51% Kona Blend

$39.95

The New Standard of Kona

For decades, “Kona Blend” meant just 10% real Kona coffee — the bare legal minimum, padded with filler beans and flat flavor. That’s no longer acceptable.

Our 51% Kona Blend sets a new benchmark: more than half real Kona beans, matched with a carefully selected supporting origin. The result is smooth, balanced, and true to Kona’s buttery clarity — a blend that finally delivers on the promise of Hawaii’s most celebrated coffee.

  • Item Weight: 1 lb.

  • Roast: Medium

  • Selection: Proprietary (51% Kona, 49% Single-Origin)

  • Handling Time: Roasted Fresh to Order (1–3 Business Days)

  • Form: Whole Bean

The New Standard of Kona

For decades, “Kona Blend” meant just 10% real Kona coffee — the bare legal minimum, padded with filler beans and flat flavor. That’s no longer acceptable.

Our 51% Kona Blend sets a new benchmark: more than half real Kona beans, matched with a carefully selected supporting origin. The result is smooth, balanced, and true to Kona’s buttery clarity — a blend that finally delivers on the promise of Hawaii’s most celebrated coffee.

  • Item Weight: 1 lb.

  • Roast: Medium

  • Selection: Proprietary (51% Kona, 49% Single-Origin)

  • Handling Time: Roasted Fresh to Order (1–3 Business Days)

  • Form: Whole Bean

Understanding What Makes 51% Kona Different

Most blends labeled “Kona” contain only 10% authentic Kona coffee — just enough to use the name, but rarely enough to capture its essence. That’s why many taste thin, flat, or disappointing.

Our 51% Kona Blend was designed to raise the bar. With more than half genuine Kona beans — the same rare cut used in our 100% Kona Coffee (Private Reserve) — this is a Kona-forward experience. The result is a cup with real depth, balance, and the unmistakable buttery sweetness that defines world-class Kona. If 10% blends left you unimpressed, this is the one that changes your mind.

Brewing Recommendations

To bring out the blend’s Kona-forward character:

  • Ratio: 1:15.5 to 1:16 (e.g., 20g coffee : 310–320g water)

  • Water Temp: ~200°F (93.5°C), filtered

  • Grind Size: Medium to medium-fine (slightly finer than sea salt)

  • Method: V60 or Chemex for clarity; French press or high-quality drip with metal filter for depth

  • Brew Time: ~3 to 3½ minutes

Pro tip: Begin with a bloom pour (double the weight of coffee in water) for 30–45 seconds to release CO₂, then continue in steady stages. This blend rewards patience and precision, yielding a cup that highlights Kona’s buttery smoothness, supported by complementary origins for a finish that’s quietly unforgettable.