Traditional kava is made by mixing kava powder with cold water and straining it. You'll need a kava strainer bag (or a clean muslin cloth), a large bowl and a cup or coconut shell.
Method
- Measure. As a guide, use about 111g of kava powder for 1.5 litres of water, as recommended on our pack. If you're new to kava, start with less.
- Add water. Put the powder in your strainer bag, place the bag in a large bowl and pour in cool or lukewarm water. Don't use hot water.
- Knead. Squeeze and knead the bag in the water for about 5–10 minutes. The water will turn a cloudy, muddy brown.
- Strain. Squeeze the bag firmly to get out as much liquid as you can, then remove it.
- Serve. Pour into a cup or coconut shell. Traditionally kava is drunk in one go, then shared in rounds.
Tips
- Kava tastes earthy and a little bitter. This is normal.
- Kava can numb your mouth and lips slightly.
- Wait a while before having more.
Use in moderation. May cause drowsiness.
Strictly 18+. You must be 18 years or older to purchase kava. We do not sell to anyone under 18.
Please read our Responsible Use & Safety page before you drink kava.