The Hawai‘i Coffee Book: A Gourmet’s Guide from Kona to Kaua‘i
Written by our dear friend and local coffee expert, Dr. Shawn Steiman, join the exploration of Hawai‘i’s unique landscapes, people, and traditions shape every cup of coffee. This newly revised guide dives into the islands’ diverse growing regions and the collaborative work of farmers, roasters, baristas, and consumers who bring Hawai‘i’s coffee to life.

With accessible discussions on quality, sustainability, and specialty coffee, The Hawai‘i Coffee Book connects local history to global coffee culture, showing how Hawai‘i serves as a model for transparent, community-driven coffee production. This book is a true depiction of how Hawai‘i illuminates the coffee supply chain! 

About the Author
Dr. Shawn Steiman is a coffee scientist, educator, and founder of Grok Coffee. A proud University of Hawai‘i and Oberlin alumnus, Shawn has spent his career exploring every facet of coffee through research, writing, and hands-on collaboration with Hawai‘i’s coffee community. A dear friend and longtime mentor to Pacific Coffee Research, he continues to inspire our shared commitment to curiosity, quality, and connection through coffee.

Find him on Saturday’s brewing coffee from some of Hawai‘i’s best roasters in the Grok Coffee pop-up at the Kaka‘ako farmer’s market in Honolulu.