Introspect
Kava Curious
At around lunchtime yesterday I decided to dip into this Tongan that Mike sent me (the prep details listed first are pertaining to this session). In the middle of me kneading my mother called and said she was being admitted to the hospital and needed me to drive her in about an hour. Needless to say this broke the initial zone I was in, but I still had some time before I had to leave so I only did one wash. Once I was done kneading I made 2 glasses full right there and downed them. Being that I had more important priorities to focus on I don't think the effects were like they would have been otherwise. I did get even more focused, determined and motivated and noticed some headiness shortly after consumption. It did help me to stay focused and productive like I needed to be throughout the day (also felt like I was even more helpful in the situation that arose). Made sure my mother had everything she needed, took her to the hospital and spent some time with her up there for a while.
I arrived home at around dusk and decided to do a second wash (I had left everything sitting on the counter before I left earlier). Did the second wash in only about 2-3oz of water and downed that before I prepared everything for the next session. That gave me a slight boost of headiness and stimulated my enthusiasm for the evening session. This time, instead of using the muslin strainer, I used panty hose. I could already tell I was going to get a more beneficial wash from the panty hose (the prep details listed second pertains to this session). I got a very nice color to this one within the first few minutes of kneading; reminiscent of chocolate milk.
Did a second wash in about 2oz of water in a glass measuring cup. Drank one glass from the first wash and within minutes my eyes widened. This was new to me, as I have only tried the Boronguru before this (in 'true' kava that is) which was like a perfect balance of everything I seem to benefit from. Drank the rest from the first wash (drank is a funny word by the way... never realized that, lol) and I could feel the headiness beginning to take effect. Chilled for a few minutes, then consumed the second wash (used consumed this time so I don't get distracted by that funny word). Along with the headiness came a slight burst of energy it seemed; like I was ready to get something done, so I washed some dishes while I was trying to decide what to eat for dinner.
Before I fixed dinner I came back to my computer for a few. At this point I thought to myself, "Is this what getting krunked is?", because to say the least the headiness was creeping into full effect and I wanted to be doing something, just wasn't sure what. I realized I haven't been on Twitch tv in a while (I know some people who stream there) so I logged in and a friend of mine was streaming. Was the perfect chance to be social and enjoy the effects I was feeling. Chatted with him for a while then went to fix the Kung Pao chicken that was on my mind. After I ate it seemed to level the effects out a bit, but it was still very heady and euphoric. The anxiolytic properties were present as well. It also seemed to give me more of an appetite than I already had when I got home, which was great because that Kung Pao chicken was incredible. Had a great time socializing with my friend and watching his stream for several hours.
Overall, I would say this is a great daytime kava. The type of headiness and euphoria it had, I could see it complimenting creativity and it definitely stimulates focus. It was also great for being sociable and enjoying things I haven't in a while. Finished the night off with 2 cups of herbal tea, cuddled up in my recliner and slept like a baby (I do sleep in a bed, but sometimes the recliner hits the spot, lol). Awoke early today inspired and motivated. Was definitely surprised by the effects of the evening session, being that it was my first 'pure heady' experience. I'm giving it an overall score of 4 shells, because personally, the more balanced effects from the Borongoru are the reason I chose to take kava to begin with. Plus, it wasn't quite as smooth going down as the Borongoru, in my opinion. This was different from what I was used to, but still very nice and may grow on me. It's great to be able to have various cultivars to choose from depending on the benefits you desire.
I arrived home at around dusk and decided to do a second wash (I had left everything sitting on the counter before I left earlier). Did the second wash in only about 2-3oz of water and downed that before I prepared everything for the next session. That gave me a slight boost of headiness and stimulated my enthusiasm for the evening session. This time, instead of using the muslin strainer, I used panty hose. I could already tell I was going to get a more beneficial wash from the panty hose (the prep details listed second pertains to this session). I got a very nice color to this one within the first few minutes of kneading; reminiscent of chocolate milk.
Did a second wash in about 2oz of water in a glass measuring cup. Drank one glass from the first wash and within minutes my eyes widened. This was new to me, as I have only tried the Boronguru before this (in 'true' kava that is) which was like a perfect balance of everything I seem to benefit from. Drank the rest from the first wash (drank is a funny word by the way... never realized that, lol) and I could feel the headiness beginning to take effect. Chilled for a few minutes, then consumed the second wash (used consumed this time so I don't get distracted by that funny word). Along with the headiness came a slight burst of energy it seemed; like I was ready to get something done, so I washed some dishes while I was trying to decide what to eat for dinner.
Before I fixed dinner I came back to my computer for a few. At this point I thought to myself, "Is this what getting krunked is?", because to say the least the headiness was creeping into full effect and I wanted to be doing something, just wasn't sure what. I realized I haven't been on Twitch tv in a while (I know some people who stream there) so I logged in and a friend of mine was streaming. Was the perfect chance to be social and enjoy the effects I was feeling. Chatted with him for a while then went to fix the Kung Pao chicken that was on my mind. After I ate it seemed to level the effects out a bit, but it was still very heady and euphoric. The anxiolytic properties were present as well. It also seemed to give me more of an appetite than I already had when I got home, which was great because that Kung Pao chicken was incredible. Had a great time socializing with my friend and watching his stream for several hours.
Overall, I would say this is a great daytime kava. The type of headiness and euphoria it had, I could see it complimenting creativity and it definitely stimulates focus. It was also great for being sociable and enjoying things I haven't in a while. Finished the night off with 2 cups of herbal tea, cuddled up in my recliner and slept like a baby (I do sleep in a bed, but sometimes the recliner hits the spot, lol). Awoke early today inspired and motivated. Was definitely surprised by the effects of the evening session, being that it was my first 'pure heady' experience. I'm giving it an overall score of 4 shells, because personally, the more balanced effects from the Borongoru are the reason I chose to take kava to begin with. Plus, it wasn't quite as smooth going down as the Borongoru, in my opinion. This was different from what I was used to, but still very nice and may grow on me. It's great to be able to have various cultivars to choose from depending on the benefits you desire.
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