Aloha Star 100% Kona Coffee Private Reserve Honey Process Medium Roast bag
Our Honey Process coffee is pulped, then sun-dried with its natural mucilage still surrounding the bean, developing sweetness, fruit complexity, and body.
Aloha Star 100% Kona Coffee Private Reserve Honey Process Medium Roast bag
Our Honey Process coffee is pulped, then sun-dried with its natural mucilage still surrounding the bean, developing sweetness, fruit complexity, and body.

100% Kona Coffee — Honey Process Medium-Light Roast

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MOST POPULAR: 1 lb · Whole bean
Award-winning Signature Honey Process · Small-batch roasted · Shipped directly from our Kona farm
★ “This rates at least 10 stars out of 5! Absolutely outstanding.” — Rebecca C., Washington

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Estate-grown, award-winning Kona coffee. Honey processed. Medium roasted for a smooth, naturally sweet Kona cup.

Aloha Star Private Reserve 100% Kona Coffee Honey Process Medium Roast is a farm-direct, estate-grown specialty coffee from our family farm in Kona, Hawaiʻi. Crafted from our Private Reserve lot, this coffee is ideal for those who enjoy a fruit-forward Kona cup with natural sweetness, silky body, and full seed-to-cup traceability.

Our Honey Process coffee is pulped, then sun-dried with its natural mucilage still surrounding the bean. This careful drying method helps develop sweetness, fruit complexity, and body before the coffee is roasted to a balanced medium profile that preserves its expressive Kona character.

In the cup, expect layered notes of dried cherry, caramel, brown sugar, green grape, dried apple, fruit punch, and a subtle hint of anise. The result is a smooth, elegant cup with bright fruit character, caramel-like sweetness, silky body, and a clean finish.

Best For / Brewing Methods

This coffee is best enjoyed as pour-over, drip coffee, AeroPress, iced coffee, cold brew, or Americano, where its fruit complexity, natural sweetness, and smooth Kona character can shine. It also works beautifully in lighter milk drinks such as cortados, cappuccinos, and flat whites for a naturally sweet, balanced cup.

For Roasters & Wholesale Buyers

Roasters, cafés, and wholesale buyers looking for a distinctive farm-direct Kona offering will appreciate its single-farm traceability, estate-grown origin, honey-process character, and refined roast profile.

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A Multi-Award-Winning Honey Processed Coffee

  • Two-Time Winning Coffee at the Good Food Awards — 2023 & 2025

We are honored to be recognized as a two-time winning producer at the 2023 Good Food Awards and 15 Years of Good Food Awards: 2025 Community Choice Edition, with our 100% Kona Coffee Private Reserve Honey Process coffee, roasted and submitted by Pacific Coffee Research, in Kailua-Kona. As the first Hawaiʻi-based coffee roastery to win in the coffee category from the Good Food Foundation, Pacific Coffee Research has our heartfelt thanks for trusting us as their 100% Kona Coffee provider.

  • Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Cupping Competitions

  • November 2018: We earned 3rd place - Classic Division, out of 90+ participants. Our first time ever participating in a cupping competition.

  • November 2019: We placed 8th of the Top-Ten - Classic Division, out of 72 participants.

  • Year after year, this coffee has consistently scored over 80 points, securing its place among the top specialty-grade Kona coffees.

MOST POPULAR: 1 lb · Whole bean
Award-winning Signature Honey Process · Small-batch roasted · Shipped directly from our Kona farm
★ “This rates at least 10 stars out of 5! Absolutely outstanding.” — Rebecca C., Washington

✓ Free U.S. shipping automatically applies to orders of $99 or more.

Estate-grown, award-winning Kona coffee. Honey processed. Medium roasted for a smooth, naturally sweet Kona cup.

Aloha Star Private Reserve 100% Kona Coffee Honey Process Medium Roast is a farm-direct, estate-grown specialty coffee from our family farm in Kona, Hawaiʻi. Crafted from our Private Reserve lot, this coffee is ideal for those who enjoy a fruit-forward Kona cup with natural sweetness, silky body, and full seed-to-cup traceability.

Our Honey Process coffee is pulped, then sun-dried with its natural mucilage still surrounding the bean. This careful drying method helps develop sweetness, fruit complexity, and body before the coffee is roasted to a balanced medium profile that preserves its expressive Kona character.

In the cup, expect layered notes of dried cherry, caramel, brown sugar, green grape, dried apple, fruit punch, and a subtle hint of anise. The result is a smooth, elegant cup with bright fruit character, caramel-like sweetness, silky body, and a clean finish.

Best For / Brewing Methods

This coffee is best enjoyed as pour-over, drip coffee, AeroPress, iced coffee, cold brew, or Americano, where its fruit complexity, natural sweetness, and smooth Kona character can shine. It also works beautifully in lighter milk drinks such as cortados, cappuccinos, and flat whites for a naturally sweet, balanced cup.

For Roasters & Wholesale Buyers

Roasters, cafés, and wholesale buyers looking for a distinctive farm-direct Kona offering will appreciate its single-farm traceability, estate-grown origin, honey-process character, and refined roast profile.

Subscribe & Save

Subscribe and save 10% to enjoy fresh-roasted 100% Kona coffee delivered regularly from our farm to your door.

A Multi-Award-Winning Honey Processed Coffee

  • Two-Time Winning Coffee at the Good Food Awards — 2023 & 2025

We are honored to be recognized as a two-time winning producer at the 2023 Good Food Awards and 15 Years of Good Food Awards: 2025 Community Choice Edition, with our 100% Kona Coffee Private Reserve Honey Process coffee, roasted and submitted by Pacific Coffee Research, in Kailua-Kona. As the first Hawaiʻi-based coffee roastery to win in the coffee category from the Good Food Foundation, Pacific Coffee Research has our heartfelt thanks for trusting us as their 100% Kona Coffee provider.

  • Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Cupping Competitions

  • November 2018: We earned 3rd place - Classic Division, out of 90+ participants. Our first time ever participating in a cupping competition.

  • November 2019: We placed 8th of the Top-Ten - Classic Division, out of 72 participants.

  • Year after year, this coffee has consistently scored over 80 points, securing its place among the top specialty-grade Kona coffees.

Product Details

Origin: 100% Kona coffee, grown exclusively on our family farm in Kona, Hawaiʻi. Learn more.

Tree varieties: Arabica — Kona Typica, Red Bourbon, and SL34, harvested together to create a distinctive estate-grown flavor profile.

Bean grades: A combination of selected HDOA-recognized Kona green coffee grades, including Kona Extra Fancy (#19), Kona Fancy (#18), and Kona No. 1(#16).

Quality standards: Produced under Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture (HDOA) Kona coffee standards and crafted with specialty coffee quality practices. Learn more.

Process: Honey Process / pulp-dried. The coffee is pulped, then dried with some of the natural coffee fruit mucilage still surrounding the bean. Learn more.

Roast level: Medium Roast. Also available in Full City Roast and Dark Roast. Learn more.

Sizes: 4 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz, and 5 lb.

Bean options: Whole bean, coarse grind for French press, regular grind for drip coffee, and fine grind for espresso-style brewing.

Whole coffee beans last longer than ground coffee. We recommend you store your coffee in a sealed container, at room temperature, away from light.

Farm-Direct Quality

‍As a single-estate Kona coffee farm, we manage every step ourselves — from planting, harvesting, and processing to roasting, packaging, and shipping. This seed-to-cup approach allows us to protect freshness, preserve quality, and deliver a coffee that reflects the care, terroir, and craftsmanship of our family farm.‍ ‍

Wholesale

‍For cafés, roasters, restaurants, specialty retailers, and wholesale buyers, this coffee offers a premium farm-direct Kona option with a clear origin story, strong cup character, and direct relationship with the producer. For wholesale quantities and pricing, please contact sales@alohastarcoffee.com or call (808) 987-5277.

FAQ:

  • Yes. This coffee is 100% Kona coffee grown exclusively on our family farm in Kona, Hawaiʻi. It is not a 10% Kona blend or a coffee blended with beans from other origins.

  • Private Reserve means this coffee comes from our own estate-grown Kona coffee. It is not a blend from multiple farms or regions.

    Our Private Reserve reflects our highest level of traceability, care, and seed-to-cup craftsmanship: We grow, harvest, process, roast, and ship our coffee directly from our farm.

  • Honey Process (pulp-dried) coffee is pulped after harvest, then dried with some of the natural coffee fruit mucilage still surrounding the bean. This method brings out a natural sweetness, fruity complexity, and a smooth body in the cup. It’s called Honey because, during drying, the beans take on a honey-like look and aroma. No actual bee honey is added to the coffee.

  • This coffee has a smooth, naturally sweet, fruit-forward profile with notes of dried cherry, caramel, brown sugar, green grape, dried apple, fruit punch, and a subtle hint of anise. The medium roast preserves the expressive Honey Process character while creating a balanced, elegant everyday cup.

  • This Honey Process Medium Roast is best enjoyed as pour-over, drip coffee, AeroPress, iced coffee, cold brew, or Americano, where its natural sweetness and smooth Kona character can shine. It also works beautifully in lighter milk drinks such as cortados, cappuccinos, and flat whites.

  • Yes, especially if you enjoy a smoother, naturally sweet espresso with fruit and caramel notes. For a bolder espresso or milk-based drinks like lattes, you may prefer our Honey Process Dark Roast or Full City Roast.

  • The Medium Roast is the most expressive and fruit-forward, highlighting the Honey Process sweetness and bright Kona character. The Full City Roast adds more depth, body, and caramelized sweetness. The Dark Roast is richer and bolder, with deeper chocolate and roasted notes that work especially well for espresso, French press, moka pot, and milk-based drinks.

  • Our Washed Process coffee is typically cleaner, brighter, and more classic in flavor. Our Honey Process coffee has more natural sweetness, a silkier body, and more fruit complexity because the coffee is dried with some of the fruit mucilage still on the bean.

  • Whole bean is best if you have a grinder, because it preserves freshness and aroma longer. Ground coffee is a convenient option if you do not grind at home.

  • Yes. This is an excellent gift for coffee lovers, Kona coffee fans, and anyone who enjoys premium farm-direct coffee from Hawaiʻi. Its smooth sweetness and distinctive Honey Process profile make it a memorable choice.

  • Yes. A subscription is a great way to enjoy fresh 100% Kona coffee regularly while saving on repeat orders.

  • Store your coffee in a sealed container at room temperature, away from light, heat, moisture, and strong odors. For best flavor, avoid storing it in the refrigerator.

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