Kona Laurina from Hawaii's Kona Farm Direct, a 6-acre farm in Holualoa operated by Craig Lee. Laurina is a dwarf mutation of Bourbon variety with approximately half the caffeine of typical Arabica. Processed using Champagne Natural method with selected wine yeast strains, creating bright acidity and effervescent qualities. Light roast with tasting notes of red oolong tea, vanilla, strawberry, watermelon, and pistachio.
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.
