Kava comes in different formats and cultivars — each with its own character, preparation, and effects. Two simple choices will get you to your perfect shell.

Step 1: Choose Your Format

Both deliver the same noble kava — the difference is in the preparation.

  • Instant Kava

    Made from freshly harvested kava roots with coarse, woody fibres removed, then dried and milled into an ultra-fine powder. Just mix with water and drink. No straining required. Smoother and more convenient.

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  • Traditional Grind

    Dried, ground root. You knead it in water and strain with a strainer bag to remove coarse, woody fibres before drinking. The classic method: fullest flavour and experience, more economical.

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Step 2: Choose Your Cultivar

Every cultivar has its own personality. All our kava is single-origin noble kava from Vanuatu — what changes is the character and effects.

  • Instant Green

    Character: Potent, balanced, heady — a harmonious blend of selected noble cultivars

    Taste: Smoothest and easiest to drink

    Best for: A well-rounded session — the great all-rounder

    Instant

  • Bir Kar

    Character: Fast-acting, quick mental refreshment then pleasant muscle relaxation

    Taste: Aromatic

    Best for: Shorter sessions, mind and body refreshment, joyful socialising

    Instant · Traditional

  • Silesse

    Character: Rare, steady onset, deeply tranquil, long-lasting

    Taste: Unique

    Best for: Quiet contemplation before settling in for the night

    Instant · Traditional

  • Palarasul

    Character: Slightly delayed onset, clearly uplifting with just the right mellowness

    Taste: Easy to drink, pleasant

    Best for: Peaceful socialising, gentle relief from daily tension

    Instant · Traditional

  • Kelai

    Character: Uplifting, fast-acting, mentally refreshing

    Taste: Cashewy smooth with zesty heat

    Best for: Resetting the mind after a long day, peaceful socialis

    Instant · Traditional

  • Melo Melo

    Character: Mellow, warm, creamy

    Taste: Bitter-sweet, smooth

    Best for: Lazy afternoons, slow conversations, gentle body relaxation

    Instant · Traditional

  • Borogoru

    Character: Heavy, soothing, gently sedating

    Taste: Peppery

    Best for: Late evenings, muscle relaxation, winding down

    Instant · Traditional

Limited Editions

Rare cultivars and special releases — available while stocks last.

  • Nakamal Nights

    Made from 100% green basal roots, as served in Vanuatu's kava bars. Pleasant botanical aromas, easy-drinking, authentically fresh.

    Traditional

  • Mavun Lateral Reserve

    Robust, rapid cerebral effects — crafted exclusively from lateral roots for maximum potency. For seasoned enthusiasts.

    Traditional

  • Puariki

    Intensely pleasant — quickly soothes the mind, then gently melts through the body. Earthy tones with hints of butter, nuts and vanilla oatmeal.

    Instant · Traditional

  • Tavukari

    Rare, recently discovered deep within the jungles of Espiritu Santo. Previously only available at the private nakamal of its growers.

    Traditional

Not Sure? Start Here.

For easy-going relaxation: Melo Melo Instant — smooth, forgiving flavour, mellow effects. The one we recommend most to newcomers.

For something social: Kelai Instant — uplifting and mentally refreshing. Great with mates.

For deep unwinding: Borogoru Instant — heavier and gently sedating. Best saved for the evening.

For the smoothest experience: Instant Green — the easiest to drink, balanced and potent. A great all-rounder.

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