Puariki Single Cultivar Traditional Kava
Tongoa's Pride: Blissful, Balanced, Exceptionally Rare
Exclusive to the remote, fertile island of Tongoa, Puariki is one of Vanuatu's most prized cultivars—described by those who've tried it as "like Kelai, but with an extra engine." This balanced cultivar delivers an intensely blissful start followed by fascinating depth, with remarkably clean effects and an exceptionally fresh feeling the next morning.
What Makes Puariki Distinctive:
- Intensely blissful character: Clearly euphoric, highly pleasurable start with fascinating depth—not overpowering, just exceptional
- Quick-acting, balanced profile: Quickly soothes the mind, then gently melts through the body—bridges heady and heavy beautifully
- Remarkably clean and fresh: Even after strong sessions, wake up feeling exceptionally fresh and clear
- Shorter duration, rich effects: Quick onset with relatively short life, but deeply satisfying while it lasts
- Exceptionally smooth: Easy to drink shell after shell; clean on the stomach and mind
- Fresh, zesty aroma: Smooth and creamy with notes of nuts, butter, oatmeal, and hints of breadfruit and nutmeg
- Strictly limited: Grown only on Tongoa; sourcing occasionally requires air taxi logistics—we think it's worth it
Read our dedicated blog post about Puariki, Tongoa, and the extraordinary efforts required to source this rare cultivar.
Origin: Tongoa, Vanuatu
Chemotype: 423156
Processing: Fully washed, peeled, temperature-controlled drying
Laterals-to-stump ratio: Natural (30-70%)
Preparation: Traditional grind requires straining (view our kava strainer bag). 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