Roaster·Tours

Kaʻū Coffee Mill

A great stop for those exploring the southern Big Island, especially if you want to explore the range of Ka'u coffee's unique flavor profiles through their generous free samples and informative farm tours.

96-2694 Wood Valley Rd, Pahala, HI 96777, USA
Kaʻū Coffee Mill
Pahala, Hawai'i
At the counter
Open now
9:00 AM  4:00 PM
To take home
Beans for sale
Character
Production roaster
The verdict/Production roaster·Chill·Locals + tourists

A great stop for those exploring the southern Big Island, especially if you want to explore the range of Ka'u coffee's unique flavor profiles through their generous free samples and informative farm tours. It's a perfect spot to stock up on flavored beans and local treats like coffee-infused chocolate. If you're looking for a high-touch, boutique tasting experience or a consistent, friendly greeting at the counter, you might find the fit a bit off today.

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Field notes
Which one is this?

the rural mill experience — go here for the tour and samples, skip the bustling Kona town branch

Where it isrural setting tucked among macadamia nut forests
What's uniquefree farm tours and generous coffee sampling stations
Receipt — the facts
SizeSpacious
spacious and roomy interior with outdoor pavilion
WaitWalk right up
SettingRoadside
ParkingFree parking
Wi-FiNo
Outdoor seatingYes
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The story

Kaʻū Coffee Mill is more than just a coffee farm—it's a living expression of our values, heritage, and deep love for Hawaiʻi. Located in the Kaʻū region on the southern slopes of Mauna Loa, our farm is nestled in one of the most pristine, remote, and agriculturally rich areas in the world. We are farmers, roasters, and storytellers with a shared purpose: to grow and craft some of the finest coffee on Earth while honoring the ʻāina (land) that sustains us. With every harvest, we uphold generations of Hawaiian agricultural tradition, blending it with innovative and sustainable farming methods. We use clean hydroelectric power, organic composting, and hands-on processing to create a product that's as respectful to the land as it is extraordinary in taste. Kaʻū Coffee Mill was founded with a vision to revive and celebrate the rich agricultural legacy of the Kaʻū region on Hawaiʻi Island. What began as a passion project in the early 2000s has blossomed into a thriving, community-driven operation dedicated to producing some of the world's most distinctive coffees. Built on former sugarcane land, the mill was established to create opportunities for local farmers, provide sustainable jobs, and showcase the unique potential of Kaʻū-grown coffee.

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Hours
  • Monday: 9:00 AM  4:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM  4:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM  4:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM  4:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM  4:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM  4:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM  4:00 PM
Amenities
Outdoor seating · Free parking
Address
96-2694 Wood Valley Rd, Pahala, HI 96777, USA
Tours available

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