Bir Kar Single Cultivar Instant Green Kava
Santo's Red-Stemmed Cultivar: Fast, Clean, Complex
Named after its distinctive reddish stems ("kar" means red), Bir Kar is a rare cultivar grown exclusively in the heartland of Espiritu Santo. It delivers quick cerebral effects followed by pleasant muscle relaxation, with a remarkably clean finish—perfect for short sessions and social gatherings when you want strong effects without prolonged duration.
Bir Kar Cultivar Profile:
- Quick-acting: Effects onset rapidly—excellent for short, focused sessions
- Two-stage experience: Quick cerebral euphoria followed by pleasant muscle relaxation
- Exceptionally clean: Very clean feeling with minimal lingering after-effects
- Balanced-heady character: Solid balanced base with refreshing heady lift and body comfort
- Perfect for socialising: Quick mental refreshment followed by physical ease—ideal for social gatherings
- Distinctive flavour: Aromatic profile with notes of roasted peanuts, black pepper, and dark chocolate
- 423561 chemotype: Balanced profile creating fast-acting, complex effects
Instant Green Format: Made using a proprietary instant green process: fresh kava juice obtained through cold water extraction and careful filtration of freshly harvested, peeled Santo roots, then immediately dehydrated into pure instant granules. Mix directly with water or juice—no straining required.
Origin: Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Chemotype: 423561
Processing: Fresh juice extraction, temperature-controlled dehydration
Laterals-to-stump ratio: Natural (30-70%)
Preparation: Mix 1 sachet or 1 heaping teaspoon (~8g) with 200ml water or juice per serving. We recommend 2 servings per session (~16g total). Instant kava guide.
Note: Instant processing prioritises convenience and effect consistency. Traditional grind offers fuller aroma and flavour complexity.
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Organically Grown Noble Kava
100% pure noble kava from pristine volcanic soils. Our farmers cultivate specific single cultivars in regions best suited for each variety. Each plant matures for 3-5+ years using traditional organic farming methods passed down through generations.
Always Processed from Fresh
Each batch is exclusively made from kava harvested to order - never old village-dried stock. All plants undergo rigorous assessment: cultivar verification, freshness inspection, contamination screening, and rejection of any unhealthy or damaged roots.
Cleaned and dried to fresh perfection
Freshly harvested roots are meticulously cleaned and dried using proprietary methods. The process preserves maximum potency, fresh aroma, and bioactive compounds, while ensuring food safety. Each batch is immediately vacuum-sealed or nitrogen-flushed, locking in peak freshness.
Every Batch Tested
Our kava undergoes comprehensive testing using UHPLC analysis (superior to standard HPLC), full microbiological screening, and chemotype verification in an advanced in-house laboratory. Every batch comes with complete certificates of analysis and exceeds FSANZ Standard 2.6.3 requirements.
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