Community Voices Declare Akamai Coffee Co. the Unanimous Choice for Maui's Best Coffee Shop and Coffee Roaster in the 2023 MauiTime Best of Maui Awards
KAHULUI, HAWAII, USA, August 1, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ -- Akamai Coffee Co. was voted the Best Coffee Shop and Coffee Roaster on Maui in the annual 2023 MauiTime Best of Maui awards. The MauiTime Best of Maui awards represent a prestigious accolade, as residents and visitors eagerly nominate and vote to recognize outstanding businesses and services across the island. “We are deeply honored to be acknowledged by our community as the premier coffee shop and roaster on Maui,” said Byron Brown, the dedicated owner of Akamai Coffee Co. “This recognition serves as a testament to our devotion to serving the highest quality coffee and the unwavering support of our cherished customers.” Akamai Coffee Co. offers a delightful range of coffee drinks, complemented by a delectable assortment of fresh pastries, snacks, and entrees. Akamai takes great pride in featuring its signature 100% locally grown Maui + Chiapas coffee. This exceptional blend is a harmonious marriage of flavors, bringing together the unique essence of both regions. “Akamai is dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible coffee experience,” Brown added. “We are grateful for the support of our community, and we look forward to many more years of growing, roasting, and serving the best coffee on Maui.” In addition to its award-winning coffee, Akamai Coffee Co. is also known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The company has three locations in Kahului, Wailea, and Kihei, which are popular destinations for locals and visitors alike. About Akamai Coffee Co.: As a family-owned business, Akamai Coffee Co. wholeheartedly embraces the mission to deliver the spirit of aloha globally via its exquisite coffees, that are 100% locally roasted, hand selected coffee beans. With locations in Kahului, Wailea, and Kihei, Akamai offers a delightful mix of coffee drinks, pastries, and snacks. Their Wailea Village location is particularly noted for its award-winning breakfast and lunch, featuring favorites like the acclaimed avocado toast and fresh berries and cream waffle. At Akamai, the customer experience is paramount, and this is reflected in their exceptional customer service and unforgettable coffee. Every cup at Akamai Coffee Co. is brewed with the spirit of Aloha, promising you a memorable taste of Maui. Named Top 20 Essential Maui Restaurants by Eater.Com. First and only Coffee Company Awarded the prestigous 'Aipono Award for Best Coffee by Maui Magazine for the past 3 years. Check the article here: https://www.rochesterfirst.com/business/press-releases/ein-presswire/647475933/akamai-coffee-co-named-best-coffee-shop-and-coffee-roaster-on-maui/
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Akamai Coffee (116 Wailea Ike Dr, Kihei) – Trendy Coffeeshop with Chic, Modern Vibe
The Bottom Line:Located in the Wailea Village Shops in Kihei, Akamai Coffee is a trendy, modern coffee shop offering locally grown coffee, light breakfast and lunch offerings, and a variety of pastries. The spacious, airy café is a great place to start your day with an expertly crafted beverage while taking in serene ocean and golf course views. - The HawaiianIslands.com Local Expert Team Maui is world-renowned for its coffee beans, which are rich in robust flavors, and grown locally all over the island. At Akamai Coffee, they roast their own locally grown beans and use them to craft deliciously fresh and flavorful coffee drinks. Located on Wailea Ike Drive in the Shops at Wailea Village on Maui’s West Coast, you are guided to Akamai Coffee by the intoxicating aroma of roasted coffee beans before you can even see the storefront. Perched on the second floor of the small, outdoor shopping complex, the building presents a sleek, modern façade. Clean wooden paneling covers the building, surrounding glass doors and large windows. A black wooden overhang and black lettering denote the spot. To one side, there is an inviting, covered outdoor seating area, complete with metal tables and chairs, and simple but decorative overhead lamps. Beyond the patio, catch a relaxing glimpse of the ocean and nearby golf courses. Inside, soaring white ceilings and a white counter and coffee bar make the small cafe feel airy and spacious. Huge windows let in plenty of bright, Hawaiian sunlight, which reflects off the polished cement floor. The whole establishment is decorated with a variety of lush, colorful potted plants, giving the area a fresh, comfortable feel. The menu features a variety of beverages and food items. Coffee offerings include brewed coffee, pour-overs, cold brews, a frappe (which is like a coffee-based milkshake,) and several espresso-based drinks, like lattes, cappuccinos, americanos, and café mochas. They also serve matcha, golden milk, Italian sodas, and an assortment of hot and iced teas. To complement your coffee, they offer a small but diverse menu of breakfast and lunch items. Breakfast seekers can choose from new classics like a croissant sandwich, avocado toast, yogurt and granola, and more. Those looking for lunch options can peruse a small selection of soups and salads. For those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth, they have a variety of freshly baked pastries, ice cream sundaes, and affogato. We enjoyed sampling several menu items. Here are a few of our favorites: Latte It may sound simple, but we found Akamai’s traditional latte to be absolutely delicious. The fresh, bold espresso blended brilliantly with the creaminess of the milk to create a warm, flavorful cup of coffee magic. We certainly recommend giving this one a try, no matter what time of day you visit. N.O.L.A. This one’s for you, iced coffee fans. The NOLA cold brew uses a base of New Orleans-style coffee, infused with its signature woody, nutty chicory flavor. Milk, ice, and a perfect amount of sweetness give this refreshing drink a tasty flavor profile you won’t soon forget. Avocado Toast Fresh avocado, spring-mix greens, radish, onion, feta, and extra virgin olive oil are piled on a perfectly toasted piece of dense, sweet bread, reminiscent of banana bread. The unlikely combination of sweet and savory marry to create a totally unique riff on traditional avocado toast. To take it to the next level, add an organic, free-range egg. Croissant Sandwich Guests can choose from ham and cheddar, or turkey and Havarti to fill this expertly constructed sandwich, built on an impossibly buttery and flaky croissant. Upgrade with an egg to make it feel more like breakfast. Neither combination is exactly reinventing the wheel, but there’s something about the simplicity of this sandwich, the perfect blending of familiar flavors, that makes it tasty, satisfying, and memorable. Whether you need a morning pick me up, a relaxing breakfast, or an afternoon snack, Akamai Coffee has something to whet your whistle. Let us know what you liked best! Insider Tips: -Akamai Coffee offers a rotating menu of unique and tasty drink specials. Be sure to ask what specials they’re offering when you stop in. -There is often a line to get into the café. It tends to move quickly, but it’s not uncommon to wait for 10 minutes or more to get to the counter. -The Shops at Wailea Village, where Akamai is located, is a cute, upscale, outdoor shopping area featuring artisan and local shops. After you grab your coffee, you might enjoy strolling through the area. -There is ample parking available, but if you don’t want to drive, Akamai Coffee is located within walking distance of most Wailea area resorts. The fact that Akamai Coffee holds a slew of prestigious coffee awards, continues to expand, and serves arguably the best cup of joe on Maui is no coincidence. The masterminds behind Akamai Coffee are the keepers of quality and are no less than fastidious about the coffee that graces their shop.
100% Maui Coffee At Akamai (which means smart in ʻŌlelo Hawaii), a cup of coffee is the result of an elaborate process, rife with details to ensure the highest possible quality. Akamai serves only 100% Maui coffee- but it wasn’t always this way. Akamai owners Kim and Byron, a husband and wife duo, found that Maui’s beans didn’t always provide the best flavor profile, and for years they struggled to find a Maui coffee that suited their taste. That is until they began roasting Maui coffee themselves. Today, Akamai sources Maui grown coffee and roasts them specifically to bring out the coffee’s subtle flavors. Every detail in the coffee process is held to the highest standards, from the equipment used down to the water quality used for brewing. Today Akamai boasts three locations across the island: a drive-through in the Home Depot parking lot (their initial location that gained them notoriety around Maui), a second small shop across from Times Supermarket on South Kihei Road, and their newest bright location in Wailea Village. Check the article here: https://hawaiicoffee.com/akamai-coffee-co/ |