Coffee Variety & Process: Kona Typica
This Earth Month, we mālama hōnua (celebrate our Earth island) with farmers who stand out as exceptional stewards of the land.
We're proud to feature, for the first time, organically grown Kona Restoration Coffee. This medium-light Kona Typica comes from a new farm that's wholly dedicated to conservation, soil health and agroforestry.
Located 1,500 feet up the slopes of Mauna Loa volcano above Kealakekua Bay, a passionate couple - Johann and Rivah - with backgrounds in restoration science and policy, put the conservation principles they practice to work on their land.
Ōhiʻa and māmaki are interplanted with Kona Typica and cacao. Beneath the plantings, invasive trees have been uprooted and ground to mulch. Beneath the mulch, the farm is fertilized with nutrient-rich Bokashi, a soil amendment made from macadamia husks, spirulina and fish, whose function is to propagate indigenous microbes and, ultimately, grow strong, abundant, nutritious plants.
By replanting native flora and propagating indigenous microbes, Johann and Rivah have laid the foundation for a healthy, resilient farm - one that grows flavorful fruits without the need for harsh chemical inputs because the ecosystem defends itself.
Once harvested, plump coffee cherries are carried to a raised platform. They tumble down a long chute where they're gravity fed into the pulper, as a means to save energy and use sloped topography to their advantage.
Between their clever jungle engineering and agroforestry practices, you can see why we're fans! We are so proud to mālama hōnua with Kona Restoration Farms this month, share their beautiful coffee and support their plans.
Order | Cost & Carrier | Delivery |
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≤$89 | $8.95 via USPS/FedEx | 6-8 days* |
Over $89 | Free FedEx (USPS if PO Box) | 4-6 days* |
Expedited | $19.95 via FedEx 2Day | 2-4 days** |
* Delivery quote excludes weekends/holidays and is based on fulfillment+delivery times. Does not include delays that are caused by carrier or out of our control.
** Upgraded and expedited shipping may be purchased at the time of checkout. ‘Expedited’ prioritizes your shipment in the queue. Delivery quote excludes weekends/holidays and is based on fulfillment+delivery times.
Orders are roasted Sunday-Friday and shipped Monday-Friday. Roast dates are applied to the bags in your order.
Hawaii to Canada* | Varies based on Territory |
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Up to 1 lb: | $17.29-$18.58 |
2-5 lbs: | $17.35-$25.28 |
6-10 lbs: | $21.84-$29.76 |
11-15 lbs: | $29.14-$44.21 |
16-20 lbs: | $35.76-$48.72 |
21-25 lbs: | $42.95-$55.63 |
26-30 lbs: | $55.07-$70.03 |
31-99 lbs: | $59.63-$125.86 |
100+ lbs: | Email for quote |
De Minimis for Duty |
De Minimis for VAT |
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$150 CAD | $40 CAD |
Hawaii to Germany, United Kingdom* |
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Up to 1 lb: | $17.62 |
2-5 lbs: | $17.64-$25.22 |
6-10 lbs: | $25.67-$29.08 |
11-15 lbs: | $41.44-$50.04 |
16-20 lbs: | $53.98-$58.28 |
21-25 lbs: | $61.46-$62.84 |
26-30 lbs: | $83.21-$88.46 |
31-99 lbs: | $90.07-$165.31 |
100+ lbs: | Email for quote |
De Minimis for Duty | De Minimis for VAT |
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150 EUR | 22 EUR |
135 GBP | 15 GBP |
Hawaii to Japan, South Korea* |
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Up to 1 lb: | $17.64 |
2-5 lbs: | $20.93-$31.81 |
6-10 lbs: | $34.32-$41.56 |
11-15 lbs: | $43.99-$53.74 |
16-20 lbs: | $53.84-$61.03 |
21-25 lbs: | $63.48-$67.64 |
26-30 lbs: | $75.35-$92.33 |
31-99 lbs: | $94.17-$189.94 |
100+ lbs: | Email for quote |
De Minimis for Duty | De Minimis for VAT |
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10,000 JPY | 200,999 JPY |
150,000 KRW** | 150,000 KRW |
** price of goods+shipping cost+insurance |
Hawaii to Australia* *Rural locations may incur additional costs at checkout |
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Up to 1 lb: | $20.70 |
2-5 lbs: | $22.16-$30.40 |
6-10 lbs: | $29.33-$36.40 |
11-15 lbs: | $55.54-$72.31 |
16-20 lbs: | $76.98-$85.37 |
21-25 lbs: | $91.27-$93.29 |
26-30 lbs: | $122.59-$126.73 |
31-99 lbs: | $126.77-$245.34 |
100+ lbs: | Email for quote |
De Minimis for Duty | De Minimis for VAT |
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1000 AUD | None |
* Please note that customs and duties are displayed at checkout. All costs listed are estimates.
Because Espresso Bites are made without stabilizers or preservatives, they may bloom or melt when shipping temperatures exceed 80 F. If this is a concern in your location please select FedEx shipping.
If you notice a white color to your bar, it's perfectly safe to eat. This happens when the cocoa butter softens and migrates to the surface. It happens more often when shipping in warm weather. Learn more about blooming.
Espresso Bites that melt or bloom when shipped via FedEx are eligible for a full refund or credit.
Espresso Bites that melt or bloom when the buyer elects Free Shipping or standard USPS are eligible for a credit.
If your order is incorrect or damaged in any way, please email us at hello@bigislandcoffeeroasters.com with your order number within 7 days of receiving your order.
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