100% Kona Bourbon Pointu Laurina
94 Hula Daddy 100% Kona Bourbon Pointu Laurina Location: Holulaloa, Hawaii Origin: Holualoa, North Kona growing district, “Big Island” of Hawaii Roast: Medium-Light Est. Price: $34.95/8 ounces Review...
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View ArticleThe Search for the Perfect Cup – Pointu Laurina
HULA DADDY – KONA BOURBON POINTU LAURINA April 17, 2016 Coffee Origin: Hawai’i, Kona Coffee Species Arabica Coffee Varietal Bourbon Pointu Laurina Coffee Elevation 2,500 Ft Coffee Farm/ Producers Hula...
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We checked into a boutique hotel recently that advertised a French press coffee in each room. When we got to the room there was a French press, a hot pot and a sealed jar of ground coffee. We tried the...
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