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Rooted in Legacy, Grown with Aloha
From humble beginnings on the slopes of Kona to award-winning coffee estates, Buddha’s Cup is a true family venture fueled by passion, purpose, and pride. Meet the people behind the beans, explore our journey, and discover what makes our ohana so special.
Buddha’s Cup began with one farm and a dream — to share the spirit of aloha through exceptional Kona coffee. Today, our family-run Buddha’s Sanctuary nurtures five estate labels across 80+ acres, all grown in harmony with the land. From seed to cup, we’re committed to a thriving, biodiverse ecosystem and a tradition of excellence that goes far beyond coffee.
Our Buddha’s Cup family cultivates 100% High Mountain Grown Kona Coffee and Tea on the Big Island of Hawai‘i. What began as a single farm has grown into a sanctuary of five award-winning estates, each rooted in our deep respect for the land and our commitment to quality from seed to cup.
We’re stewards of a biodiverse ecosystem, guided by family values, sustainable practices, and the spirit of aloha.
Come visit us and experience it firsthand with a one-of-a-kind tour of our Five-Farm Plantation Visitor Center, where you can walk the land, meet the team, and taste the difference that heart and heritage make. Don’t forget to explore and shop our full selection of estate coffees, teas, and more online.
At Buddha’s Sanctuary, we take pride in crafting world-class Kona coffee, but true excellence takes more than passion. That’s why we rely on certified Q Graders—the coffee industry’s gold standard for sensory evaluation. These experts assess every harvest for flavor, balance, and aroma to ensure each bean meets the highest standards. Guided by expertise and a commitment to quality, we deliver an extraordinary coffee experience from seed to cup.
From Kona Cupping wins to global medals, our estate coffees have earned top honors year after year for taste, quality, and craftsmanship.
14 1st Place Awards
Kona Cupping Hall of Fame
2nd Place Awards = 9
Across Kona Cupping, AVPA Silver Medals, HCA District awards, etc.
3rd Place Awards = 9
Chef’s Choice, Kona Cupping, World Coffee Challenge, and HCA awards
8 AVPA Medals
2x Gold 4 x Silver 3x Bronze (one brand won both Silver & Bronze in same year)
8 AVPA Medals
2x Gold 4 x Silver 3x Bronze (one brand won both Silver & Bronze in same year)
Recognized For Excellence
Since 2004, Buddha’s Cup and its family of farms - Imagine 100% Kona, Kona Gold, and Kona Kulana have received over 60 prestigious awards and honors for coffee quality, taste, and presentation.
14 1st Place Awards
Kona Cupping Hall of Fame
2nd Place Awards = 9
Across Kona Cupping, AVPA Silver Medals, HCA District awards, etc.
3rd Place Awards = 9
Chef’s Choice, Kona Cupping, World Coffee Challenge, and HCA awards
6 Certificates of Excellence
Hawaii Coffee Association & AVPA
8 AVPA Medals
2× Gold
4× Silver
3× Bronze (one brand won both Silver & Bronze in same year)
3 International Awards
at the World Coffee Challenge – Spain
List of awards:
Gold Awards (14 total)
2009 – 1st Place – 100% Kona Coffee – Buddha’s Cup
2010 – 1st Place – Kona Crown Competition – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2011 – 1st Place – Kona Crown Competition – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2013 – 1st Place – Kona Crown Competition – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2014 – 1st Place – Chef’s Choice – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2014 – 1st Place – Chef’s Choice – Buddha’s Sanctuary
2016 – 1st Place – Chef’s Choice – Kona Gold
2016 – 1st Place – Kona Cupping Competition – Buddha’s Cup
2018 – 1st Place – Kona Cupping Competition – Buddha’s Cup
2019 – Gold Medal – AVPA Paris – Kona Kulana
2019 – 1st Place – Kona Crown Competition – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2022 – 1st Place – World Coffee Challenge – Spain – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2023 – Gold Medal – AVPA Paris – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2023 – 1st Place – Kona Crown Competition – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
Silver Awards (9 total)
2007 – 2nd Place – Kona Coffee Cupping – Buddha’s Cup
2009 – 2nd Place – 100% Kona Coffee – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2011 – 2nd Place – Kona Cupping Competition – Buddha’s Cup
2017 – 2nd Place – Chef’s Choice – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2021 – 2nd Place – World Coffee Challenge – Spain – Kona Gold
2022 – Silver Medal – AVPA Paris – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2023 – Silver Medal – AVPA Paris – Buddha’s Cup
2023 – Silver Medal – AVPA Paris – Kona Kulana
2023 – Silver Medal – AVPA Paris – Kona Gold
Bronze Awards (3 total)
2021 – 3rd Place – World Coffee Challenge – Spain – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2023 – Bronze Medal – AVPA Paris – Kona Kulana
2023 – Bronze Medal – AVPA Paris – Kona Gold
Certificates of Excellence (6 total)
2019 – Certificate of Excellence – AVPA Paris – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
2019 – Certificate of Excellence – Hawaii Coffee Association – Buddha’s Cup
2019 – Certificate of Excellence – Hawaii Coffee Association – Kona Kulana
2022 – Certificate of Excellence – AVPA Paris – Buddha’s Cup
2023 – Certificate of Excellence – AVPA Paris – Kona Kulana
2023 – Certificate of Excellence – AVPA Paris – Buddha’s Cup
Hall of Fame Recognitions (3 total)
2019 – Hawaii Coffee Association Hall of Fame – Buddha’s Cup
2020 – Hawaii Coffee Association Hall of Fame – Kona Kulana
2021 – Hawaii Coffee Association Hall of Fame – Imagine 100% Kona Coffee
Meet Our CQI Certified Q Graders
Meet our Operations manager Justin Olson and Business manager Shamira Linnett, who just earned their CQI Certified Q Graders certificates!
With certified Q Graders now on site evaluating coffee quality at every stage of production we guarantee only exceptional specialty coffee in your cup.
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