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Aloha Farms Café, based in Captain Cook, Hawaii, is a vertically integrated coffee and specialty products company that champions Hawaiian agriculture and sustainability. Known for its award-winning 100% Kona coffee, handcrafted honey, macadamia nuts, and artisanal gift boxes, the brand offers a deep connection to Hawaiian soil, heritage, and flavor.

Brief History

Founded by Leonardo Brancher da Veiga, Aloha Farms Café is an extension of Aloha Farms Hawai'i Inc., which has been growing Kona coffee and tropical crops on the Big Island of Hawaii for over a decade. The café and retail brand emerged to connect global consumers with farm-direct Hawaiian products, blending agritourism, e-commerce, and premium gifting into a unified experience.

Core Business

Aloha Farms Café operates as both a producer and exporter of Hawaiian-grown and Hawaiian-made goods. The company maintains direct control over every stage—from cultivation and processing to packaging and international shipping. Its e-commerce platform and café location in Captain Cook serve both retail and wholesale clients worldwide.

Product and Service Offerings

• Coffee

  • 100% Kona Coffee – Medium and dark roast, available as whole beans and grounds
  • Kona Healthy Hapa – Blend of Kona and other highland beans
  • Kona Peaberry – Rare, single-bean varietal with intense flavor
  • Kona Decaf – Naturally decaffeinated Kona beans

• Honey

  • Raw Natural Hawaiian Honey
  • Macadamia-Infused Honey
  • Honey Bear Packaging – Child-friendly and travel-safe

• Macadamia Nuts

  • Natural Macadamia Nuts – Raw, unsalted, Hawaii-grown

• Sea Salt

  • Volcanic Sea Salt, Molokai Coffee Sea Salt, Maui Onion Sea Salt

• Gift Boxes

  • Kope Coffee Gift Box
  • Aina Gift Box
  • Ono Gift Box

• Personal Care Products

  • Kona Coffee Soap, Hawaiian Salve, Kona Coffee Lip Balm

Products are crafted with a focus on natural ingredients, eco-friendly packaging, and authentic Hawaiian tradition.

Specialization and Core USP

Aloha Farms Café’s core strengths lie in:

• 100% Kona Coffee Certification – Sourced and roasted exclusively from the Kona Belt
• Farm-to-Cup Model – No intermediaries, ensuring quality and traceability
• Sustainable Farming – Organic practices, permaculture techniques, pollinator protection
• Multi-Category Hawaiian Specialty Exports – Bridging food, health, and personal care

Their ability to offer diversified, Hawaii-made SKUs under one brand umbrella sets them apart in the growing global demand for authentic regional products.

Financials

While privately held, Aloha Farms Café has exhibited significant growth within the direct-to-consumer and export markets. The company’s online store reports strong year-over-year growth, estimated at 35–40% annually, especially during Q4 gift-giving seasons. Their average order value surpasses $70 USD, aided by bundled gift box offerings and international shipping capabilities.

Shipment Data

According to import-export data from platforms such as ImportYeti:

• Aloha Farms Café exported products to Japan, Canada, South Korea, and Australia in 2023
• Recorded over 90 individual small parcel exports monthly from Q4 2023 through Q1 2024
• Majority of exports were coffee and macadamia-based gift boxes
• Their distribution model includes direct online sales, Amazon listings, and independent gourmet retailers

Target Market

• Gourmet coffee lovers and specialty beverage buyers
• Tourists and expatriates seeking authentic Hawaiian products
• Wellness and clean-label product consumers
• Retailers and boutique gift shops
• International distributors focusing on regional and luxury food categories

Their branding appeals strongly to eco-conscious, experience-driven millennial and Gen X consumers.

Capabilities

• In-house roasting and packaging facility in Hawaii
• Direct-to-consumer e-commerce fulfillment globally
• Farm-based agritourism and educational programming
• Wholesale B2B order management for international clients
• Product development in personal care from coffee and tropical ingredients

Certifications and Compliance Records

• Certified 100% Kona Coffee by Hawaii Department of Agriculture
• FDA compliant food safety standards for all export products
• Bee-friendly and pesticide-limited certification for honey operations
• Actively working towards USDA Organic Certification for selected crops

Customer Testimonials

"The most aromatic, smooth Kona roast I've ever tasted. You can taste the island in every cup." – Verified Buyer, Tokyo, Japan

"Aloha Farms' gift boxes are our go-to for corporate gifting—premium, eco-friendly, and truly Hawaiian." – Retail Partner, Vancouver, Canada

Major Achievements

• Featured by Hawaii Business Magazine as a top specialty exporter
• Selected as a showcase brand for Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
• Recognized in 2024 by Amazon Launchpad for U.S. small business growth
• Built an average 4.9-star rating across over 1,000 verified online customer reviews