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Bean-to-BarDirect Trade

Manoa Chocolate Hawaii

Kailua, HI · Est. 2010

Aloha aina — Hawaiian estate chocolate from the only US state where cacao grows.

Only US state where cacao grows — true estate/origin chocolate

Hawaiian island-specific single estate bars showcase micro-terroir

Reforestation and sustainability mission tied to Hawaiian agriculture

Overall Score

Flavor82

Maker71

Awards 10

ICA Silver 2018

Academy Silver 2018

Chocolate Alliance Gold x2

Their Bars · 5

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Flavor 84/100

Kona, Hawaii Island 70%

Kona, Big Island, Hawaii

$14 Shop →

Flavor 83/100

Kamananui, Oahu 70%

Kamananui, Oahu, Hawaii

$15 Shop →

Flavor 82/100

Ko'olaupoko, Oahu 70%

Ko'olaupoko, Oahu, Hawaii

$12 Shop →

Flavor 80/100

Kope x Coffee Bar 60%

Hawaii + Kona coffee

$10 Shop →

Flavor 79/100

Pa'akai x Sea Salt 70%

Hawaii

$10 Shop →

Prices reviewed June 2026 — verify on the retailer's site before buying. As an Amazon Associate, JayArr Chocolate earns from qualifying purchases.