“Brew Your Best Cup”- Coffee Brewing Workshop
Heavenly Hawaiian Coffee Farm • Farm • Holualoa, Island of Hawaii • Hawaii
Premium Coffee Experiences
For the serious coffee aficionado seeking world-class excellence
Written by a Local Coffee Expert
Kalani MillerBest for the Serious Coffee Aficionado
If you're a coffee lover who wants to go beyond basics and understand the art and science of world-class coffee, these tours are for you.
Hula Daddy Kona Coffee
Hula Daddy is the pinnacle of premium, small-batch Kona coffee. They focus relentlessly on quality. Their coffees consistently win awards and receive incredibly high scores from critics. This isn't a high-volume operation. It's a boutique farm for true connoisseurs who want to taste some of the best coffee in the world. The experience is intimate, educational, and unforgettable.
Hula Daddy offers paid, one-hour tours of their orchard and roasting room by reservation only. The tours are small and personal. A guide, often one of the owners or longtime manager, walks you through the orchard. They explain their careful farming practices. You'll then visit the roasting room and end with tasting of their award-winning coffees. This happens on a beautiful, relaxing porch overlooking the plantation. Reviewers consistently praise the guides for being incredibly knowledgeable and passionate.
Why Kalani Loves It:
"Hula Daddy is where you go to understand the difference between good coffee and great coffee. Their attention to detail is obsessive, in the best way possible. You're not just tasting coffee. You're tasting the result of years of dedication to perfection. This is a masterclass in specialty coffee."
The Details:
- Address: 74-4944 Mamalahoa Highway, Holualoa, HI 96725
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (by reservation)
- Cost: $35 per person
- Reservations: Essential. Book well in advance
- Website: huladaddy.com
Kalani's Pro-Tip:
"Ask questions! The guides here are a wealth of knowledge. If the roaster is available, ask to say hello. Their passion is infectious. Don't just sample the brew. You must try their chocolate-covered peaberry coffee beans. They are absolutely life-changing."
UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate
Ueshima Coffee Company (UCC) is a large, professional Japanese-owned estate. It brings global perspective and technology focus to Kona coffee. Their 35-acre farm is beautifully maintained with breathtaking views of Kailua-Kona. This tour is for visitors who appreciate precision, science, and hands-on experience.
UCC offers several excellent paid tours. The standout is their Roast Master Tour. For $50, you get a private, guided experience where a skilled roasting professional teaches you the art of roasting. You then roast your own half-pound of 100% Kona coffee. Design a custom label for your bag and take it home. They also offer a general Estate Tour ($20) and seasonal Harvesting Experience ($30) where you can try hand-picking coffee cherries.
Why Kalani Loves It:
"This is for the person who loves the science and technology behind a perfect cup. Their Roast Master tour is, in my opinion, the best hands-on roasting experience in Kona. The feeling of taking home coffee that you roasted yourself is unbeatable."
The Details:
- Address: 75-5568 Mamalahoa Highway, Holualoa, HI 96725
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Cost: Tours range from $20 to $50
- Reservations: Required for all guided tours
- Website: ucc-hawaii.com
Kalani's Pro-Tip:
"Without a doubt, book the Roast Master tour. It's an incredible value. You get in-depth education and leave with the best possible souvenir from the Kona Coffee Belt. A bag of world-class coffee that you roasted with your own hands."
What Makes Premium Tours Special
👨🏫 Expert Guides
Often led by owners or master roasters with decades of experience. Deep knowledge of every aspect from soil to cup.
🔬 Behind-the-Scenes Access
Visit roasting rooms, cupping labs, and processing areas not available on free tours. See the science behind great coffee.
🏆 Award-Winning Coffees
Taste coffees that have won international competitions and received 90+ scores from coffee critics worldwide.
🤏 Small Groups
Intimate experiences with personalized attention. Ask questions and get detailed answers about every step of the process.
Explore More Coffee Experiences
From historic farms to hands-on workshops, discover the full spectrum of Kona's coffee culture.
💎 Premium Tour Comparison
Hula Daddy
$35 • 1 hour • Award-winning boutique
UCC Estate
$20-$50 • Various • Roast your own
⭐ Premium Includes
- Expert-led tours
- Roasting room access
- Award-winning tastings
- Small group sizes
- Hands-on experiences
- Reservations required
📅 Booking Tips
- Book ahead: 1-2 weeks minimum
- Best days: Weekdays
- Group size: 2-8 people max
- Duration: 1-2 hours
🎯 What to Expect
- Professional cupping sessions
- Roasting demonstrations
- Detailed farming insights
- Take-home souvenirs
