kl.trevorlay
Kava Curious
How long in the fridge can you keep your Kava kava after you brew it? And... how can one tell when it goes "bad" ?
How long dose Kava stay good after brewing?
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Kojo Douglas
The Kavasseur
it will smell "off"... I'd say 2 or 3 days tops
kl.trevorlay
Kava Curious
would you happen to know the effects of kava that has gone bad? Will you get sick, will it just not do anything or what happens? any one know?
Kojo Douglas
The Kavasseur
I wouldn't know about that, I haven't drank Kava that smelled off. If it smells bad, toss it out. Haha. It just seems like the instinctual thing to do.
kl.trevorlay
Kava Curious
well i had some in the fridge for awhile maybe 5 days or so, it didn't smell bad or anything and tasting the same, maybe a little less "Fresh" but I do think it may have been more stomach churning . I dunno *Shrug*
according to http://www.kavabyrex.com/faqs.html
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Q: What is the best way to store my kava and how long will it stay fresh?
A: Kava powder should be kept in dry storage conditions. This means cool, dark, dry and in an airtight container.
Similar to where you would keep your tubers, root vegetables and grain. It will last for a fairly long time this way.
Some say that you should keep your kava powder in the freezer or refrigerator. I don't really agree with this, but if so,
one definitely needs to take extra care to avoid freezer-burn and not to store it next to strong smelling items because
kava takes on other smells and flavors extremely easily.
Once the kava drink is made, it can be stored in your refrigerator for two weeks or more. After which it will "sour"
instead of spoil due to its high starch content. The more sterile your hands and kava making equipment are, the longer
your kava drink will last in the fridge.
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This is after straining, I'm sore it 'spoils' faster if you are soaking roots
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Q: What is the best way to store my kava and how long will it stay fresh?
A: Kava powder should be kept in dry storage conditions. This means cool, dark, dry and in an airtight container.
Similar to where you would keep your tubers, root vegetables and grain. It will last for a fairly long time this way.
Some say that you should keep your kava powder in the freezer or refrigerator. I don't really agree with this, but if so,
one definitely needs to take extra care to avoid freezer-burn and not to store it next to strong smelling items because
kava takes on other smells and flavors extremely easily.
Once the kava drink is made, it can be stored in your refrigerator for two weeks or more. After which it will "sour"
instead of spoil due to its high starch content. The more sterile your hands and kava making equipment are, the longer
your kava drink will last in the fridge.
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This is after straining, I'm sore it 'spoils' faster if you are soaking roots
Kojo Douglas
The Kavasseur
Trust me, it's only good a couple days.
kl.Project460
Kava Enthusiast
I cant even imagine drinking 2 week old kava
Prince Philip
Duke of Edinborogu
If you're using a method that allows a second pressing, let the makas soak until you're ready to press it. Up to 10 days doesn't appear to have negative effects on the flavor, and may even allow for a stronger dose.
I wonder if adding any antioxidants like Vitamin E would help preserve the flavor past a few days. I assume the kava is "stale" but that its natural antibacterial/anti fungal properties combined with proper refrigeration and thorough cleaning of containers and preparation materials before hand will allow it to be safe, if not 100% tasty.
I just made a GALLON of Rex's Isa. If it goes bad, I'll feed it to one of the Beefeaters on guard outside the palace and see if they can stand perfectly still, unsmiling.
I wonder if adding any antioxidants like Vitamin E would help preserve the flavor past a few days. I assume the kava is "stale" but that its natural antibacterial/anti fungal properties combined with proper refrigeration and thorough cleaning of containers and preparation materials before hand will allow it to be safe, if not 100% tasty.
I just made a GALLON of Rex's Isa. If it goes bad, I'll feed it to one of the Beefeaters on guard outside the palace and see if they can stand perfectly still, unsmiling.