How to Prepare Kava

Two ways to make it. One takes seconds, the other takes ten minutes and a bit of ritual. Both start with the same Noble Fijian root.

The full ritual

Traditional Kava

Root powder & strainer bag · about 10 minutes

Add 1–2 tablespoons of Kava root powder per cup of water (about 250ml) to a strainer bag — more for a stronger brew, less for a lighter one.
Sit the bag in the water and let it soak for a few minutes.
Knead and squeeze the bag under the water for around ten minutes, until the water turns the colour of milky tea.
Lift the bag out, wring it dry, and get creative — serve it straight, over ice, or blend it with pineapple, coconut, mango, or a squeeze of lime.

You’ll need a strainer bag for this — it’s the one piece of kit the traditional method depends on.

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Fast & potent

30% Kavalactone Extract

Concentrated & fast · about 15 seconds

Add a small scoop of extract to a glass.
Pour in water and stir — it dissolves in seconds.
Drink and settle in. No bag, no kneading, no cleanup.

The concentrated way — the same Noble Fijian root, standardised to 30% Kavalactones, so a small scoop makes a strong, fast cup.

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Get it right

A few things worth knowing.

Drink it on an empty stomach

Kava works best when you haven’t just eaten. Give it thirty minutes before food for the fullest effect.

Give it time

It comes on gently — usually fifteen to thirty minutes. If you don’t feel much at first, wait before having more.

The tongue tingle is normal

Traditional Kava can leave your lips and tongue slightly numb for a minute or two. That’s the root doing its job.

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Kava is a traditional botanical, not a medicine. Do not use if you’re pregnant or nursing. Do not combine with alcohol. Consult your doctor before use, especially if you take prescription medication or have a liver condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Dietary Supplement.

Ingredients: Kava Root Powder. (Piper Methysticum)

FDA Disclaimer. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Excessive consumption may impair one's ability to drive a vehicle. Please consult your healthcare professional about potential interactions or other possible complications before starting a new dietary supplement program. Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing.

Kava consumer advisory: the U.S. FDA has advised consumers of the potential risk of rare but severe liver injury associated with Kava-containing products. Consult your healthcare professional before use if you have or have had liver disease or liver problems, or take medication that can affect the liver. Stop use and see a doctor if you develop signs of liver problems, such as yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine. Not for use by anyone under 18. Do not combine with alcohol.

Keep out of reach of children.