Coffee is also grown commercially on other islands, mostly Maui and Kauai. … Hawaiian-grown coffee is highly prized for its mild smoothness, with a complexity that varies from farm to farm, roast to roast.

Where does coffee grow in Hawaii?

100% pure Kona coffee is a rare commodity exclusively grown in north and south Kona. The high elevation, constant cloud coverage and rich volcanic soil from Hualalai Volcano in the upland slopes of Kona create an ideal environment for harvesting this unique Hawaiian coffee bean.

Is coffee big in Hawaii?

Hawaii is populated with over 900 small coffee farms, and Kona coffee production only makes up a fraction of that. Just as champagne can only be made in a specific region of France, Kona coffee can only be called “Kona coffee” if it’s grown on the west side of the Big Island, in the Kona district.