The crossword solution for the term JAVA CHOICE is DECAF, which is an abbreviation for 'decaffeinated'. Decaffeinated coffee is coffee that has had most of its caffeine removed. This process usually involves soaking the beans in a chemical solvent to extract the caffeine, then steaming the beans to remove the solvent. Decaffeinated coffee is popular among those who want to enjoy the flavor of coffee without the stimulating effects of caffeine.