{"product_id":"kona-tropical-punch-espresso","title":"Kona Tropical Punch Espresso","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1knxzv1\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"30\"\u003eKona Tropical Punch Espresso\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"194\"\u003eA vibrant, fruit-forward expression of 100% Kona coffee, roasted specifically for espresso while preserving the tropical fruit character that defines this coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eOrigin: North Kona, Hawai‘i\u003cbr data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"226\"\u003eRoast: Espresso Roast\u003cbr data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"250\"\u003eVarieties: Typica, SL34, Geisha\u003cbr data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"284\"\u003eProcess: Washed with yeast fermentation\u003cbr data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"326\"\u003eFlavor: Passionfruit, dried mango, jasmine, white grape\u003cbr data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"384\"\u003eBody: Creamy, full\u003cbr data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"405\"\u003eAcidity: Bright, juicy\u003cbr data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"430\"\u003eCoffee Review Score: 96 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rzkdgm\" data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eKona Tropical Punch Espresso showcases a different side of modern Kona coffee—one designed specifically for espresso preparation while preserving the vivid fruit character that made the original roast profile so distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eProduced from small seasonal lots and roasted with additional development, this version offers greater sweetness, body, and solubility for espresso applications while retaining the tropical fruit and floral complexity that define the coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eThe result is an exceptionally expressive espresso with remarkable aromatic intensity and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"11kwdip\" data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003eSourced from select farms in Hōlualoa, North Kona, this coffee is grown between approximately 1,600 and 2,500 feet on the western slopes of Hualālai. The combination of elevation, mineral-rich volcanic soil, and cooling trade winds slows cherry maturation, supporting higher sugar development and layered acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eThis lot brings together three varieties—Typica, SL34, and Geisha—chosen for their complementary structure, sweetness, and aromatic potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gcdsuc\" data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Roast Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eThis coffee undergoes a yeast-fermented washed process, where selected yeast strains guide fermentation after pulping, enhancing fruit expression while maintaining the cleanliness and transparency of a washed coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eFor this espresso profile, roast development is extended beyond our filter roast version to improve sweetness, body, and extraction performance while preserving the coffee's vibrant fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eThe goal is not to mute the acidity or aromatics, but to create a more balanced and expressive espresso experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1w55tl4\" data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2093\"\u003eCup Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003eAs espresso, expect an intensely aromatic cup with notes of passionfruit, dried mango, jasmine, white grape, honeyed black tea, and candied lime zest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003eThe body is creamy and full, while the finish is fruit-saturated, vibrant, and exceptionally persistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003eIn milk drinks, the profile shifts into a softer and more expansive expression with flavors reminiscent of tropical punch, vanilla cream, and fresh florals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eCompared to our Kona Tropical Punch filter roast, this version offers greater body, sweetness, and espresso performance while maintaining the coffee's signature tropical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eThis coffee also works well for cold brew and for pour-over where the profile shifts more towards dried fruit and berries than our filter roast of the Kona Tropical Punch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1e4wki5\" data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003eAcclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2793\"\u003eIn 2026, Coffee Review awarded Kona Tropical Punch Espresso 96 points, describing it as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003e\"Vibrant, layered, arrestingly aromatic.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"3045\"\u003eThe review highlighted notes of passionfruit, dried mango, jasmine, white grape, honeyed black tea, and candied lime zest, praising its creamy mouthfeel, fruit-saturated finish, and remarkable persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3223\"\u003eCoffee Review further noted the coffee's exceptional performance in cappuccino preparation, where tropical fruit, vanilla cream, and floral notes emerged with striking clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ssbvy5\" data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3251\"\u003eBrewing Recommendations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3267\"\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3269\" data-end=\"3327\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"aatqwm\" data-start=\"3269\" data-end=\"3279\"\u003eEspresso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12by31z\" data-start=\"3280\" data-end=\"3292\"\u003eCappuccino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r9653k\" data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003eFlat White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"68cxxk\" data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3315\"\u003eCortado\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14swr09\" data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3327\"\u003eAmericano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3329\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003eFor espresso, we recommend a brew ratio of approximately 1:2 to 1:2.5 and extraction times in the 28–35 second range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"w65gse\" data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003eWho This Coffee Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3693\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16qwlnp\" data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3529\"\u003eEspresso drinkers seeking a fruit-forward experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18vcq45\" data-start=\"3530\" data-end=\"3573\"\u003eFans of modern competition-style espresso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b29ksm\" data-start=\"3574\" data-end=\"3625\"\u003eThose who enjoy tropical fruit and floral coffees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1400env\" data-start=\"3626\" data-end=\"3693\"\u003eCoffee enthusiasts looking for a unique expression of Kona coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3695\" data-end=\"3808\"\u003eIf you prefer more traditional chocolate-forward espresso profiles, consider Espresso Classico or Espresso Nuevo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"jhqlqw\" data-start=\"3810\" data-end=\"3839\"\u003eWhy This Coffee Stands Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3841\" data-end=\"3926\"\u003e96-Point Coffee Review Score\u003cbr data-start=\"3869\" data-end=\"3872\"\u003eOne of the highest-rated Kona espressos ever reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3928\" data-end=\"4049\"\u003eDesigned Specifically for Espresso\u003cbr data-start=\"3962\" data-end=\"3965\"\u003eRoasted with additional development for sweetness, body, and extraction performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4051\" data-end=\"4154\"\u003eThree Exceptional Varieties\u003cbr data-start=\"4078\" data-end=\"4081\"\u003eTypica, SL34, and Geisha contribute complexity, aromatics, and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4156\" data-end=\"4252\"\u003eYeast-Fermented Washed Process\u003cbr data-start=\"4186\" data-end=\"4189\"\u003eEnhances fruit expression while preserving clarity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4254\" data-end=\"4346\"\u003e100% Kona Coffee\u003cbr data-start=\"4270\" data-end=\"4273\"\u003eProduced exclusively from Kona-grown coffee and roasted fresh in Hawai‘i.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1h008w0\" data-start=\"4348\" data-end=\"4375\"\u003eExplore Our Kona Coffees\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4479\"\u003eLooking for a different expression of Kona coffee? Explore more coffees in our Kona Coffee Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4481\" data-end=\"4517\"\u003ePrefer a brighter filter experience?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4519\" data-end=\"4660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4519\" data-end=\"4556\"\u003eKona Tropical Punch — Light Roast\u003c\/strong\u003e — our original filter-focused roast profile highlighting maximum acidity and tropical fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4662\" data-end=\"4705\"\u003eLooking for a more classic Kona experience?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4707\" data-end=\"4819\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4707\" data-end=\"4730\"\u003eKona Classic Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e — balanced, sweet, and approachable with notes of macadamia, chocolate, and brown sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paradise Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"4oz \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":51746122891554,"sku":"tropical-espresso-4","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12oz \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":51746122924322,"sku":"tropical-espresso","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2LB \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":51746122957090,"sku":"tropical-espresso-32","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7057\/files\/tropical-punch-espresso.jpg?v=1780956635","url":"https:\/\/paradiseroasters.com\/products\/kona-tropical-punch-espresso","provider":"Paradise Coffee Roasters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}