Australia Kava Shop is owned by
Sokomanu Leivatanu Holdings Pty Ltd:
C/O Suite 3, Level 3/20 Smith
St, Parramatta NSW 2150
ABN: 27 217 192 725
ACN: 614 656 183
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With 17 years’ experience in the kava industry, we are as passionate as ever about how kava can improve the lives of Australians….. We Know Our Roots!
With many Australians looking to move away from alcohol, they are looking for safe and legal social tonics. Enter 1000s of years of Vanuatu kava, the ideal social beverage. All the fun but with No Hangover
Anxiety and Insomnia are a true scourge of Australian society. Fiji Kava, renown for its ability to relax the body and turn off the head noise, is the perfect nullifier!
Our lives are fast paced and not everyone has the time to prepare traditional kava. Instant kava, ready in 10seconds or the Alu Ball Kava Shaker ready in 2 minutes both fit perfectly into busy Australians lives!
Our customers love telling us how kava has improved their relationships, increased their sleep quality, lowered their anxiety, and helped them kick alcohol to the kerb.
We can’t wait to help YOU start your kava journey and change your life as well!
When I first tried this Natural Kava, I have to admit I assumed it would be some weak kava blend that was just thrown together from cheap kava sources.
Boy was I wrong... they've taken a bunch of absolute premium kava and engineered a POWERFUL blend that's just a smashing upper head high.
The kavalactins, the feel good compound, must be off the scales on this blend. It's just an absolute bliss and inner peace feeling. So much so that it's become my favourite kava here.
The flavour is decent too, although a bit variable between grass and old leather. The potency is always the same though.
I really do highly recommend this stuff, and Cam's done an awesome job sourcing such a lovely kava.
Thought i'd share with you a little straining secret too, for those of you using a blender and straining it into a bowl.
You pour the kava into the corner of the bag, squeeze from the top, then squeeze the middle into an hour-glass shape, and intermittently squeeze the bottom and top of the hour-glass.
Makes straining the bag a whole lot easier, and you can squeeze every drop out.
Anyway, Bula! and enjoy the kava folks. It sure beats alcohol. 🙂
Waka Premium Kava Powder Review
Quality and Taste
Waka Premium Kava Powder stands out as a high-quality kava product that delivers a smooth, earthy taste typical of traditional kava root. The grind is fine, making it easy to prepare, whether you prefer the traditional straining method or a modern blender approach. The flavor is earthy and slightly bitter, which is expected for kava enthusiasts, but not overpowering.
Potency
The potency is impressive, offering a calming and relaxing effect within 20-30 minutes. It’s perfect for unwinding after a long day or as a natural way to manage stress and anxiety. The kavalactone content is noticeable, providing a balance of relaxation without excessive sedation, making it suitable for both newcomers and seasoned kava drinkers.
Preparation
The powder is easy to work with and blends well in cold or warm water. For best results, use a strainer bag or muslin cloth to ensure a smooth texture. The instructions on the package are clear, and the preparation process doesn’t take long.
Packaging
Waka Premium Kava Powder comes in a resealable bag that preserves freshness and makes storage convenient. The packaging is minimalist but effective, with clear information about the product and usage guidelines.
Value for Money
Given the quality and potency, Waka Premium Kava Powder offers great value for money. It’s priced competitively compared to other premium kava products on the market, and a small amount goes a long way.
Pros:
High-quality and potent
Smooth, traditional flavor
Easy to prepare
Resealable packaging for freshness
Good value for money
Cons:
The earthy taste may be an acquired preference for some
Not ideal for those seeking a less potent, beginner-friendly kava
Final Thoughts
Waka Premium Kava Powder is an excellent choice for anyone looking to experience authentic, high-quality kava. Whether you're winding down at the end of the day or seeking a natural way to manage stress, this product delivers on its promises. While the taste may not suit everyone initially, the relaxing effects make it worth trying.
Love the Vanuatu Kava and the Borogu variety is my favourite. Its easy to drink, like other Vanuatu varieties I've tried it has a peppery creamy taste and not bitter like the Fijian kava. It makes a good potent brew with heavy heady effects and pleasant dreams. Been drinking Kava as an alternative to alcohol for just over 6 months now, its helped me keep away from the booze and I dont miss it (and lost some weight which is a win win). Would recommend Vanuatu variety to anyone and Borogu is a great one to start on. Mixed my NYE batch to see in the new year happy and chilled and without the hangover.
Haven’t had a drink it’s the bomb I love it .
Thank you very much .
Regards Andrew
A well balanced kava that combined relief with a bit of pleasant euphoria
I don't mind straight kava; just toss it back. My wife however struggled until now (dysgeusia). Half a pod does the trick and leaves enough for round 2. The best for a quick fix for the taste challenged. Thanks for finding it!
I recently tried Kava for the first time as I've given up drinking, and it's an awesome substitute to relax you. The Borogu Kava was a much better product than one I bought off the shelf at Coles!
Bought the Borogu kava to serve at a gathering and it went down a treat!
This is a great product and a good alternative to drinking alcohol. Very relaxing too.
Love have this for supper after tea to help have a great sleep . Works well love it
Borogu is a nice strong kava. Just like Melo Melo. I Look forward to coming home for a few a few shells of Borogu after a long day at work. Reminds me of sitting at a Nakamal back at home.
Bought my first bag recently and very happy with the product. My routine is now solid each night with good sleep nightly.
This strain is as strong as, if not more than any others I've had this year.
Will be buying again
I was in desperate need of something to replace alcohol in my evenings at home. I tried the 'kneed yourself' kava, and while it worked, it was a lot of mess for one person. The instant kava, with some sugar-free syrup and soda water has changed my life. I'm using 5g per serve, and it does a great job of a mild sedative in the evening - more or less why I was drinking but without the slurring, hangovers or calories. HIGHLY recommend.
I did get used to the taste, but never really liked it. A little syrup covers it up just as well as orange or pineapple jiuce.
Strong and does the job really well to squeeze all the goodness out.
This is by far the best product. So easy and I find it the strongest .of all the blends . I’ve tried another instant from a competitor, and it doesn’t compare .
Australia Kava Shop is a family owned business with history in the kava business reaching back to 2007. We source certified noble variety exclusively from our Pacific contacts that we have built over the past 17 years. We want kava in Australia to be a success. To do this we package our products in HACCAP certified conditions. We also certify that all our imports are of noble variety. We strive to make your Australian kava experience the best possible.
WE KNOW OUR ROOTS!
After developing a kava extract that meant we could get the kava reduced down to a 100:1 ratio on normal kava, we decided to show the world how it could be used. In partnership with Vanuatu Beverages, we showed the world what could be done with “Lava Cola”.
Tanna Island is known as having the strongest kava in the world. However due to its rugged nature and the strength of culture, Tanna kava was rarely used outside of Vanuatu. In 2008 we worked with custom facilitators to export the strongest kava in the world to the USA and helped put money back into the hands of Tannese kava growers.
Walking through the Nadi kava markets can be daunting for first timers. We were lucky to meet Atish Govind and Zurin Ali from QIO Kava on one of our first trips and they helped us traverse the kava landscape in Fiji. We went onto partner with them to send many tonnes of their Fiji waka to the United States and countries in the EU.
Vanuatu has always been a popular tourism destination. However there was no store that focused solely on promoting and selling kava to tourists. In 2008 we decided to change that and opened “The Kava Emporium”. It revolutionised the way kava was retailed both in Vanuatu and throughout the world. Kava Candy, Kava Chocolate, we stocked it all.
We built relationships with the booming nakamal industry in the US throughout the 00’s. Vanuatu kava and Fiji kava were supplied by us to many US kava bars. These kava bars included Noble Kava, Sovereign Kava and Square Rut. We also supplied EU companies such as Europe Kava Club.
We partnered with both Vanuatu Rugby League and the Vanuatu Surfing Association to help them financially with their Rugby League Test matches and International surf contests as well as development programs. We are still involved with the Vanuatu Surfing Association today!
“You can’t buy happiness but you can buy kava and that’s kind of the same thing”
The Kava Kritic – Kava Forums 2014
Awarded the “Happiest Country on Earth” by the “Happy Planet Index” multiple times, Vanuatu and Fiji are also known for their kava. These are not mutually exclusive and the fact that most Ni-Vanuatu and Fijians finish their day with a shell of kava could very well have something to do with them being happy!
The team at Australia Kava Shop met in Vanuatu in the 2002. After working in other industries, they decided to build a kava business. That lead us into developing new kava products, opening new markets around the world, starting the world’s first dedicated kava retail store and most importantly, meeting the best people in the kava business. Click HERE to see some of our previous kava endeavors!
We relocated to Australia in 2016 and closed down our kava business after Tropical Cyclone Pam. However, when the Australian government decided to make kava imports legal again, we decided to utilise our old network to make the best kava from the South Pacific available in Australia. Therefore “Australia Kava Shop” was born.
We are dedicated to making the kava experience an option for all Australians and to do it with the best product, the best service, at the best price. We are happy to claim “We Know Our Roots” .
Australia Kava Shop is owned by
Sokomanu Leivatanu Holdings Pty Ltd:
C/O Suite 3, Level 3/20 Smith
St, Parramatta NSW 2150
ABN: 27 217 192 725
ACN: 614 656 183