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Lateral roots to chew.

kl.Jerome

Kava Curious
Does anyone on here know of or offer whole latteral roots to chew on?  I used to chew the roots but can't find a reputable online source.  Thanks much!
 

kl.Jerome

Kava Curious
Thanks.  I'm buying a half a pound to give it a try.  I've never used this company before,  Kava Kauai, but I love chewing the roots so I'll update this page once it arrives.
 

kl.CarolinaBC

Kava Enthusiast
Buddhacide, I shipped you what I had left on Friday so I'd think if you have not gotten them today you should get them tomorrow.  I buy about 75% of my kava from Kava Kauai and Gary is a straight shooter.
 

kl.Jerome

Kava Curious
Chewing the root produces a quicker, more pronounced effect without the accompanying nausea that can often plague heavy kava use.  More head feeling quicker basically.  Particularly when chewing the whole lateral roots as they pack the best punch.  I’ve always liked the taste of kava but root chewing actually has a milder flavor than a good strong batch of traditionally kneaded kava.  It is also easier to carry, use and store than kava juice.  Great for travel when you’re not staying put for very long like backpacking.
 

Ed!

Kava Enthusiast
Curious enough to make a small purchase myself. Always looking for a way to bring kava's relaxing effects to work.
 

kl.Jerome

Kava Curious
Got the roots out of the mail box when I got home.  They are delicious, not too hard, and have a quite pleasant effect.  Highly recomended.  Like I used to years ago, I just chew the heck out of the roots untill all the soft tissue has been swallowed and what is left is the harder, more fiberous stuff, spit that out and keep chewing.  Great way to enjoy kava!
 

Ed!

Kava Enthusiast
I also got a batch today, popped one in my mouth and it's good stuff. The kava taste is delicious, and the instant effect is pretty nice. I might bring some of these nubs to work.
 

Buddhacide

Kava Enthusiast
Got mine from carolinabc today (thanks again). These are great to have around. I just tried a small piece and chewed it for about 15 minutes. Very nice, mild effect. Taste was not terrible. Aftertaste is great - like I just brushed my teeth. My mouth is refreshed. I dig it.
 

Paradise Kava

Honolulu, HI
Kava Vendor
Second that. We drank some kava at our Hilo Farmer's booth a while back when he was vacationing on the Big Island of Hawaii. I like Gary. - Adil Ghiasi
 

kl.Jerome

Kava Curious
Ok, this may sound gross, but I was chewing roots last night and wound up with way too much in my mouth.  So I spat it into warm water and used my strainer bag to make a brew and it was some of the best I've drank!  I doubt I would have many people sharing the brew,,, but I enjoyed it thoroughly!
 

Ed!

Kava Enthusiast
Now that's traditional! I may have to so the same.



I really like these little root nubs by the way. On days that I don't have the energy to brew anything up I really like sitting on the porch with my pocket knife and a little nub, slice off a bit, chew on it until it's gone, slice off another strip, chew again. Pretty easy and satisfying routine.
 
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