Hawaii Kona

Hawaiian Kona Extra Fancy coffee from Hala Tree Farms is a premium, high-quality coffee known for its exceptional flavor and unique characteristics. The "Extra Fancy" grade signifies the largest beans with the fewest defects, representing the highest quality within the Kona coffee grading system. 

• Origin: Grown on the slopes of Mauna Loa in Captain Cook, Hawaii, within the Kona coffee belt.

  Grade: "Extra Fancy" is the highest grade of Kona coffee, indicating large beans and minimal defects.

  Flavor Profile: Expect a complex, clean, and sweet cup with notes of caramel, fruit, chocolate, lemongrass, and spice. The coffee is described as having fruity acidity balanced with chocolaty/nutty undertones, potentially with a hint of herbal spice. Some describe the flavor as buttery, rich, nutty, and with clove overtones, lively acidity, and winey overtones.

  Roasting: Recommended as medium to dark roasts for this bean, with lighter roasts highlighting acidity and darker roasts accentuating nutty and chocolate flavors, potentially with smoky notes.

  Process: Hala Tree Coffee emphasizes meticulous hand-picking, removal of the fruit from the bean, wet fermentation, and drying on decks, highlighting their dedication to quality from cherry to cup.

  Rarity: Kona coffee is grown in a limited area (the Kona coffee belt), making it a relatively rare and expensive coffee.

  Price: Due to its quality and rarity, Kona coffee is often priced higher than other coffees.