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Kauai Roastery

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Kauai Roastery; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsKauai RoasteryHawaii coffee roastersUnited StatesBrazilColombiaIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
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Kauai Roastery is a family-run business based in Hanapepe that focuses on small-batch, artisan-roasted coffee. They offer a curated selection of 100% Hawaiian estate coffees alongside various global origins and signature blends. The company emphasizes sustainable sourcing and roasting to order to ensure freshness and highlight unique regional flavor profiles.

Ownership
Kauai Roastery is an independent, family-owned and operated business. The Loero family has been involved in the coffee industry for three generations.
Founded
1935
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Specializing in small-batch, artisan-roasted Hawaiian estate coffees, particularly 100% Kauai-grown coffee from the Kokee highlands.
Sourcing countries
United States · Brazil · Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand identifies specific farms for its Hawaiian offerings, such as Kokee Farms for its 100% Kauai coffee. For global and other estate coffees, they source from various regions but do not consistently publish specific farmer names for every global origin.
Notable coffees
  • — 100% Kauai (Kokee Farms)
  • — 100% Kau, Hawaii Island
  • — 100% Maui
  • — Pakala (Dark Roast Blend)
  • — Espresso Blend
  • — Toddy Blend
In the news

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

2026-09-25 · Kope Maps
Kauai Roastery says it is open and roasting

The Hanapepe-based roastery announced in late September 2026 that it is currently open and roasting coffee twice a week. This update provides operational clarity for local consumers and visitors interested in the brand's small-batch production.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-20. 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 mentions a founding date of 1935, it is unclear if this refers to the current entity or the family's historical involvement in the coffee industry.

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