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White star-shaped blossoms and glossy green leaves fill a coffee branch in a field.
Three Makapueo Farms 100% Kona coffee pouches labeled Medium Roast, Full City Roast, and French Roast.
Green unripe coffee cherries cluster along leafy branches in bright sunlight.
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Makapueo Farms

A low-key, family-run farm in Captain Cook that's perfect for those who want a nonchalant, authentic experience without the polished tour scripts.

Captain Cook, Big Island Google 4.8 (4 ratings)

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The verdict

Field notes

Hidden gem Chill Tourists

A low-key, family-run farm in Captain Cook that's perfect for those who want a nonchalant, authentic experience without the polished tour scripts. It's genuinely good for a relaxed visit where you can chat with the family and enjoy the atmosphere of a working farm. If you're looking for a high-production, professional tour or a high-end boutique tasting room, this isn't the fit for you today.
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What's unique
nonchalant, family-run farm experience without the polished tour scripts

Plan the stop

What you can do here

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Tour or tasting stop
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Online shop
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Who it suits

Best for

  1. Purposeful outing

    Located in Captain Cook, it's a 'destination' visit for those seeking an authentic farm experience.

  2. Farm tour

    Vibe summary notes it's a 'working farm' where you can 'chat with the family' and 'visit' the farm.

  3. Bean shopping

    As a working farm with a cafe, it's a naturally fit for those buying whole beans.

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The facts

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In their words

The story

Makapueo Farms is a Hawaiian family- and veteran-owned coffee farm rooted in the historic lands of Captain Cook, South Kona. Located on the slopes of Mauna Loa where rich volcanic soil, coastal breezes, and cool upland cloud cover create the perfect growing conditions, we are proud producers of authentic 100% Kona coffee. We manage and processed coffee from over 200 acres throughout the region, harvesting well over a million pounds of raw cherry each year and exporting certified green Kona beans to coffee lovers around the world. But despite our scale, we’ve stayed true to what matters most: caring for the â’áina, honoring tradition, and doing things the right way†–from seed to cup.

Stewards
Kaipo Sheen
Certified
100% Kona
Awards
  • USDA Farmer of the Year

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Photos

White star-shaped blossoms and glossy green leaves fill a coffee branch in a field.
Three Makapueo Farms 100% Kona coffee pouches labeled Medium Roast, Full City Roast, and French Roast.
Green unripe coffee cherries cluster along leafy branches in bright sunlight.
A dense pile of oval coffee beans in cream, tan, and light brown, with a few darker beans.
Three workers in orange shirts load cut branches into a white truck with a mechanical arm amid trees and brush.
Burlap sacks printed Makapueo Farms are stacked on a wooden pallet, each with a white tag.
A soil-stained hand holds ripe red coffee cherries, one still attached to a green stem.
Brown script logo reading Makapueo Farms beside a small owl drawing on a white background.

Common questions

Visiting Makapueo Farms

Does Makapueo Farms offer farm tours?

Yes, tours and tastings are available through their sister company, Menehune Coffee. Check makapueo.com to schedule a visit.

What type of coffee does Makapueo Farms grow?

Makapueo Farms grows 100% Kona coffee on the slopes of Mauna Loa in Captain Cook, partnering with local estates across more than 200 acres of Kona coffee land.

What are Makapueo Farms' hours?

The farm is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.

Do they roast their coffee on-site?

Yes, Makapueo Farms roasts coffee on-farm, offering distinct roast styles including a French Roast and a City Roast.

Can I order Makapueo Farms coffee shipped to the mainland?

Makapueo Farms grows, harvests, and roasts their 100% Kona coffee on-farm in Captain Cook. Shipping and online ordering details are not listed; contact them at makapueo.com to ask about purchasing options.

What sets Makapueo Farms apart from other Kona operations?

The farm carries a multi-generational family legacy and has received a USDA Farmer of the Year award for sustainable land management. They hand-pick only the ripest cherries and use careful wet processing and low-temperature drying throughout production.

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