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Big Island Coffee Roasters

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Big Island Coffee Roasters; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsBig Island Coffee RoastersHawaii coffee roastersUnited StatesIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
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Big Island Coffee Roasters is an award-winning craft coffee company based in Hawaii that specializes in 100% Hawaiian-grown beans. They operate their own micro-mill and roasting facility, focusing on direct trade relationships with local farmers to showcase the diversity of Hawaiian coffee regions. Beyond traditional whole bean coffee, they are known for their innovative, sustainable coffee products and commitment to regional agricultural development.

Ownership
Big Island Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned company founded by Kelleigh Stewart and Brandon von Damitz.
Founded
2015
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is widely recognized for its award-winning 100% Hawaiian coffees, including rare single-origin offerings from regions like Kona, Kaʻū, and Puna. They are also noted for their innovative product development, such as their coffee-based 'Espresso Bites' and compostable single-serve coffee pouches.
Sourcing countries
United States
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources exclusively from Hawaii, working directly with various family farms across the state. They frequently identify specific farms, such as Hog Heaven Coffee Farm, and highlight regional origins like Kona, Kaʻū, and Puna. Their model involves both milling and roasting coffee from their own farm and neighboring producers.
Notable coffees
  • — Kaʻū Morning Glory
  • — Kona Peaberry
  • — Puna Kazumura
  • — Maui Mokka
  • — Kona Geisha
  • — Barrel Aged Puna
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Big Island Coffee Roasters

These are examples recorded during editorial research. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.

External customer, cafe, marketplace, and class ratings are not comparable measures of the quality of an individual coffee. We do not convert them into original tasting scores or brand-wide star ratings. Our independent reviews are published separately after a coffee has actually been brewed and evaluated.

Verify original product sources

Retailer information: Big Island Coffee Roasters

Documented physical retailers
Big Island Coffee Roasters Hilo Cafe
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand operates its own flagship cafe and roastery in Hilo, Hawaii, where they sell their coffee beans and beverages.
Physical
Documented online sources
Big Island Coffee Roasters's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand sells its full range of roasted-to-order Hawaiian coffees and merchandise directly through its official website.
Website
House of Mana Up
Historical source note (not live inventory): This online marketplace carries a selection of the brand's coffee beans and espresso bites.
Website

I was able to verify the brand's own physical cafe in Hilo and their primary online store, as well as one third-party online retailer; however, the brand's website store locator was not functional during the research period, preventing the verification of additional physical retail partners.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 13, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Big Island Coffee Roasters, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2025-05-25 · Big Island Now
Business Monday: Big Island Coffee Roasters showcase Kaʻū varieties to the world

Big Island Coffee Roasters continues to gain industry recognition for its work in promoting Kaʻū coffee, including achieving a 97-point rating on Coffee Review for its Kaʻū Morning Glory variety. The company, which supports 25 local farmers, is also collaborating with Senator Mazie Hirono to bring Hawaiian coffee to Congress.

2025-03-03 · Barista Magazine
Specialty Coffee in Hawai'i, Part Two: Best Big Island Cafés

Barista Magazine featured Big Island Coffee Roasters as a recommended destination for coffee enthusiasts visiting Hilo. The coverage highlights the roastery's history of awards, including their 2013 Hawai'i Coffee Association Statewide Cupping Competition win, and their diverse menu featuring a 'Hawai'i Coffee Flight.'

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-03. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand identifies as a 'roaster and curator' and mentions working with farmers across the state, the exact percentage of coffee sourced from their own farm versus external partner farms is not explicitly quantified.

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