This coffee is a Yellow Bourbon variety grown at Miranda Farms in the Kaʻū region of Hawaiʻi Island. It is processed using an innovative anaerobic honey method, where cherries are fermented in oxygen-free tanks before being depulped and dried with mucilage intact. This light roast offers a vibrant and complex flavor profile featuring notes of lemon, cantaloupe, caramel, and roasted cashew. The cup is characterized by a silky, creamy body and bright, lively acidity, reflecting the unique volcanic terroir of the region.
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.
