KonaRed: A Unique Pleasure

KonaRed is a company I have had my eye on for quite some time. I was pleased to find out their products were being sold in my local grocery store. Being the consummate coffee reviewer I am, I couldn’t invest in the product without trying it first. I resisted the urge to contact them right away. I don’t know what it is but there’s something intimidating about contacting a company that's sold in the grocery store. I finally got over my fears and sent them a message. To my surprise they replied and it was copacetic from then on.

I had the pleasure of trying out all three varieties of KonaRed’s cold brew: Hawaiian Vanilla, Espresso, and Original. Due to my passion for strong coffee, I gravitated to the Espresso variety and was instantly impressed. There was something about this coffee that I couldn’t put my finger on and I liked it. Like many times before, I found myself down to my last bottle, which sits in my fridge as we speak. I don’t want to take it out because I know what will happen. I will drink it in the blink of an eye and it will be gone, leaving me with only fond memories of this coffee.

With the word kona in the name, I was hoping that KonaRed would carry some of the stuff. I could hardly contain my joy when I found out that they did. I would be honored if they would be willing to participate in my kona profiling project on here. If their cold brew is any indication, I know that their kona coffee will be the highest level of quality.

As I close out each of these reviews, I’m filled with a feeling of dread. I have enjoyed talking to this company and their products are top notch. I don’t want it to end when I click the post button. If that's how it has to be, I will accept this fate. I will have fond memories of the strong and fruity blends they produced as well as yet another product that makes me enjoy flavored coffee.

http://thecoffeeencyclopedia.blogspot.com/2016/09/konared-unique-pleasure.html

By: Katherine Pendrill - Sep 5, 2016

From functional waters to naturally sweetened juices, the September 2016 beverage trends reveal a clear emphasis on healthier drink options. Indeed, the sugary sodas and energy drinks of the past are currently being replaced by a new breed of healthy beverage alternatives.

One of the biggest shifts in the beverage industry has been the rise of functional waters and sparkling waters. As the September 2016 beverage trends reveal, consumers are eagerly turning towards products such as birch tree waters, waters infused with goji berries and fruit-flavored seltzers.

Beyond functional waters, consumers are also looking for more natural versions of sugar-rich beverages such as soda and energy drinks. As a result, beverage brands are increasingly using natural sweeteners such as raw sugarcane and stevia instead of sugar.

http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/september-2016-beverage

Recently I partnered with Kona Red, a Hawaiin Coffee company and the pioneer of the USA Grown, Hawaiian Coffee Fruit. The company utilizes the highest quality Coffee and Coffee Fruit from Kona, Hawaii. And lucky for me, they are based out of my hometown, San Clemente, California! I was thrilled when I discovered they were right around the corner, because I'm passionate about finding new local brands, shops, and products so this partnership was a perfect fit!

Kona Red has three award winning Cold Brew Coffee varieties: Original, Espresso, and Vanilla. Each variety posseses it's own unique flavor, and it's the perfect refreshment during the summer when I need a caffiene boost on the go! My personal favorite is the Vanilla Cold Brew--it has the vanilla flavor we all know and love, as well as a subtle sweetness, so that I don't need to add any cream! And, I am a girl who likes cream in her coffee.

They also have Antioxidant Juices and 100% Hawaiian Coffee Fruit Powders. The Hawaiian Superfruit Antioxidant Juice is delicious! It contains the coffee fruit (say what?!). I just learned that the coffee fruit is the fruit that surrounds the coffee bean. Each bottle of juice has the Hawaiin Coffeeberry, natural caffeine, as well as nutrients. This beverage was a completely new experience for me, and I can honestly say I enjoy it! It has such a unique burst of juice flavor that it makes my morning truly refreshing. All I have to say, is thank you Kona!

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