Farm Notes

Kona Coffee Blog

Guides on grades, wholesale sourcing, private label, and what it means to grow 100% Kona coffee at 1,600 ft in Captain Cook, Hawaii.

Education

May 20266 min read

What Is Kona Coffee?

Kona coffee grows on a narrow strip of volcanic slope on the Big Island of Hawaii. Here is what makes it different, why it costs more, and how to tell the real thing from a blend.

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Grades

May 20267 min read

Kona Coffee Grades Explained

Extra Fancy, Fancy, No.1, Peaberry, Select, Prime. Every bag of 100% Kona coffee carries one of these grades. Here is what each one means and which grade fits your program.

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Wholesale

May 20268 min read

How to Buy Bulk Coffee in Hawaii

Buying bulk coffee in Hawaii direct from a farm is different from ordering through a broker. This guide covers what to ask, what documentation to require, and how lot tracing works.

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Farm

May 20265 min read

Coffee Farm Hawaii Tour: What to Expect

Visiting a coffee farm in Hawaii is one of the best ways to understand what you are buying. This guide covers what happens on a working farm visit in the South Kona belt.

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Wholesale

May 20269 min read

Kona Coffee Wholesale: A Complete Guide

Everything roasters, retailers, and distributors need to know about sourcing Kona coffee wholesale. Grades, documentation, minimums, and what separates farm-direct from broker supply.

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Private Label

May 20267 min read

Private Label Coffee Hawaii: How It Works

Private label coffee in Hawaii lets brands sell certified 100% Kona under their own packaging. Here is how the process works, what to look for in a supplier, and what documentation matters.

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Kona Coffee Distributor: What You Need to Know

Distribution

May 20266 min read

Kona Coffee Distributor: What You Need to Know

Becoming a Kona coffee distributor means sourcing from a certified farm, understanding grade documentation, and building a reliable supply chain. Here is what matters most.

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100% Kona vs Blends: What the Label Actually Means

Education

May 20266 min read

100% Kona vs Blends: What the Label Actually Means

A bag labeled "Kona blend" can legally contain as little as 10% Kona coffee. Here is how to read labels, what questions to ask your supplier, and why the difference matters.

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