Traditional Kava - Bir Kar
Traditional Kava - Bir Kar
EFFECTS
A fast-acting cultivar offering a quick mental refreshment followed by pleasant muscle relaxation. This aromatic kava is particularly good for shorter sessions, mind and body refreshment after a long day, and joyful socialising.
Island of Origin: Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Average Laterals to Stump Ratio: 30-70
Typical Chemotype: 423561
Processing: Fully washed and peeled. Dried in a temperature-controlled dehydrator.
Effects: Provides more of a cerebral/heady feeling, has a euphoric effect, rapid onset with short life.
Flavour profile: Roasted peanuts, black pepper, chocolate.
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Ingredients
Ingredients
Content: Kava (Piper methysticum)
Preparation: Use up to 3 heaped tablespoons in 600ml warm water per person. Scoop Kava into a cloth bag, place in bowl & cover with water. Squeeze and knead for 5-10 mins. Squeeze out bag and set aside (to re-brew later). Strain liquid into cup. Alternatively, blend Kava with water for 1-2 minutes, then strain through cheesecloth or Kava bag. 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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I have tried the BirKar and the entire process was interesting and engaging.
I had spoken to people who had drank Kava overseas and had an idea of what to expect.
This flavour was peppery and quite enjoyable to drink.
I did feel relaxed but definitely not euphoric.
I will use it again because the whole process can be considered a ritual and it's fun.
Hi, thank you for your detailed review. Keep trying it and see if you notice the euphoria as it can be subtle and show up as a simple sense of pleasantness. We have been having it with a shot of coffee and getting a euphoric buzz form it. Thanks Laura