Melo Melo Single Cultivar Traditional Kava
A single cultivar kava with a complex, balanced-heady character.
As the name suggests, Melo Melo is known for promoting a state of pleasant mellowness. This is one of the most popular nakamal (kava bar) kavas in Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila. Melo Melo’s chemotype is dominated by a mix of kavain and dihydrokavain that together appear to create a delightful, really pleasant heady mental refreshment, but one that, potentially also due to unique synergy with other compounds, takes a bit longer to build up and is thought to act in a warmer, deeper, mellower and longer-lasting manner than the more purely euphoric and relatively-short acting kavain-rich kava cultivars (such as Kelai).
In short, Melo Melo the ultimate “chillout” kava. Great for lazy late afternoons, slow-paced hang outs with friends, meaningful conversations, enjoyable sessions with good music and soft body relaxation.
Island of Origin: Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Average Laterals to Stump Ratio: Natural (30-70)
Typical Chemotype: 423156
Processing: Fully washed and peeled. Dried in a temperature-controlled dehydrator.
Effects: Balanced between cerebral/muscle melting, blend of euphoric and mellow, mid-speed onset and mid-range lifespan.
Flavour profile: Balance of smooth/creamy and bitter/peppery with notes of black pepper, wood and toasted malt.
How to Use it?
This certified noble traditional kava powder requires straining (click here to purchase a high-quality strainer). We recommend using apx 30-35g per session, but note that each person requires a different amount of kava to feel and enjoy its effects. Detailed preparation instructions can be found here.
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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