Instant Kava - Melo Melo
Instant Kava - Melo Melo
EFFECTS
The new instant version of Melo Melo!
As the name suggests, Melo Melo cultivar is famous for promoting a state of pleasant mellowness. This well-balanced, bitter-sweet and creamy cultivar acts in a slow and pleasantly warm manner. Great for lazy late afternoons, slow-paced conversations and gentle body relaxation.
Island of Origin: Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Average Laterals to Stump Ratio: 30-70
Typical Chemotype: 243156
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.
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Kava Uses & Actions
Kava Uses & Actions
Herbal Actions: Antispasmodic, Anxiolytic (Anti-Anxiety), Bitter Tonic, and Sedative
Common Uses: Alcohol Replacement, Anxiety, Aphrodisiac, Harm Reduction from Cannabis, Harm Reduction from Opiates/Alcohol, Menstrual Cramps, Mood Enhancement, Muscle Pain, Nicotine & Drug Withdrawal, Pain, Relaxation, Restlessness, Socialising, Stress, Tension, Trauma (Emotional), Trauma (Physical), and Insomnia
Ingredients
Ingredients
Content: Kava (Piper methysticum)
Preparation: Instant kava powder is a dehydrated kava beverage: simply add water. Use up to 1- 3 full teaspoons (5-15g) in 300ml water per person. Adding any type of milk or fatty product can help activate the Kava and create a smoother taste. Enjoy!
Specifications
Specifications
Other Names: Coral flower, Kava kava, kawa, waka, lewena, yaqona, grog (Fiji), sakau (Pohnpei), 'awa (Hawaii), 'ava (Samoa) and wati (New Guinea)
Grown in: Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Organic Status: Chemical/pesticide free
Plant Parts: Root
Packaging: Home compostable, reusable zip lock pouch
Vegan Friendly
Precautions
Precautions
- Kava is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women and children.
- Contraindicated with L-Dopa and other Parkinson's disease drugs.
- Caution in liver disease.
- Do not operate heavy machinery.
- Avoid prolonged use.
- Caution - It is not recommended to consume Kava alongside nervous system depressant medications such as sedatives, antidepressants, MAOIs, Benzodiazepines, antipsychotics.
For specific herb contraindications, see our Herb Hub for more detailed information.
Happy Herb Co provides referenced information for educational purposes only, and does not make any therapeutic claims for any of their products.
Please seek advice from a healthcare provider if you wish to use herbs for therapeutic purposes.
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Kava
Traditionally used as a ceremonial drink in the Pacific Islands, enjoyed for its relaxing, mood enhancing and mildly intoxicating effects.