premium traditional kava - lateral roots only
connoisseur lateral
One of the most magical things about small batch kava is the profound differences in experience from jar to jar.
Connoisseur is the best representation of a traditional kava experience. By request we are releasing a lateral roots only blend. This will be heavier than our standard connoisseur lateral and basal root mix
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
Each jar servings depend deeply on how strong you batch it . Keep in mind you can also batch multiple times.
Regardless, expect 14+ servings per 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 150g 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
Better for evenings you're looking to zone out
For real explorers escaping the clutches of technology
Ever wanted to enjoy a traditional-style kava experience but couldn't pack out a mixing bowl on your latest bugout? Then this one's for you.
Our beloved connoisseur blend. The best representation of a traditional kava experience available in an instant ready to drink version. Just pour a scoop or two into your water bottle and you're off to a traditional kava journey.
The connoisseur is a classic example of what all kava's should strive to be, a real standard of kava. It's relaxing but heavy enough to realize it's not something to be taken lightly. It's mental calm is like a clean palarasul with its heft floating like a medium borogoru. It gives pronounced soothing waves as the drinks continue. The effects are heavy enough to slow you down, making it a perfect companion for those quiet moments when you just want to listen to the sounds of the night and let your mind drift.
While some might enjoy this kava in social settings, it’s best suited for those who appreciate introspection and solitude. The heaviness of connoisseur can make you feel more inclined to retreat into your own space rather than engage in lively conversation.
If you’re a kava enthusiast, this is a blend you’ll want to keep in your collection for those moments you need something dependable.
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connoisseur lateral
latest batch numbers: 7/14/24
about connoisseur lateral
Still one of the best representations of what a traditional kava should be like.
Grown in optimal conditions and harvested at the peak of maturity, the kava roots used in the connoisseur blend exude the definition of deep relaxation.
Every kava plant has two types of roots, basal and lateral. Lateral roots are known to have higher levels of kavalactones and tend to lean more toward sedation in our experience.
Make sure to not overdo it and we highly recommend to drink kava's like this at home as one should not be drinking with a sedating kava.
We hope you enjoy and thank you for your continued love and support.
island: vanuatu
style: lateral blend
chemotype: 243516
kavalactones: avg 9.7%
experience profile:
| euphoria/ uplifting | | calming/ sedating |
| heady/ cerebral | | body/ muscle |
| sweet/ grassy | | smooth/ creamy |
flavor notes:
ginseng root bite | licorice
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what is traditional kava
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For the purist at heart
drinkroot traditional 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 the plant is pulled from the ground, the basal and lateral roots are separated, debarked, and cut up into manageable chunks for drying. Afterward every batch of roots undergoes a strict QC analysis to ensure premium kavalactone characteristics and content to match your desired experience profile.
No bark.
No weak filler roots.
Pure. Powerful. kava.
our favorite batching method
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The recipe
Our favorite way to make kava. You can go the long way, shorten this however you like, but this consistently makes the strongest grogs.
Recipe
- 2-3 ounces of kava kava dried root powder
- 2 ounces of full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups of water
- 1 strainer (nut bag, cheesecloth, etc)
- 1 water boiler w/thermostat
- 1 large bowl
- Slices of Pineapple for taste
Extra Key Takeaways
- Use a quality nut bag. Between 75-100 micron. Here's the one we recommend https://amzn.to/3eCboTh
- Coconut milk (or another fat emulsifier)
- Hot water ~ 140F or slightly lower. I'm using this boiler - https://amzn.to/3CIvtiB
- Steep 45min to 1 hour (You can go more but I get impatient)
- Wring and mesh out the kava for 10-15 minutes
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
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