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Our Black Friday Special is Running Through December While Supplies Last

When you have guests over to visit this holiday season, serve them piping hot cups of Peaberry coffee. Their taste buds will delight in this rare treat, and your party will be an instant hit. From now until the end of December, Hawaii’s Local Buzz is offering a special on Peaberry beans. Make sure you […]

This Perfectly Indulgent Coffee and Macadamia Nut Meringue Will Blow Your Taste Buds Away

The next time you have guests over to visit, or simply feel like indulging your own cravings, make this drool-worthy macadamia nut recipe. The chewy meringue combines with crunchy nuts and sweet caramel to leave your mouth in awe after every bite. Use high-quality coffee and macadamia nuts from Hawaii’s Local Buzz to create this […]

3 Interesting Ways to Brew Your Coffee

Instead of plugging in your standard drip coffee maker, why not try one of these more interesting ways of brewing coffee? Each brewing method results in a different finished product, accentuating different nuances in the coffee. Here’s a look at three methods to try with our Hawaiian Ka’u coffee. Aeropress This is a super-quick coffee […]

Make Your Own Rich Coffee Liqueur Full of Complicated Flavor

Hawaiian coffee

Coffee liqueur allows you to enjoy the bold taste of coffee in a way that rivals your warm morning cup. By making your own coffee liqueur with Hawaiian Ka’u coffee, you can ensure that your beverage is incredibly flavorful. Follow these instructions to cold-brew your own coffee liqueur: Choose your alcohol. To make a smooth, […]

You Can Make Amazing French Press Coffee With These Tips

Hawaiian coffee

Waking up in the morning is not so tough when you get to start the day with the perfect cup of our Hawaiian Ka’u coffee. If you are interested in brewing your coffee using a method a bit different from the norm, you may want to try using a French Press. Here are some tips to […]

For the Best Coffee, Make Sure You Store It Properly

Hawaiian Ku'a coffee

There’s nothing as soothing as a great cup of coffee in the morning. One of the secrets to the freshest, most flavorful brew is not only choosing the best beans, but storing them carefully. Even the highest quality coffee, including our Hawaiian Ka’u coffee, will not taste its best if you don’t make the effort […]

Delight Your Tastebuds by Adding Coffee to Common Foods

recipes using coffee

If you’re a true coffee lover, one cup in the morning is just not enough! Adding coffee to some of your favorite foods is a great way to enjoy its delicious flavor throughout the day and to ensure that you don’t waste a single drop. There is a secret to using leftover coffee — never leave […]

Grind It Right: Matching Beans to Brewing Method

different styles of coffee

Brewed coffee, drip coffee, espresso, cappuccino – all these different coffee styles and terms, but what do they all mean? You can use the same beans for all of them, but true coffee aficionados are very particular about the types of beans and roasts used for specific coffee drinks. This quick guide can help you differentiate […]

Understanding the Fair Trade Label

US coffee companies that adhere to fair trade

In the world of specialty or gourmet foods, there are certain buzzwords you run into all the time – like organic, sustainable, non-GMO and Fair Trade. The Fair Trade label might be the least understood of these four, but it’s an important one to learn. What does the Fair Trade Label Mean? The Fair Trade label is […]

Drink Your Coffee Like a World Traveler

coffee from around the world

What’s your coffee style? If you’re American, you probably drink about 3.5 cups per day and, if you’re feeling fancy, you might opt for a Cafe Breve. If you’re particular tired, you might order a double shot of espresso. On the other side of the world, Italians are requesting Antoccinos while in Hong Kong baristas […]