drinkroot reserve

Our special reserve series represents the cream of the crop for each respective varietal we could find.

reserve kelai


s.o. premium instant raw kava juice

The world of single origin kava is a realm of enchanting variety, where each varietal promises an entirely different experience.

A special and rare experience we call a cerebral delight. Our Kelai is quite an intense experience unfolding with a warm expansive experience and uplifting calm. 🧘🏻‍♀️🧘🏻‍♂️

What is kava?

Haven’t heard of kava? Kava is made from the roots of a pepper plant native to the South Pacific. It has a fascinating earthy yet numbing taste, that results from the high level of calming actives in the roots.

Natural kava is vegan, gluten-free, nonaddictive, and full of liver protecting properties.

How many servings

All of our jars have a scooper. 1 scoop is between 170mg - 300mg+ of kavalactones depending on the blend or varietal.

This is more of a guidance since all kava's have different experience profiles.

Regardless, expect 50+ servings with a 100g jar

Is kava safe

Kava is generally recognized as a safer/healthier non-addictive alternative to alcohol as long as it is consumed in the traditional form.

For this reason we generally DO NOT recommend non-traditional methods of using kava such as: pills, concentrates, ready-to-drink made with concentrates, tinctures, and micronized kava. These are convenient but aside for the last one, they shouldn't be called kava. In the same way you don't put caffeine in a pill and call it coffee, you shouldn't put extract in a soda can and call it kava.

Traditional kava has not been shown to be addictive in clinical trials and does not activate physiological or psychological addiction tendancies found in beverages and supplements like alcohol or kratom.

Currently available in 50g jars

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"a healthier alternative to alcohol and caffeine"

"exceptionally potent... strongest instant kava I’ve tried"

"like I’d been lulled to sleep on a cloud"

"My muscles feel rubbery and my upper body feels light"

why we made this

Raise yooo vibration!!

"My mind is buzzing and my eyes hit 4k"

This kava is all about delivering a blissful, heady experience that’s light on the body but powerful in the mind. It’s the kind of kava that doesn’t put you to sleep but refreshes your brain. The taste is mild, almost pleasant, offering a clean, fresh feeling that enhances whatever moment you’re in.

Sourced from Vanuatu’s Southeast region on the island of Epi, there is an intense headiness benefiting from the rich volcanic soil. The effects are felt primarily behind the eyes, creating a sensation that’s clear, focused, and entirely cerebral. Kelai lifts you up, keeping you in a light, elevated state without any of the usual heaviness or lethargy. It’s perfect for those who enjoy a strong mental experience without the physical sedation.

We recommend it for those who are familiar with kava, as its intensity can be a bit much for beginners. But if you’re ready for a heady, almost otherworldly experience, Kelai is the perfect companion. Whether you’re meditating or just need to unwind, this kava can guide you into a state of blissful clarity.

Generic kava is BORING. Don't be boring.

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reserve kelai

latest batch numbers: 7/14/24

about kelai

As connoisseurs of our kava will all agree, Kelai is quite an intense experience. Imagine our Wakea blend, but bigger.

The subtle nuances of our Reserve Kelai batch 03 unfold like a Panaewa blend with the heft of a Bir Kar for an experience unique to it's own. Initially it greets you with a creamy nuttiness and mild numbing, then expands to a warm open minded awareness of presence and perception.

This one HITS

Batch 03 lot hails from the Vanuatu's SouthEast region on the island of Epi. An untouched paradise, this kava grows on extremely fertile volcanic soil with natural ash embedded into the light subsoil. Here the kava roots can grow freely, unobstructed and can pull from the abundance of key nutrients that can act as a stimulant for the plants growth.

Those nutrients really did something with this one. I'm hoping the next plants in this series can live up to the name as well.

We processed this one raw so the flavors are more prevalent and the nuances to the experience are kept intact. Closest thing to a cup of raw juice outside of hopping on a plane to Vanuatu itself

We hope you enjoy and thank you for your continued love and support.

island: vanuatu
style: single origin
chemotype: 421365
kavalactones: avg 8.1%

experience profile:

euphoria/

uplifting

calming/

sedating

heady/

cerebral

body/

muscle

sweet/

grassy

smooth/

creamy

flavor notes:

almond butter | bitter cacao

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what is instant kava

cheers to the world of instant kava

Often imitated never duplicated

drinkroot instant kava starts with a careful selection of either single origin harvests or a hand selected blend of the top noble varietals, to create a unique premium mixture.

After harvest, every amalgamated batch of roots first undergoes a strict QC analysis to ensure premium kavalactone characteristics and content to match your desired experience profile.

The proprietary blend is then carefully brewed and homogenized in a closed temperature controlled environment with warm filtered water to mimic traditional brew methods. After juice is pressed it is rapidly dehydrated so it can be immediately added to any liquid without any filtering needed!

No bark.
No fillers.
No micronized roots.
Pure kava.

why drinkroot

category others drinkroot kava

organic and pesticide free farms

small batch / single origin varietals

WHO* approved manufacturing practices

no additives, no artificial sweeteners

chemotype & kavalactone testing

FDA & cGMP packaging facility

Own the highest quality varietals to leave the islands. Experience the REAL world of kava

*WHO = World Health Organization

what people are saying

99% would recommend this product

how to make perfect cup of kava

scoop
1 leveled tsp per serving

add water
2-4 ounces of room
temp water

whisk
mix well until powder has dissolved.

if flavor is too strong, add more water.

enjoy
sit back, relax and enjoy

in your favorite chill spot.

adjust your experience

1 scoop
light elation -
perfect amount to feel calming stress relief

2 scoops*
deeper euphoria -
more intense feeling of calm

3+ scoops**
heavier sedation -
for nights needing a heavier experience

consume on empty stomach for stronger effects

*recommended for first timers
**we generally don't recommend taking more than 2 scoops.
if you do please do not operate heavy machinery.

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