How to Make Kona Coffee

While there are virtually an infinite number of ways to make a cup of coffee, it often helps to get tips from the ultimate coffee masters. Kona coffee is grown, roasted and processed according to years of Hawaiian expertise and passion for coffee. It only makes sense to take tips from those who are intimate with kona coffee beans when brewing your morning joe.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Kona coffee beans
• Airtight container
• Coffee grinder
• Bottled water
• Method of heating water between 190 and 200 degrees
• Cooking thermometer
• French press

1. Store your Kona coffee in an airtight container and use the beans within three months of purchase. Makers of kona coffee do not recommend storing beans in the refrigerator or freezer, as it can damage the delicate oils when make Kona coffee taste rich and delicious.

2. Grind your beans just before brewing whenever possible to get the fullest flavor. Also, make sure that you choose the right grind for your coffee maker or brewing method.

3. Measure your coffee as recommended by the professionals, scooping 2 heaping spoonfuls of grounds for every cup of coffee you would like to make. Additionally, use pure, bottled water for the best results.

4. Choose the right coffee maker to get an authentic Kona coffee flavor. Kona roasters recommend a machine which will heat water to temperatures between 190 and 200 degrees F. If you have an automatic drip machine, check the manufacturer's instructions for temperatures. For best results, heat your water on the stove top using a thermometer and then brew your coffee in a French press.

Tips & Warnings

• You can use water from the tap if it is filtered; however, always use cold tap water as hot water can loosen debris from the pipes which escape the filter and taint your coffee.
• Never use boiling water to make coffee, as it can burn the grounds.

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