Paniolo Roasting Tour

Step into the captivating world of Kona Coffee Farms, where you can explore the island’s rich cowboy heritage and discover the art of coffee roasting on our unique tour: ‘Paniolo Roasting.

Paniolo Roasting Experience

  • Experience roasting coffee to your preference in an open skillet with guidance from our expert paniolo roaster (Approx. 45 min).
  • Indulge in unlimited samples of four of our finest coffees.
  • Take home a 4 oz. roast personally named by you.
  • Delight in a specialty coffee sample in the gift store.

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Times

Monday – Saturday at 10:15AM, 12:15PM & 2:15PM

Duration

45 minutes

Limited to Groups of 6 .

Due to the open flame we welcome only 13+ guests for this tour.

About the Experience

Join us at “Paniolo Roasting” for a hands-on adventure that blends the rich traditions of Hawaiian cowboys, or Paniolos, with the art of coffee roasting. This engaging and informative tour is perfect for coffee lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone seeking an authentic Hawaiian experience.

Roasting Your Own Beans

Upon arrival, receive a warm Hawaiian welcome and learn about the coffee roasting process. Our expert guides will provide a selection of premium green coffee beans sourced from our finest plantations. With guidance from our roasting masters, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to roast your beans “cowboy style” – over an open flame or wood fire, reminiscent of the Paniolos’ methods.

Naming and Packaging Your Roast

As your beans reach their desired roast level, get creative and give your roast a special name that reflects its unique flavors and your connection to the island. Once cooled, your coffee will be heat-sealed for freshness, ready to be taken home as a cherished memento of your Paniolo Roasting experience.

Discovering Paniolo Culture

While enjoying the aroma of freshly roasted coffee, our guides will lead you through the history of Paniolo culture on the island. Learn about their traditions, horsemanship, and enduring spirit that have shaped Hawaiian life.

Ideal Pre-Booking

For a personalized and intimate experience, we recommend pre-booking the Paniolo Roasting tour. Limited group sizes ensure individual attention and lasting memories for each guest.

Whether you’re a coffee aficionado or eager to explore Hawaii’s cowboy heritage, the Paniolo Roasting experience offers a memorable blend of flavor and history. Embrace your inner Paniolo, savor the art of coffee roasting, and celebrate the cultural legacy that defines this island. Put on your cowboy hat and boots and reserve your spot now for a Hawaiian adventure like no other! Aloha!

Kona Coffee Farm Tour Reviews

Excellent

4.9 | 1482 Reviews

  • Great tour! Very informative and friendly staff! The Paniolo Roasting Experience was also well executed and we got to take a bag of our own custom roast coffee... read more

    Brent McLaughlin Avatar Brent McLaughlin

    We had a great time!! Our tour guide was so nice, friendly and knowledgeable. We learned a lot and had fun. The tour included walking, some parts were steep so... read more

    Angie Yoder Avatar Angie Yoder

    We did the coffee tour and it was really informative. Bryce was an awesome guide! The location is really heavenly, you can see the coffee plants and the ocean in... read more

    Manav Sanghavi Avatar Manav Sanghavi
  • Worth every penny! Incredible view, excellent hospitality, and fantastic coffee! We did the coffee roasting with Bryce, and had a outstanding time! The unique experience of roasting our own... read more

    Dylan Matwe Avatar Dylan Matwe

    Had a great experience at this picturesque coffee farm over looking Kona pier. The setting is magical, the surroundings are lush and gorgeous, and we had a fantastic tour with... read more

    Miriam Alpern Avatar Miriam Alpern

    Kate was a wonderfully perky tour guide who did a great job teaching us about coffee. Views from the welcome and gift shop area were amazing. Beware of the... read more

    Scott Rasmussen Avatar Scott Rasmussen
  • Rough start. Decent tour. Not a sales gimmick. But not extensive. Compared to some of the pineapple tours I’ve taken this was a mediocre farm tour. But still fun!... read more

    The Jewel Riders Archive Avatar The Jewel Riders Archive

    This was an amazing experience for my wife and 2 young boys! This was our first ever coffee tour and thanks to our awesome tour guide Bryce, we left knowing... read more

    J.B. Westerholt Avatar J.B. Westerholt

    We arrived at the farm on a perfectly, clear day. Just getting out of the car, in the parking lot, the views are to die for! We did... read more

    Imkonacred Avatar Imkonacred

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