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Kola Nut Powder
Kola Nut Powder
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Kola nuts are the seeds from an African tree, with strong stimulating properties upon the central nervous system, as well as mild mood-enhancing effects. Kola is high in caffeine, with trace amounts of the late- onset stimulant alkaloid theobromine. Kola was traditionally used by tribesmen on hunting trips, due to its stamina enhancing effects.
Great for working.
Kola nuts are the seeds from an African tree, with strong stimulating properties upon the central nervous system, as well as mild mood-enhancing effects. Kola is high in caffeine, with trace amounts of the late- onset stimulant alkaloid theobromine. Kola was traditionally used by tribesmen on hunting trips, due to its stamina enhancing effects.
Great for working.
Kola Nut Uses & Actions
Kola Nut Uses & Actions
Primary Uses: Energy, Working, Endurance, and Stimulation.
Key Herbal Actions: Stimulant.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Contents: Kola Nut (Cola vera) dried herb powder
Preparation: 1-2 tsp/cup. Simmer covered 10 minutes. Add milk and honey to taste. Add to soda to flavour it.
SUGGESTED USE
SUGGESTED USE
PHYTOTHERAPY
PHYTOTHERAPY
Kola Nut (Cola vera / Cola spp., dried herb powder)
Kola nut powder is made from the dried seeds of Cola species, traditionally Cola nitida, Cola acuminata, and the closely related Cola vera. The seeds naturally contain caffeine, theobromine and other methylxanthines, along with tannins, saponins and antioxidant polyphenols¹. These compounds contribute to the kola nut’s stimulant qualities, supporting alertness, reducing fatigue and gently enhancing metabolic and circulatory activity².
In West African traditional use, kola nuts have been chewed or ground into powder as part of social, ceremonial and medicinal practices, often valued for promoting clarity, vigour and endurance¹. Modern phytochemical analyses confirm its high caffeine content and the presence of antimicrobial and antioxidant constituents².
This information is for educational purposes only and does not refer to the effects of any specific product.
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1. Egbujor, M. C., Ike, S. E., Anieze, E. O., Kanayochukwu, U. L., Nwankwo, N. E., Chidebelu, I. C., & Okenwa-Ani, C. G. (2019). A comparative study of the phytochemical activities of some Nigerian indigenous kola nuts Kola acuminate (Igbo kola nut), Kola vera (Hausa kola nut), and Garcinia kola (bitter kola). Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research, 3(2). https://doi.org/10.9734/ajacr/2019/v3i230090
2. Dewole, E. A., Dewumi, D. F. A., Alabi, J. Y. T., & Adegoke, A. (2013). Proximate and phytochemical of Cola nitida and Cola acuminata. Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences, 16(22). https://doi.org/10.3923/pjbs.2013.1593.1596
Specifications
Specifications
Kola Nut Powder by Happy Herb Co.
Other Names: Cola vera
Grown in: Ivory Coast / Nigeria
Organic Status: Conventional
Plant Parts: Seeds
Packaging: Home compostable, reusable zip lock pouch
Vegan Friendly
Precautions
Precautions
- Caution: contains caffeine
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.

Kola Nut
A caffeine-containing herb with a stimulating effect on the central nervous system.
Fantastic - have now done 2 orders and received within a couple of days. Packaging perfect. Herbs perfect. I will 100% reorder
Absolutely loved this stuff. We've been making the most amazing homemade kola nut cordial with it but as the other reviewer said, there really needs to be a larger size option, preferably with a bulk discount.
Hi Emily, thank you for your feedback! We will definitely take your recommendation regarding bulk size/discount into consideration So glad you enjoyed the kola nut.
Cheers,
Happy Herb Co
Made great home made cola with it.
Needs 500g or 1kg option. Had to purchase from somewhere else for 500g for $30. Bulk discount would be good.
Hi Danny, Thank you for your review! So glad to hear you enjoyed the kola nut. We will definitely take the bulk sizing recommendation into consideration, really appreciate this feedback. Cheers!
Long lasting steady energy.
Hi Beth, thank you for your review! We are glad to hear the kola nut provided for long lasting sustained energy! Your feedback helps other customers connect to the best products for their unique needs, so we really appreciate it. Cheers, Happy Herb Co
Great in a morning soy smoothie
Hi KD, thank you for your review! Yum - a kola nut smoothie is a great idea! Your feedback helps other customers connect to the best products for their unique needs, so we really appreciate it. Cheers, Happy Herb Co




