This flagship Hawai'i-grown espresso blend combines Kona and Ka'ū coffees from the Big Island. Kona coffees from volcanic slopes contribute body, sweetness, and roundness, while Ka'ū coffees from higher elevations add clarity, balance, and gentle brightness. All coffees are hand-harvested and sourced directly from Hawai'i farms. The medium-dark roast is designed specifically for espresso performance with extended development to enhance solubility, mouthfeel, and chocolate-toned sweetness. Flavor notes include caramel, hazelnut, dark chocolate, and tropical fruit with a silken, creamy body and balanced, gentle acidity. Coffee Review awarded this blend 94 points.
Founded in 2002 by R. Miguel Meza in Minnesota, Paradise Coffee Roasters relocated to Hilo, Hawaii in 2008 to work directly with local farmers and root the business in origin. The roastery operates a Diedrich IR12, utilizing equipment known for precision and control in capturing the nuanced flavors of specialty coffee. Coffees have consistently achieved exceptional ratings from Coffee Review, with more than 100 coffees scoring between 93 and 97 points and an impressive five year average of 94 points. The selection specializes in Hawaiian coffees from Kona and Ka'u regions alongside carefully selected producers from Panama, Jamaica, and Vietnam.
