Borogoru Single Cultivar Traditional Kava
Gradual, Deeply Relaxing Heavy Kava
One of the most popular kava cultivars in Vanuatu, Borogoru is prized for its balanced-heavy character and deeply relaxing effects. This mellow evening kava acts slowly and deeply, delivering gradual, complex, and prolonged relaxation—particularly valued by those seeking restful sleep or muscle-melting relief after physical exertion.
What Makes Borogoru Distinctive:
- Balanced-heavy profile: Muscle-melting body effects with gradual cerebral relaxation—slower and deeper than heady varieties
- Slow onset, long duration: Effects build gradually over 30-45 minutes and last considerably longer than lighter cultivars
- Evening and night-time favourite: Best enjoyed in late afternoon or evening due to its sedating character
- Post-exercise recovery: Particularly popular for pleasant, muscle-melting body refreshment after strenuous physical effort
- Complex peppery character: Peppery and herbal scent with hints of sweetness and cream; flavour combines peppery spice with fresh, grassy notes and bitter chocolate
- 243516 chemotype: Higher dihydromethysticin content creates the characteristic heavy, sedating effects
Origin: Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Chemotype: 243516
Processing: Fully washed, peeled, temperature-controlled drying
Laterals-to-stump ratio: Natural (30-70%)
Preparation: Use ~16g per cup with 200-250ml water. Traditional grind requires straining (view our kava strainer bag). We recommend starting with 2-3 cups per session. Complete preparation guide.
Note: Traditional grind offers fuller aroma and flavour complexity. For a convenient no-strain option, try our instant kava range. Learn more about kava forms.
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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.
Check out our Certificates of Analysis