Koa Coffee Kona Natural Medium Roast

Name: Koa Coffee Kona Natural Medium Roast
Brand: Koa Coffee

Most Kona coffee is washed, which is why this one stands out.

Last updated November 4, 2026. Confirm current stock and price at the roaster.

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What the roaster tells us.

Most Kona coffee is washed, which is why this one stands out. Koa dries these cherries whole in the sun so the beans pick up more of the fruit’s sugars, and the roaster says the result has stronger fruit notes and aromas with a smooth, delicate mouthfeel. It’s the same 100% Kona, just processed a different way, so it’s a fun bag to compare side by side with Koa’s washed Private Reserve. It’s a medium roast sold as whole bean in 8 oz and 1 lb bags.

Product details checked 2026-11-04. Roaster descriptions can change between lots. Tasting notes describe sensory impressions, not a guarantee of how your brew will taste.

Where it’s from

Hawaii, Kona

RoasterKoa Coffee

OriginHawaii, Kona

ProcessNatural

RoastMedium

From farm to cup

Where it grew, how it was made, how it’s roasted.

Straight from the roaster’s listing — no guesswork added.

Step 01 · OriginGrown

Hawaii, Kona

Step 02 · ProcessProcessed

Natural

Step 03 · RoastRoasted

Medium

Before you buy

Is it right for you?

You’ll like it if…

You enjoy bright, fruity coffees.
You want a balanced, medium-roast cup that works with or without milk.

The details

Variety: Kona Typica
Producer or farm: Koa Coffee
Bag size: 8 oz bag (1 lb available)
Price: $42.00
Price per ounce: $5.25 per oz

From the roaster’s listing, checked November 4, 2026. Prices change.

About coffee from Kona, Hawaii

Kona coffee is grown on the slopes of the Hualālai and Mauna Loa volcanoes on Hawaii's Big Island. It's one of the few coffees grown in the US and is known for a smooth, mellow cup. Check labels carefully: under Hawaii law a "Kona blend" only needs 10% Kona coffee.

What the process means

In a natural (dry) process, the whole coffee cherry dries in the sun with the fruit still on the bean. That usually gives a heavier body and riper, fruitier flavors like berry and tropical fruit.

How to brew it

Starting recipes for this roast level. Adjust grind and ratio to taste; the roaster’s own guidance always wins.

Method	Coffee	Water	Grind	Water temp	Time
Pour-over Our pick	15 g	250 g	Medium-fine	93°C / 200°F	2:30–3:30
French press	30 g	500 g	Coarse	93°C / 200°F	4 minutes
Cold brew	100 g	800 g	Coarse	Cold water	12–18 hours in the fridge

The people behind this coffee

Meet Koa Coffee

Koa Coffee began as a small family business on Hawaiʻi Island in 1997 and grows its reputation on 100% Kona coffee. Its coffees have won the Gevalia Kona Coffee Cupping Competition and PCCA Coffee of the Year, and Forbes named it the Best Coffee in America in its 50 of America's Best list. Koa says its cherries are picked by hand only when fully red, and the team cups every roast before it ships. Kona coffee grows in one small district on the volcanic slopes of Hualālai and Mauna Loa and makes up less than 1% of the world's coffee, which explains the price.

All Koa Coffee coffees

Espresso starting point

Dial it in

A 1:2 dose-to-yield ratio is a common place to start. Adjust grind and taste — the roaster’s own guidance always wins.

Your dose18 g

In18g

Out36g

Time25–30s

Compare

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Questions

Koa Coffee Kona Natural Medium Roast FAQ

What does Koa Coffee Kona Natural Medium Roast taste like?

Koa Coffee lists tasting notes of fruity, smooth and delicate. It's a medium roast.

Where does Koa Coffee Kona Natural Medium Roast come from?

It comes from Hawaii, Kona. The producer is Koa Coffee.

How is Koa Coffee Kona Natural Medium Roast processed?

The roaster lists the process as natural. In a natural (dry) process, the whole coffee cherry dries in the sun with the fruit still on the bean.

Is Koa Coffee Kona Natural Medium Roast good for espresso?

It can work as espresso. Start around a 1:2 ratio, such as 18 grams in and 36 grams out, and adjust the grind to taste.

What's the best way to brew Koa Coffee Kona Natural Medium Roast?

A good starting point is pour-over: 15 g of coffee to 250 g of water, medium-fine grind, water at 93°C / 200°F, about 2:30–3:30. Adjust to taste.

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Hawaii, Kona · Not specified · Medium

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