A multi-generational family estate in the heart of the Kona Coffee Belt that excels at the personal touch—think handwritten postcards with orders and specialty-grade honey-processed beans. It's the perfect spot for those seeking a genuine, small-scale farm experience where the owners are genuinely welcoming, even when they're in the middle of harvest. If you're looking for a polished, high-volume tasting room with a full cafe menu, this is a more intimate, working farm visit that may not fit your day.
Reviews mention ordering packages of Geisha and honey-processed beans to take home.
Focus on 'specialty-grade honey-processed beans' and 'clean taste with pleasant acidity'.
Vibe summary describes it as a 'genuine, small-scale farm experience' in the Kona Coffee Belt.
A 'hidden-gem' farm visit that is a destination-feeling experience rather than a quick stop.
We are an award-winning, family-owned Kona coffee farm in Hawaii’s South Kona District, carefully and sustainably crafting estate-grown specialty 100% Kona coffee, since 2013. From seed to cup, we hand-pick, sun-dry, small-batch mill, and artisan-roast every bean on our farm for unmatched quality, freshness, and authentic 100% Kona Coffee flavor, shipped farm-direct to you.
- Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
- Phone
- (808) 987-5277
- Website
- alohastarcoffee.com
- Address
- 88-2734 Honomalino Rd, Captain Cook, HI 96704, USA
Visiting Aloha Star 100% Kona Coffee Farms
What are Aloha Star's hours?
Aloha Star is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Plan your visit for a weekday morning, as the window is short.
What coffee processing methods does Aloha Star use?
They offer three processing methods: classic Washed Kona, their best-selling Honey process, and a Dry/Natural method known for intense, fruity flavor profiles. All are specialty-grade and roasted in small batches on-site.
Does Aloha Star ship beans to the mainland?
Yes, Aloha Star ships directly to the US mainland. Current bean options and ordering details are available at alohastarcoffee.com.
Has Aloha Star won any awards?
Yes — they received a 2023 Good Food Award and have won multiple People's Choice awards at the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival. These recognize their commitment to specialty-grade, small-batch roasting.
Can I visit the farm in person?
Aloha Star is a working farm in Honomalino Acres, South Kona, with limited weekday-morning hours (9 AM–12 PM). It's a purposeful visit rather than a casual drop-in — check their website or call ahead to confirm access before making the drive.
What makes Aloha Star different from other Kona coffee farms?
The farm manages every step from seedling to shipment on their own South Kona estate, using eco-friendly practices and multiple processing styles — including Honey and Dry/Natural — that many farms don't offer. All coffee is 100% estate-grown rather than blended with purchased cherries.