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Product Details
Coffee: Aloha Star 100% Kona Coffee Private Reserve
Origin: South Kona, Hawaiʻi, USA
Farm: Grown exclusively on our family-owned estate
Coffee species: Arabica
Varieties: Kona Typica, Red Bourbon, and SL34, grown and harvested together
Processing method: Washed Process
Processing details: Ripe coffee cherries are pulped, fermented, rinsed, and dried in parchment
Roast level: Medium-Light Roast
Tasting notes: Dried cherry, caramel, brown sugar, green grape, dried apple, fruit punch, and subtle anise
Cup character: Clean, smooth, balanced, gently bright, and aromatic
Bean grades: A combination of the official 100% Kona bean grades, including Extra Fancy (#19), Fancy (#18), and No. 1 (#16)
Harvesting: Hand-picked at optimal ripeness
Production: Processed and milled in small batches, artisan-roasted, packaged for freshness, and shipped directly from our farm
Available sizes: 4 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz, 2 lb, 3 lb, and 5 lb
Size note: The 2 lb and 3 lb options ship as two or three individual 1 lb bags. The 5 lb option ships in one 5 lb bag.
Available options: Whole bean, coarse grind for French press, regular grind for drip coffee, and fine grind for espresso-style brewing
Subscription: Save 10% with delivery every two weeks, every month, or every two months
Storage: Store the coffee sealed at room temperature, away from direct light, heat, moisture, and strong odors. Whole bean coffee generally preserves its aroma and freshness longer than ground coffee.
FAQ:
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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.
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In the Washed Process, the outer skin and fruit are removed from the coffee cherries after harvest. The beans are then carefully fermented, washed, and dried.
This method typically produces a clean, balanced cup with greater flavor clarity, allowing the coffee’s natural sweetness, brightness, and origin characteristics to stand out.
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What does this Washed Process Medium-Light Roast taste like?
It has a clean, smooth, and balanced profile with gentle brightness and caramel-like sweetness. Tasting notes include dried cherry, caramel, brown sugar, green grape, dried apple, fruit punch, and a subtle hint of anise.
Because coffee is an agricultural product, the exact flavor expression may vary slightly by harvest, brewing method, water, grind size, and preparation.
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Is this a good introduction to 100% Kona coffee?
Yes. This is one of our best choices for customers trying authentic 100% Kona coffee for the first time.
Its clean, balanced, and approachable profile offers a classic Kona coffee experience without the stronger roasted flavors found in darker roasts.
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Washed Process coffee is fermented and rinsed after the fruit is removed, generally producing a cleaner, brighter, and more traditional flavor profile.
Honey Process coffee is dried with some of the coffee fruit’s natural mucilage remaining around the bean. It generally has more fruit-forward sweetness, a silkier body, and greater fruit complexity.
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Pour-over methods such as the Chemex, Hario V60, and Kalita Wave are particularly good at highlighting this coffee’s clarity and delicate flavor notes.
It also performs well in an automatic drip brewer, AeroPress, French press, iced pour-over, and cold brew.
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The Medium-Light Roast provides the cleanest and most aromatic expression, with gentle brightness and clearly defined origin characteristics.
The Full City Roast develops greater body, deeper caramelized sweetness, and a richer overall profile.
The Dark Roast is bolder and more roast-forward, with deeper flavors and lower perceived brightness.
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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.
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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.
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Yes. A subscription is a great way to enjoy fresh 100% Kona coffee regularly while saving on repeat orders.
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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.
