The Kava Journal
Field notes, research, history, culture, cultivation, and observations from more than two decades working with kava.
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Kava varies from region to region within the Pacific Islands. All regions treasure the piper methysticum plant, in which its roots...
Piper methysticum is better known as the kava plant. This plant is popular due to its kava root, which is used to...
Doug the Kavasseur, has been drinking Kava and reviewing it online for 15 years! This man knows his kava. Mr....
A kava vendor is company or person who acquires kava and then resells it to the public. There are reputable...
Kava comes in many forms. While most people drink it as a tea, you can also buy it as a...
Many individuals who are interested in consuming kava often ask, "how long does kava last?". The answer is not as...
Lactones plus the kava root equals greatness. In this world full of noise and chaos, kavalactones can bring peace and calm....
Kava lounges and bars are popping up across the United States and they are very popular. The vibe in a kava...
Some people pair a shell of kava with quiet, focused time — reading, reflecting, or just sitting without much else...