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[KavaHawk]

Hey guys!
So glad to find a forum where I can ask questions and learn about this great stuff! I am a former heavy cannabis user that can no longer use due to random drug tests with my job. I was first introduced to kava from the yogi kava tea bags. I have moved on to Wakacon kava I can get off of Amazon. I have tried two of their varieties, with one (lenawa? Lighter colored one) having a much greater effect.

I make my kava with about 3.5 tablespoons of kava to 1.5 cups of milk and .25 cups of creamer for the taste. I knead for over 10 minutes then shoot it down. I try to take it on as empty of a stomach as possible. I make one dose at a time. I have seen that most of you think that warm liquid works best but I try to knead for longer to compensate . Any suggestions in my process?

I wanted to see what recommendations you guys have as to what I should try next. After reading some of what you guys post on here, I have come to realize that Amazon can't be the best place to buy this stuff. Thanks so much and I look forward to reading your kava knowledge!

 

[kavadude]

I recommend water instead of milk personally, and a sample pack from one of the vendors on here.

 

[KavaHawk]

How do I get a sample pack? Just ask?

 

[kavadude]

Some sell them, e.g. http://gourmethawaiiankava.com

 

[Roberta Kavalli]

Welcome KavaHawk

 

[Rookietwoshoes]

Welcome. Bulakavahouse also has sample packs . Sample as much as you can so you can find out what works for you without having to buy larger amounts of kava that might not end up working for you.

 

[Steve Mariotti]

Hey guys!
So glad to find a forum where I can ask questions and learn about this great stuff!

You've come to the right place.

I make my kava with about 3.5 tablespoons of kava to 1.5 cups of milk and .25 cups of creamer for the taste. I knead for over 10 minutes then shoot it down. I try to take it on as empty of a stomach as possible. I make one dose at a time. I have seen that most of you think that warm liquid works best but I try to knead for longer to compensate . Any suggestions in my process?

Just use water, IMHO. And I use warm tap water, though I've used cold as well and haven't noticed much difference despite the fact that you'd think warm water would make oils flow more easily.

I wanted to see what recommendations you guys have as to what I should try next. After reading some of what you guys post on here, I have come to realize that Amazon can't be the best place to buy this stuff. Thanks so much and I look forward to reading your kava knowledge!

I would try a medium grind sampler from GHK (www.gourmethawaiiankava.com) and see what you like from there. I've become a huge fan of Hawaiian 'Ava. It's consistent, reliably high quality and there's a great variety of effects available.

 

[KavaHawk]

You've come to the right place.



Just use water, IMHO. And I use warm tap water, though I've used cold as well and haven't noticed much difference despite the fact that you'd think warm water would make oils flow more easily.



I would try a medium grind sampler from GHK (www.gourmethawaiiankava.com) and see what you like from there. I've become a huge fan of Hawaiian 'Ava. It's consistent, reliably high quality and there's a great variety of effects available.

thanks so much! .....maybe I am crazy but I feel like I have had better luck with milk instead of water? Am I the only person who thinks that

 

[Deleted User01]

Welcome to the forum @KavaHawk. It's time to trade in paranoia for some relaxing time on the couch. You can do kava anytime and anywhere and you don't have to be watching your rear view mirror for "trouble". I think you will like it in the long run.