Waipuna Coffee

Nestled in the verdant Puna district of the Big Island, Waipuna Coffee is more than just a farm; it's the passion project of Matias Lopez Vega, a former engineer captivated by nature's allure. Operating from Kapakauaokeola Farm in Kurtistown, Matias, who refers to himself as 'Haku ʻĀina' or master of the land, cultivates coffee with a profound respect for Hawaiian traditions and the unique volcanic terroir. His journey from city life to stewarding this special piece of land in upper Puna infuses every aspect of Waipuna Coffee. The coffee itself is a true expression of its hyper-local Puna origin, a district on the Big Island experiencing a vibrant coffee renaissance. Grown on Kapakauaokeola Farm—land with a layered history from sugar cane to pasture before its current coffee chapter—the beans are said to capture this unique heritage in their flavor. While specific product names aren't detailed, expect to discover authentic Puna coffee, celebrated for its mineral-rich character, balanced acidity, and complex notes of nuts, cacao, citrus, and melon. Matias’s approach, rooted in an 'organic and balanced lifestyle' and a deep connection to Hawaiian 'Mana,' aims to offer a taste of this special place, a 'concoction made and meant for paradise.'

A Coffee Journey, rising through the volcanic soil of the Island, manifested by each individual coffee tree, handled and roasted to perfection