What is Vanuatu Ceremonial Kava?

Vanuatu Ceremonial Kava is traditional ground noble kava root from Vanuatu, the South Pacific island nation widely regarded as the heart of traditional kava cultivation. It is Piper methysticum, the pepper-family plant whose root has been prepared into the ceremonial kava beverage across the Pacific for thousands of years. "Ceremonial" reflects that this is the traditional, fully prepared root form, not an extract or instant powder.

Where our Vanuatu Ceremonial Kava comes from

We source Vanuatu Ceremonial Kava from established Vanuatu growers. Vanuatu has the deepest legal regulation of kava cultivation in the world, and most Vanuatu kava you'll find is high-quality noble kava.

Our Vanuatu Ceremonial Kava is third-party lab tested for heavy metals, microbial contaminants, and kavalactone content. A Certificate of Analysis is available on request.

Vanuatu vs. other kava origins

Each kava-growing region has its own cultivars and character:

• Vanuatu — the heart of kava cultivation, with the strictest noble-kava regulation.
• Fiji — often sold by root cut, such as the lateral-root waka grade.
• Solomon Islands — their own distinct noble cultivars.

How kava is traditionally prepared

Kava root is traditionally prepared by kneading the ground root in water and straining out the fibrous material, which yields the classic Pacific Islander kava beverage served across Vanuatu, Fiji, and the wider Pacific. Ground root powder is the form used for that traditional preparation; a strainer bag or a shaker such as the AluBall makes it quicker.

Vanuatu Ceremonial Kava Root Powder

Vanuatu Ceremonial Kava is sold as traditional ground noble kava root powder, by weight, in a range of sizes from 1 oz to 1 lb. Larger sizes bring the per-ounce price down.

Storage

Store kava powder in an airtight container, away from heat, light, and humidity. Kept cool and dry, Vanuatu Ceremonial Kava holds its quality for a long time.

Vanuatu Ceremonial Kava at a glance

Botanical name

Piper methysticum

Family

Piperaceae

Origin

Vanuatu

Type

Noble kava, ground root

Formats & sizes

Powder, 1 oz to 1 lb

Lab tested

Yes, third-party tested