I'll have to admit...my first session with this was awesome. 4tbls in 24oz of water. I told my wife I found the perfect Kava for me. Was really balanced for me. I've been skimping on it as to not use it up too quickly and have had it 4 times since purchase. For whatever reason I've not obtained the same experience as the first time. Quite strange and depressing. I love the taste. Reminds me of Cactus Lawena, although I notice a very faint citrus aftertaste, which I really like. Hoping to get the same experience I had the first time, just hasn't happened yet. I get real consistency out of DNB and Squanch.