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Hawaiian Host is a Hawaii-based confectionery brand specialising in chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, sold through its own webshop at hawaiianhost.com. The company has been producing its signature treats since 1927 and ships its products to consumers looking for an authentic taste of Hawaii.
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About Hawaiianhost
Founded
1927
Main category
Chocolate-covered macadamia nuts
Flavours available
Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, Coconut, Honey, Kona Coffee, Matcha, Strawberry, Ube White Chocolate
Gift options
Boxed chocolate, corporate gifts, seasonal collections
Origin
Hawaii, United States
Target audience
Gift buyers, tourists, chocolate and specialty food enthusiasts
Brand partnerships
Mauna Loa, Magnolia Bakery
Customer service
Via contact form on hawaiianhost.com
Hawaiian Host occupies a distinct position in the premium gifting and specialty food segment, with its products rooted in Hawaiian tradition and craftsmanship dating back to 1927. The brand was built by Mamoru Takitani, who started selling his confections out of the back of a station wagon before growing Hawaiian Host into an internationally recognised name. Its core audience includes gift buyers, tourists, and chocolate enthusiasts who are drawn to Hawaii-inspired flavours such as Kona Coffee, Ube White Chocolate, Coconut, and Matcha. The product range spans individual boxes, corporate gifts, and seasonal collections, placing it firmly in the premium gifting category rather than the mass-market confectionery space.
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Hawaiianhost in the news
Recent updates and background about Hawaiianhost, summarised in our own words.
The story behind Hawaiian Host
Mamoru Takitani's ambition to create world-famous candy began as an experiment in his parents' attic in Maui. The Takitani Foundation page on the Hawaiian Host website tells the story of how he started selling chocolates from the back of a station wagon, initially aiming for just 100 boxes per day.
Visit Hawaiianhost →Ube White Chocolate named finalist in 2025 Sweets and Snacks awards
Hawaiian Host's newest product, Ube White Chocolate, was named a finalist in the 2025 Sweets and Snacks Most Innovative New Product Awards. The product combines earthy-sweet ube with creamy white chocolate coating dry-roasted macadamia nuts.
Visit Hawaiianhost →Full product range now available on hawaiianhost.com
The Hawaiian Host webshop offers the complete range of Hawaii-inspired chocolate treats, from Aloha Macs to Maui Caramacs, suitable as gifts for occasions such as holidays, Valentine's Day, and Mother's Day.
Visit Hawaiianhost →Summaries by Image Review based on publicly available sources and our own editing. External links may contain affiliate links.
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Is Hawaiian Host a reliable webshop?
Hawaiian Host is an established brand with roots going back to 1927, operating its own official webshop at hawaiianhost.com. The company has a track record in the specialty confectionery market and has been named Hawaii's number one Omiyage brand for two consecutive years according to information on its own website.
What products does Hawaiian Host sell online?
Hawaiian Host sells chocolate-covered macadamia nuts in a wide range of flavours, including Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, Kona Coffee, Matcha, Coconut, Honey, Strawberry, and Ube White Chocolate. The webshop also offers boxed chocolates, corporate gifts, and seasonal collections.
Can I order Hawaiian Host products as a gift?
Yes, Hawaiian Host offers dedicated gift options including boxed chocolate assortments, corporate gifts, and seasonal selections. The products are also available in bulk at retailers such as Costco.
Where can I find Hawaiian Host products if I do not want to order online?
Hawaiian Host products are available at select retailers across Hawaii and the West Coast of the United States. The website includes a store locator to help customers find nearby stockists.
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