Coffee producing area-Hawaiian Coffee

Kona coffee beans from Hawaii have the most perfect appearance, with unusually full fruits and bright luster. The coffee has a rich aroma with cinnamon spice notes and a balanced acidity.

Hawaiian coffee is the only top-grade coffee produced in the 50 states, and the United States is naturally its largest market.

Hawaii's coffee industry is among the most tightly regulated of all coffee producers, with the highest labor costs and the best investment levels.

Hawaii's coffee industry has to compete for space with the expanding tourism industry. Most coffee is grown on the slopes of Mauna Loa. Mauna Loa was originally a volcano located in the western part of the Kona region of Hawaii. The length of the coffee producing area is about 30 kilometers, and its cultivation area is mainly concentrated in the north and south of the area. Coffee trees are grown in relatively inhospitable areas, but the soil is fertile and contains volcanic ash. Despite the physical effort required to start cultivation and the difficulties involved in managing it, it is reassuring to note that coffee trees in Kona (at least those growing above 90 metres) appear to be immune to any pests and diseases.

Although Hawaii is often affected by tornadoes, the climate conditions are ideal for coffee growing. There was plenty of rain and sunshine, and no frost. There is also a strange natural phenomenon called free shade. On most days, around 2 p.m., white clouds appear in the sky, providing the coffee trees with the shade they need. In fact, it is these natural conditions that allow Kona to produce more Arabica coffee than any other plantation in the world, and to maintain a consistently high quality. For example, 560 - 900 hectares per hectare are produced in Latin America, while 2240 kilograms per hectare are produced in Kona. To the annoyance of coffee fans, only about 1400 hectares produce Kona coffee.

Real kona coffee is a real gem and not easy to find. The best Kona coffees come in grades: Extra Fancy, Fancy and Number One. This third-class coffee is produced both on the estate and under natural conditions. Most of the coffees on the market today that call themselves Kona contain less than 5% real Hawaiian Kona coffee. Another good Hawaiian coffee can be found in the United States-Kai Farms.