume). That is 5-6g for a single and 10-12g for a double shot or a coffee. That said, every machine is different and if you want to use this method, you will need to find the perfect amount for your machine. You can use a tamper to level the surface of the grounds and apply light pressure, but do not compact it too much or the water will not flow through properly. Aim for an extraction time of around 15 to 25 seconds. We recommend Tikawa Classic or Intense for this method.
☕ Lupin, the seed behind Tikawa
- The plant:
Lupins are flowers in rich and varied colours, native to the Mediterranean basin. They are grown for their ability to enrich the soil and for their seeds.
It is a local, sustainable alternative to soya. Growing it requires neither pesticides nor fertilisers, and for a long time it was reserved for animal feed.
It is gradually coming back onto our plates in many forms, including roasted lupin coffee.
- Acid-free, caffeine-free
Lupin seeds are roasted at a lower temperature (depending on the roast, between 180 and 200°C) and for a longer time than coffee beans. This process is gentler and reduces the formation of residual matter and polymers produced during roasting.
Traditional coffee is an acidic product. Naturally present in green coffee beans, the acidity intensifies during roasting. Organic lupin coffee, on the other hand, is naturally acid-free and caffeine-free.
☕ Is lupin coffee safe?
Here is the essential information you need to know:
✅ No acrylamide - The lupins are roasted at a maximum of 180°C for 30 minutes (a lower temperature than classic coffee). This gentle process avoids the formation of acrylamide, a substance of concern produced during high-temperature roasting.
✅ Blue sweet lupin = low alkaloid content - Loffee uses exclusively blue sweet lupins from Bavaria, a variety whose content of bitter alkaloids is very low. That is what makes Tikawa so pleasantly sweet and well tolerated.
> Lupin coffee and allergy: the only real contraindication - As with soya and peanuts (families close to lupin), a very small number of people may have a cross-allergy to lupin proteins. Lupin is in fact listed as a major allergen by EU Regulation 1169/2011 (EFSA). If you are allergic to peanuts, soya, broad beans, lentils or peas, we recommend consulting your doctor before consuming Tikawa.
For pregnant women, children and people wishing to reduce their caffeine intake, Tikawa is a naturally caffeine-free, caffeic acid-free and acid-free alternative.
☕ An exceptional ecological record
Good for the planet too! For a daily coffee drinker, per year (source: Loffee life-cycle analysis):
- 75% less CO2 in the manufacture of Tikawa VS classic coffee
- 13 000 L of water used (=1 x 3-min shower /day) VS 126 000 L of water for coffee (=2 baths /day)
- 0 L of polluted water with lupin: no fertilisers or pesticides needed to grow it
- 78% less land used (19m² versus 88m² for coffee)
Coffee has a heavy ecological footprint; it should not be a mass-market product in a world aware of its impact on living things. To find out more: the ecological impact of lupin coffee.
As an ISTOM engineer and founder of Biovie, Eric spent years looking for a local plant-based alternative to coffee. Tikawa is the fruit of that quest - and of our conviction that you can drink better, locally, without sacrificing pleasure.
☕ Also read our blog article:Coffee or lupin?
Loffee, a recent Biovie partnership!
Tikawa is the work of a partnership between Biovie and the German company Loffee, run by Simon and Jan, who both come from the coffee industry. Their know-how, acquired throughout their careers refining the finest raw coffees, is now put to use in developing and producing their roasted organic lupin products.
Indeed, thanks to their many years of experience, they have learnt and mastered the art of roasting and know that complex aromas need time to develop fully. Their roasted lupins are worked with as much care as the finest traditional coffees. Their expertise and the various technical equipment at their disposal convinced us to work with them and to offer you their products.
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The lupins come from Bavarian organic farming. They are grown, harvested and processed practically on their doorstep. The whole process of harvesting and making the roasted lupin coffee is transparent. It is also worth noting that their whole team is properly paid and that no one has to work in inhumane conditions, which is unfortunately not always the case in the conventional coffee industry.
For roasting, Loffee uses exclusively blue sweet lupins, a variety with an above-average protein content and very little bitterness. That is why their lupin coffee is so pleasantly sweet and has so much body!
The lupin seeds are roasted in two small drum roasters for nearly 30 minutes at a maximum of 180°C. Everything is also done to ensure that no acrylamide is formed. Thanks to this long roasting, the seeds develop complex aromas and a fine toasted note.
Curious to know more about the footprint of what you eat? Find out how to reduce your carbon footprint with a plant-based diet.
Loffee, a recent Biovie partnership!
Tikawa is the work of a partnership between Biovie and the German company Loffee, run by Simon and Jan, who both come from the coffee industry. Their know-how, acquired throughout their careers refining the finest raw coffees, is now put to use in developing and producing their roasted organic lupin products.
Indeed, thanks to their many years of experience, they have learnt and mastered the art of roasting and know that complex aromas need time to develop fully. Their roasted lupins are worked with as much care as the finest traditional coffees. Their expertise and the various technical equipment at their disposal convinced us to work with them and to offer you their products.
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The lupins come from Bavarian organic farming. They are grown, harvested and processed practically on their doorstep. The whole process of harvesting and making the roasted lupin coffee is transparent. It is also worth noting that their whole team is properly paid and that no one has to work in inhumane conditions, which is unfortunately not always the case in the conventional coffee industry.
For roasting, Loffee uses exclusively blue sweet lupins, a variety with an above-average protein content and very little bitterness. That is why their lupin coffee is so pleasantly sweet and has so much body!
The lupin seeds are roasted in two small drum roasters for nearly 30 minutes at a maximum of 180°C. Everything is also done to ensure that no acrylamide is formed. Thanks to this long roasting, the seeds develop complex aromas and a fine toasted note.
Curious to know more about the footprint of what you eat? Find out how to reduce your carbon footprint with a plant-based diet.
Best before: 18/11/2027
- Ingredients : 100% pure roasted lupin from organic farming - organic lupin coffee, classic taste.
No additives and no chemicals. Caffeine-free and caffeic acid-free.
Classic taste
- Origin : Grown, drum-roasted and packed in Germany.
Distributed by Biovie
- Packaging: 100% recyclable bag, 720 g
- Storage: at room temperature, in a cool, dry place away from light. Reseal the bag well or place in an airtight container to limit the loss of aromas and extend the storage time.
- Best before: 7/10/2026
| Nutritional value per 100 ml |
| Energy 3 kJ/1 kcal |
| Fat < 0.1 g |
| of which |
| saturates < 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrate < 0.1 g |
| of which sugars < 0.1 g |
| Protein 0.2 g |
| Salt < 0.03 g |
❓ Frequently asked questions about Tikawa Classic
Does Tikawa lupin coffee contain caffeine?
No. Tikawa is naturally and totally free from caffeine. Lupin seeds contain no caffeine and no caffeic acid. That is why it is suitable for people sensitive to caffeine, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and children. For those who want to explore natural alternatives to decaffeinated coffee, Tikawa is an option worth considering.
Is Tikawa suitable for pregnant women?
Yes. Caffeine-free, acid-free and additive-free, Tikawa can be consumed during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as a replacement for coffee. If in doubt, ask your health professional for advice.
Are there any contraindications to lupin coffee?
The only contraindication concerns people who may have a legume allergy (peanuts, soya, broad beans, peas, lentils). If you have a known allergy to one of these families, consult your doctor before consumption. For reference, lupin is listed as a major allergen by European regulations (EFSA, EU Regulation 1169/2011).
What does Tikawa Classic lupin coffee taste like?
Tikawa Classic has a full-bodied, slightly sweet taste with subtle notes of caramel and toastiness. It is the plant-based alternative whose taste is closest to traditional coffee, thanks in particular to the roasting expertise of our partner Loffee. The naturally low-bitterness Bavarian blue sweet lupin variety contributes a great deal to this.
How do you store Tikawa to preserve the aromas?
Store it at room temperature, in a cool, dry place away from light. Reseal the bag carefully after each use or transfer to an airtight container. This limits the loss of aromas and extends the storage time.
Updated: July 2026. Article approved by Éric Viard, founder of Biovie and ISTOMengineer, co-author of Algues au quotidien (Gallimard, 2024) - Best Cookbook in the World, Gourmand Cookbook Awards 2025, and Best Cookbook in France, Académie Nationale de Cuisine 2025.
Disclaimer: the information presented on this page is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a qualified health professional before making any change to your diet or supplementation. As part of a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
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