Coffee Press Features

Yeast Fermentation Elevates Hawaiian Coffee at Isla Auction

At the Isla Hawaii Private Collection Auction, hosted by The Alliance for Coffee Excellence (ACE), 12 of 16 winning coffees used yeast fermentation to enhance flavour and consistency. The top lot, a washed SL34 inoculated coffee from Kona Farm Direct, showcased tropical notes proving yeast is a powerful tool in specialty coffee innovation.

Published Apr 9, 2021 | Updated May 19, 2025