I see so many first time kava drinkers give up on the first sip. Now don’t get me wrong, it Does Not Taste Good, but I am a bit disappointed in those who are genuinely curious about kava and kratom and decide to give up on the first try. Kava and kratom have tremendous physical […]

Sovereign Kava Bar is the first of it’s kind in Asheville, North Carolina. Sovereign has gone through many different changes since opening, but what has remained true throughout its over 10 years of operation, is it’s kava-centric style. One thing I have noticed as a kava enjoyer from the St. Petersburg area is that many […]

I’ve shared more than once on this blog that Dharma Kava Lounge is my favorite spot to grab a shell. (or two.. or three). They’ve got an expansive menu, friendly and well educated kava tenders, amenities such as pool, ping pong, and board games, as well as some of the most entertaining weekly events that […]

Kratom, otherwise known as the Mitragyna Speciosa is a plant in the coffee family that originates from southeast Asia. Kratom has historically been used to treat a multitude of ailments – such as pain relief and mental health problems like anxiety.  In recent times, kratom has shown promise in the treatment of opiate addictions.Kratom is […]

Nakamal is the term used to describe social clubs that exist on the South Pacific island of Vanuatu. Vanuatu is known for its mountainous and volcanic climate, as well as it’s agriculture. Vanuatu’s economy is largely supported by trade, and kava is at the heart of it. Kava use varies greatly across the islands, as […]

Kava bars come in all different shapes and sizes. Though the term “bar” can imply that kava bars intend to replicate traditional bars, many kava bars take a completely different route. Whether you’re looking for nightlife or a quiet place to study, I can assure you that there is a kava bar out there that […]

Kava has been used for hundreds of years in ceremonial and social practices. Kava is known for its calming and socially-lubricating effects, as well as its earthy taste and the tingly feeling it leaves on your lips. Though kava is regarded largely as a social beverage, it is also used for a variety of medical […]

If you frequent gas stations or smoke shops in the Tampa Bay area, it is highly likely that you’ve seen big signs plastered on the windows and walls pushing the sale of kratom. Kratom has had a huge impact on exotic tea-enjoyers across the world, and there is a large concentration of kratom drinkers in […]

In this post I discussed briefly what effects kava may have on your body upon consumption, and what to expect in regards to combining kava with other substances. Kava itself is a relatively exotic tea, though (as with anything), it is important that every individual who decides to consume kava be wary of their own […]

Kava is frequently consumed as a safe and natural alternative to other intoxicants such as alcohol. Because of this, kava is understood to be generally safe assuming it is not consumed with anything that may interact poorly with it, such as alcohol.  Kava is not addictive, kava is not an imperative, and kava can be […]