Passover

Why Do Decaffeinated Coffee and Tea Need Passover Certification?

OU Kosher Staff

Regular, unflavored coffee or black tea are considered kosher for Passover without a special certification, but the same is not true for decaffeinated teas and coffees. Rabbi Elefant explains the decaffeination process and what makes it problematic for Passover.

OU Kosher Staff

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