Vanilla Macadamia is a hugely popular flavored coffee in Hawaii.
Hawaiian coffee is known for its tropical style—adding various flavors to the beans’ natural aroma.
Among these, Vanilla Macadamia pairs best with coffee and has become especially popular.
Because it alters the taste of the coffee, purists may see it as unorthodox, but the sweet, fragrant coffee that fills the air is a unique part of Hawaiian culture.
Our Vanilla Macadamia aroma was developed over more than two years—a carefully refined recipe!
It offers a relaxed, seaside feel—like a moment of calm by the shore.
Blends that Highlight the Vanilla Macadamia Aroma
The defining feature of Vanilla Macadamia is how its very sweet aroma gently fills the space.
Because of that aroma, many assume the coffee itself is very sweet, but we do not add sweetening elements to our flavoring components.
A very sweet scent tricks the brain into perceiving the coffee as sweet.
That effect is intentional and is the best way to preserve the coffee’s natural taste.
The bean blend used for Vanilla Macadamia is formulated to prioritize balance rather than emphasizing acidity, bitterness, sweetness, or aroma.
This makes it easier to showcase the Vanilla Macadamia aroma and results in a high-quality product without relying on harsh chemical enhancers.
Aroma Strength and Coffee Flavor Balance
There is a reason it took more than two years to develop the Vanilla Macadamia aroma.
If we emphasize the Hawaiian scent and increase the flavoring, the coffee becomes cheap-tasting and artificial.
If we prioritize the coffee flavor and reduce the flavoring, the aroma disappears and only harsh or off-flavors remain.
Therefore, we had to pursue the approach: keep a subtle aroma while maintaining rich coffee flavor.
After much trial and error, we arrived at the ideal percentages and recipe.
It’s a versatile flavor that works black or with milk, so we hope you enjoy it generously!
Five-Point Ratings for Vanilla Macadamia
| Item | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | Mild (★★☆☆☆) | Tamed by the flavor. |
| Bitterness | Gentle (★★☆☆☆) | Bitterness is subtle. |
| Sweetness | Sweet (★★★★☆) | Natural, pleasant sweetness. |
| Umami | Balanced (★★★☆☆) | A solid sense of substance. |
| Body | Balanced (★★★☆☆) | Easy-to-drink body. |
| Aroma | Fragrant (★★★★☆) | A refined sweet aroma—not overpowering. |
| Aftertaste | Good (★★★★☆) | Cleanses the palate without heaviness. |
| Caffeine | Balanced (★★★☆☆) | Well extracted. |
| Antioxidant Power | Balanced (★★★☆☆) | Average, typical level. |
Product Details for Vanilla Macadamia
| Name | Vanilla Macadamia |
| Net Weight | 7 oz (198 g) |
| Bean Type | Ground, Whole bean |
| Dimensions | 9 × 5.5 × 25 cm |
| Weight | 0.25 kg |
| Price | ¥1,780 (tax included) |
| EAN Code | 4595555098115 (ground), 4595555098122 (beans) |
| URL | Product page |
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