Sourcing from three distinct corners of the Big Island — Kaʻū, Kona, and Puna — in a single operation is genuinely uncommon. Each sits in different microclimates and elevations, and a roaster working across all three gives you a more honest window into what the island can produce than buying from one region and assuming that tells you everything. Based in Kurtistown, in Puna district, they ship both whole bean and ground direct. The whole-bean option is the one worth reaching for — ground coffee loses its best qualities faster than most people realise. As a way into understanding Hawaiian coffee beyond the Kona label, having multiple origins from one roaster is a sensible starting point.
A Coffee Journey, rising through the volcanic soil of the Island, manifested by each individual coffee tree, handled and roasted to perfection
- Phone
- (808) 333-2187
- Website
- waipunacoffee.com
- Address
- 17-4514 Huina Rd, Kurtistown, HI 96760, USA
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Visiting Waipuna Coffee
Where is Waipuna Coffee located?
Waipuna Coffee is at 17-4514 Huina Rd in Kurtistown, in the Puna district on the eastern side of the Big Island. It operates from Kapakauaokeola Farm in upper Puna.
Can I buy beans online and ship to the mainland?
Waipuna Coffee sells beans through waipunacoffee.com. Visit the site to confirm current product availability and mainland shipping options.
Is the farm open for visitors?
No public hours are listed — contact Waipuna Coffee through their website before planning a visit to confirm whether farm tours or on-site pickup are available.
What makes Puna coffee different from Kona?
Puna coffee grows on the Big Island's eastern slope in young volcanic soil with a distinct terroir. Waipuna's beans are described as mineral-rich with balanced acidity and complex notes of nuts, cacao, citrus, and melon — a different flavor profile from the classic Kona style.
Who is behind Waipuna Coffee?
The farm is run by Matias Lopez Vega, a former engineer who left city life to cultivate coffee on Kapakauaokeola Farm. He describes himself as 'Haku ʻĀina' — master of the land — and takes an organic, land-focused approach to growing.
Is Waipuna Coffee organically grown?
The farm operates with an organic and balanced lifestyle philosophy, but certification details are not publicly listed. Check their website for current certification status if that is important to your purchase decision.