If there is one beverage the Hawaiian Islands are known for, it’s coffee. After all, Hawaii is the only American state with land able to grow coffee. And while we love all of the incredible coffee farms you’ll find across the Hawaiian Islands, there is one variety that has become world-famous. Grown in a small section of fertile volcanic soil on Hawaii Island’s Kona coast, Kona coffee is definitely a cut above any coffee you can find, well, pretty much anywhere. And if you want to experience the best of the best, you will plan a visit to the Royal Kona Center. Coffee lovers, this one’s for you.
Nestled in the heart of the Kona Coffee belt on Hawaii Island’s western shore right off the Mamalahoa Highway, the Royal Kona Coffee Center is home to some of the world’s best coffee, phenomenal views, quite a bit of educational fun, and a plethora of Hawaiian souvenirs.
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Not only will visitors learn about coffee production and how it has significantly influenced the local culture, but also taste a variety of coffees until the java jitters set in, and stroll through the gift shop to stock up on fun, locally made souvenirs to take home — whether said home is twenty miles away, on a neighboring island, or the American mainland.
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Don’t forget to take a stroll through the property, where you will find yourself surrounded by natural beauty and the delicious aroma of nutty, chocolatey goodness as the coffee beans are roasted and processed.
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Visit the Coffee Receiving Station where local growers sell their coffee cherries to the miller, the Wet Mill and Tanks where the cherries are processed, and the roaster, where the coffee flavors burst into life.
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Also found on the property is this lava tube lit with twinkle lights that will make you feel as though you’ve found yourself in an otherworldly adventure film…
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…and this enchanting treehouse built high in this majestic mango tree. Embrace your inner child, and don’t forget your camera!
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End your adventure enjoy samples of Kona coffee as well as rum cake and teas while sitting out on the veranda and soaking in the breathtaking views of Kealakekua Bay and the Captain Cook monument.
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Founded more than 50 years ago in 1968, there’s nothing quite like a visit to the Royal Kona Coffee Center. So, what are you waiting for?
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Address: 83-5427 Mamalahoa Highway, Captain Cook, HI, 96704
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The Royal Kona Coffee Visitors Center is open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit their website or follow them on Facebook. Have you ever visited this coffee lover’s destination before? Share your experiences and opinions in the comments below.
Love coffee as much as we do? You’ll want to take this epic coffee road trip across Hawaii Island as soon as possible.
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