Nakamal Nights Traditional Kava
Premium Basal Roots Blend: Smooth, Deeply Relaxing, Night-Time
A smooth, heavy-character blend made using 100% basal roots from heavier noble cultivars. Easier drinking and smoother than lateral-heavy blends, with pleasant botanical aromas and deeply relaxing effects—specially crafted for peaceful evenings and restful sleep without mental stimulation.
What Makes Nakamal Nights Distinctive:
- 100% basal roots: Uses only the thick basal rootstock for smooth, creamy shells characteristic of nakamal-style drinking
- Smooth and easy drinking: Basal roots are less bitter and more pleasant-tasting than laterals—delivers a satisfying, creamy experience
- Heavy, sedating character: Selected from heavier cultivars for deep body relaxation and peaceful wind-down
- Night-time focused: Promotes restful sleep without cerebral stimulation—perfect for ending the day
- Balanced preparation: In Vanuatu, basal roots are often mixed very thick; at normal concentration, you get the smooth creaminess with deeply sedating evening effects
- Pleasant botanical aromas: Fresh, smooth character that stays true to traditional preparation
While our single cultivars maintain nature's balance of lateral and basal roots, we created this blend for those seeking smooth, creamy shells paired with restful night-time effects.
Origin: Vanuatu (blend of heavier noble cultivars)
Processing: Fully washed, peeled, temperature-controlled drying
Laterals-to-stump ratio: 100% basal roots
Preparation: Traditional grind requires straining (view our kava strainer bag). For authentic thick style, use approximately 1g kava to 15ml water. Start with 30-35g per session; adjust to your needs. Complete preparation guide.
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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