Mighty Roots Traditional Kava
Premium Lateral Roots Blend: Pure Laterals, Rapid Onset
A strong, heady blend of 100% lateral roots from prized noble Vanuatu cultivars including Melo Melo and Borogoru. Laterals contain the highest kavalactone concentration and are richest in kavain, delivering rapid onset with cerebral intensity. The use of balanced/heavy cultivars provides a balanced finish despite the initial rush. Our single cultivars keep the root's natural laterals-to-stump ratio. Mighty Roots deliberately breaks it: pure laterals for extra potency and rapid cerebral character.
Made for experienced drinkers. Stronger and sharper than our balanced blends, with the more bitter, peppery edge that comes with pure lateral roots. If you're new to kava, start with Instant Green instead.
Character: Rapid, cerebral onset from the high kavain content, fast-acting and mentally intense. Despite the intense start, the use of balanced cultivars like Melo Melo and Borogoru creates a satisfying, balanced finish. Highest kavalactone concentration of any product in our range.
Taste & Aroma: Sharp and fresh. More bitter and peppery than balanced blends or our single cultivar products, a robust character typical of pure lateral roots.
Traditional Grind Format: Peeled kava root ground into a medium-grind powder. Contains the root's indigestible fibres, so it needs to be kneaded and strained before drinking using a strainer bag.
Origin: Mavunlevu, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Chemotype: 423165
Processing: Fully washed, peeled, temperature-controlled drying
Laterals-to-stump: 100% lateral roots
Kavalactone Ratios (batch averages):
K to DHM: 6.94 (wide variability, but always high)
K to DHK: 1.67
DHK to Y: 1.74
What do these ratios mean? →
Preparation: Use ~16g per cup with 200-250ml water. Start 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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- Simply the strongest and best tasting Kava I've had in NZ. Fresh, high quality herb
- I sleep so well, feel amazing & chilled out
- It makes you feel like you have a light coffee buzz. Not too much, but just enough.
I wasnt so familiar with taking Kava so was a wee while before I tried my previous order & when I did I absolutely love it. I sleep so well, feel amazing & chilled out & I heard podcasts on kava benefits so I love the quality of this product and will be long term customer!
Love this product. It makes you feel like you have a light coffee buzz. Not to much, but just enough.
Good kava
Simply the strongest and best tasting Kava I've had in NZ. Fresh, high quality herb, very pleased 🙏
Good fast service and a quality product. Highly recommended
Potent stuff so you use less. Taste grows on you. Effective. [Originally submitted via previous website]
Very effective, hits fast. Strong taste but I've come to enjoy it. Effects are worth it. One shell does the job. [Originally submitted via previous website]
For experienced drinkers. Taste is bold but effects are strong. One shell does what three of weaker kava does. [Originally submitted via previous website]
A wonderfully potent kava that only takes one shell to provide you with noticably quick anxiolytic effects that wash away fatigue and stress. With a noticable euphoria one might find with Kelai or Palarasul. Despite the dominant Kavain, Mighty Roots will ease into a more balanced yet strong relaxed state. There's a surprising sedation that follows. Perfect for afternoons/evenings. Taste sharp kava strong head go brzzrzrzrz body feel good me like me go sleep. Originally posted on the Kava Forums
Not for beginners. Taste is intense but effects are excellent - one or two shells and you're done. Exactly what I wanted. [Originally submitted via previous website]
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 at least three years using traditional organic farming methods passed down through generations.
Always Processed from Fresh
Each batch is made from kava harvested to order, never from old village-dried stock. Plants are inspected on arrival for the right cultivar, for freshness, and for contamination. Anything that doesn’t pass is rejected.
Cleaned and Dried to Fresh Perfection
Freshly harvested roots are meticulously cleaned and dried using bespoke methods developed over years of research and refinement. The process preserves potency, fresh aroma, and active compounds. Each batch is then vacuum-sealed or nitrogen-flushed to lock in 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