Kelai Single Cultivar Traditional KavaEpi'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

Traditional Grind Format: Peeled kava root ground into a medium-grind powder

Our Flagship Instant Blend: Balanced

temperature-controlled dehydration

heavy-character blend made using 100% basal roots from heavier noble cultivars

described by those who've tried it as "like Kelai

K to DHM: 3

Five levels let you match the conversation to your group's comfort

A rare cultivar from the rugged bushlands of Malekula

Port Vila's Favourite: Warm

black pepper

progressing deeper as the evening unfolds

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