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Record Breaking Coffee Harvest
Standing in our orchard, we predicted this years coffee harvest was going to be one for the record books. With about two more months of coffee harvesting left, it turns out we were correct. Including those unpicked cherries we will have produced a record breaking coffee harvest this season. Our former record was set in the 2004 - 2005 season. This record breaking harvest came just in time, replenishing a dwindling supply of our popular organic coffee.
As many of you Kona coffee lovers may have heard, the coffee beetle was discovered on Hawaiian coffee farms. This pest, most notably in the Kona region of the Big Island, is far from an epidemic. We can assure you that quality Kona coffee is still being produced. Blair Estate farm is still beetle free and we would like to thank everyone for their concerns. To learn more about the coffee beetle discovery in Hawaii, please visit our blog: http://www.coffeetimes.com/blog |
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A Nicaraguan Cigar Expedition
This Fall, Operations Manager Tai Erum spent six weeks in Estili, Nicaragua. The famous tobacco town provided Tai with a rare glimpse into one of the world's most secretive industries. Here, he shares a little of his Nicaraguan experience:
"After getting over the initial culture shock, I was really able to focus my attention on absorbing all the information I could from masters of the industry. Most of the wonderful people I was able to learn from have been involved in the production of cigars, in one form or another, for most of their lives. It was a trip where I got to learn everything about cigars, literally from seed to the final premium hand rolled cigar. The trip was split into phases. The first two weeks were spent on the farms, the second two weeks I visited all of the various processing facilities and the final two weeks were spent in cigar rolling factories where I received one on one instruction from master cigar rollers. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience! I am glad to be back in paradise where I am able to apply my knowledge to creating a better product and experience for our customers. A big thanks to premium cigar factory owner, Victor Calvo. Another huge thanks goes to Victor's son, Victor Calvo Jr., who not only was a good sport with the translations but also became a friend." -Tai Erum
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Blair Estate Farm Tours
Our comprehensive journey provides guests with a real look into the operations of an organic coffee and cigar farm. We invite guests to enjoy a bottomless cup of organic coffee as our expert guide takes them on a leisurely tour of our orchards. Tropical birds and mountain vistas add to the wonder of Kaua`i as guests learn what it takes to go from seed to a pound of perfectly roasted coffee or premium hand-made cigars. Guests will also see cacao (chocolate), lychee, citrus, mango, and avocado trees on our tropical grounds. We recently planted vanilla vines and are really excited to start seeing vanilla beans! The tour culminates back at the gift shop that also houses our roaster. Since we roast 100% Kona coffee of multiple classifications, guests who are now armed with knowledge and appreciation pick the next variety for their bottomless cup of coffee. With coffee in hand we describe how we hand-craft our world class cigars. Going through the entire mechanical process, we wrap up with a cigar rolling demonstration and give adult guests a complimentary cigar. We can't imagine a better way to start your morning. Mahalo to everyone who has visited us so far. With such positive feedback from previous guests we can confidently offer a 100% money back guarantee for anyone who isn't completely satisfied. For more information on our tours, please visit our Blair Estate website: http://www.blairestatecoffee.com/farmtours.html
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