Kelai Single Cultivar Instant Green Kava
Epi's Legendary Cultivar: Fast-Acting, Blissful and Uplifting
A legendary cultivar from the island of Epi, Kelai is known for its remarkably uplifting, cerebral character that manifests almost instantly. Dr Vincent Lebot and colleagues described Kelai as "the pinnacle achievement" of cultivar selection—the result of centuries selecting for the most enjoyable characteristics. So prized on Epi that most is consumed locally rather than exported, Kelai is a favourite for social sessions and unwinding after demanding days.
Character: Intensely heady with pure mental brightness and minimal body heaviness. Fast onset with relatively short duration—popular for focused sessions and social gatherings. Known for a clean finish without lingering heaviness.
Taste & Aroma: Smooth and creamy with notes of ripe bananas, dark chocolate, and almonds. Mild cashewy sweetness with subtle zesty heat.
Instant Format: Traditional kava powder contains coarse, woody fibres that must be strained out before drinking. For our instant kava, freshly harvested roots are washed, peeled, and have these fibres carefully removed prior to drying and milling into an ultra-fine powder. This is why you can enjoy it without any straining or kneading—just mix with water.
Origin: Epi, Vanuatu
Chemotype: 423165
Processing: Freshly harvested roots, coarse fibres removed, temperature-controlled dehydration, precision milled
Laterals-to-stump: Natural (30-70%)
Kavalactone Ratios (batch averages):
K to DHM: 5.11 (moderate variability)
K to DHK: 1.32
DHK to Y: 2.25
What do these ratios mean? →
Preparation: Mix 8g (1 heaping teaspoon or one sachet) per cup with 200-250ml water. Start with 2-3 cups per session. Complete preparation guide.
Note: Instant processing prioritises convenience and consistency. Traditional grind offers fuller aroma and flavour complexity. Learn more about kava forms.
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Organically Grown Noble Kava
100% pure noble kava from pristine volcanic soils. Our farmers cultivate specific single cultivars in regions best suited for each variety. Each plant matures for 3-5+ years using traditional organic farming methods passed down through generations.
Always Processed from Fresh
Each batch is exclusively made from kava harvested to order - never old village-dried stock. All plants undergo rigorous assessment: cultivar verification, freshness inspection, contamination screening, and rejection of any unhealthy or damaged roots.
Cleaned and dried to fresh perfection
Freshly harvested roots are meticulously cleaned and dried using proprietary methods. The process preserves maximum potency, fresh aroma, and bioactive compounds, while ensuring food safety. Each batch is immediately vacuum-sealed or nitrogen-flushed, locking in peak freshness.
Every Batch Tested
Our kava undergoes comprehensive testing using UHPLC analysis (superior to standard HPLC), full microbiological screening, and chemotype verification in an advanced in-house laboratory. Every batch comes with complete certificates of analysis and exceeds FSANZ Standard 2.6.3 requirements.
Check out our Certificates of Analysis