Is Menehune Your Favorite Coffee Shop?
Vote in Hawaiʻi Magazine’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Great news! The Hawaiʻi Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards are officially underway for 2026, and local favorites across the islands are in the running for top spots — including the coffee shops we love here in Hawaiʻi. This annual readers’ poll gives locals and visitors alike a chance to vote for their favorite beaches, restaurants, drinks, experiences, and yes — coffee shops! HAWAIʻI Magazine+1
Each year, thousands of ballots are submitted by residents and visitors who want to crown the best places across the Islands. The results will be published in the Spring/Summer 2026 issue of Hawaiʻi Magazine, making this a great opportunity to show some love for local businesses you adore. HAWAIʻI Magazine
️ How to Vote
Voting is currently open and runs through 11:59 p.m. (HST) on Monday, December 22, 2025. Once you cast your ballot, you’re automatically entered for a chance to win a getaway — including airfare from Hawaiian Airlines and a 4-night stay on Kauaʻi! HAWAIʻI Magazine
Just head over to the Hawaiʻi Magazine Readers’ Choice voting page to select your favorites and don’t forget to include Menehune Coffee Company in the Best Coffee Shop category. HAWAIʻI Magazine
☕ Why We Love Menehune Coffee Company
Menehune Coffee Company isn’t just any coffee shop — it’s a proud Hawaiian, veteran-owned brand that celebrates the island’s coffee culture and aloha spirit. Based on the Big Island, they specialize in high-quality 100% Kona coffee, bringing rich local flavor and hospitality to every cup. 100% Kona Coffee | Captain Cook, Hawaii
Whether you’re grabbing your morning brew or picking up beans to enjoy at home, Menehune represents the best of Hawaiian coffee craftsmanship — and now they’re hoping to rack up votes right alongside the other top coffee spots in the state.
Spread the Word
Here are some quick ways you can help Menehune in the Readers’ Choice Awards:
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Share the voting link on social media with friends and customers.
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Add a “Vote for Us!” call-to-action on your website, menus, and receipts.
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Encourage locals to support an authentic Hawaiian brand in the Best Coffee Shop category.