Description
Description:
Root of Happiness Premium Ground Kava Root – Vanuatu is traditional kava the way it’s been shared in the South Pacific for generations: dried, ground, and ready to knead into a bowl of water. It’s for anyone who wants a calm, social evening without reaching for a drink, whether this is your hundredth batch or your first.
Here’s the thing about kava: the ritual is half the point. You pour the grounds into a strainer bag, work them through cool water for a few minutes, and what comes out is an earthy, peppery brew that leaves a light tingle on the tongue. Root of Happiness sources this one from Vanuatu, the island nation most kava drinkers consider the heart of the plant’s tradition, and keeps it simple. Just the root, nothing else in the bag.
It fits right into our Kava Extracts collection as the no-shortcuts option. Instead of a dropper or a powder you stir into juice, this is the full, hands-on version. One tablespoon (about 6 grams) is a serving, and a half-pound bag gives you plenty to share with friends or stretch across a few weeks of unwinding on your own.
At CannaBuddy, we carry it because it’s honest kava from a brand that does exactly one thing. Drink. Relax. Enjoy. That’s the whole pitch, and we think it holds up.
Benefits:
Kava has a loyal following for a reason. It’s mellow and sociable, and it’s easy to build a little ritual around. Ground root is the most traditional way to enjoy it, and this Vanuatu-grown batch keeps things clean and simple. If you’ve only ever tried kava in extract form, this is the one that shows you what the fuss is about.
- Single-origin kava root from Vanuatu, the island region best known for the plant
- Promotes a relaxed, easygoing mood that pairs well with a slow evening or a get-together
- Earthy, peppery flavor with the classic tongue-tingle kava drinkers look for
- Traditional ground format. Knead it, strain it, share it.
- Zero sugar, 20 calories per serving, nothing added
- Third-party tested, with the lab results posted right here on the page
Learn more…
What is kava, and how does it make you feel?
Kava is a root from the pepper family grown across the South Pacific, where islanders have been drinking it for centuries. The experience is relaxed and sociable rather than sleepy. Most people describe a settled, content mood, loosened-up conversation, and a mild numbing tingle on the lips and tongue right after a shell. It’s the kind of thing you drink with friends at the end of the day, not something that knocks you out.
What’s the difference between ground kava root and kava extract?
Ground root is the traditional, hands-on version: you knead the grounds through water for a few minutes, strain, and drink. It takes more effort, but you get the full flavor and the ritual that comes with it. Extracts, instant powders, and tinctures skip the prep and are built for convenience. Great when you’re on the go, less great if you actually enjoy the process. Plenty of kava fans keep both around.
Why does Vanuatu kava matter?
Vanuatu is widely considered the home of kava, and its growers have been cultivating the plant for a very long time. Kava from the islands has a reputation for being reliable and well suited to everyday drinking, which is exactly what you want in a bag you’ll go back to night after night. Root of Happiness sources this batch directly from Vanuatu rather than blending roots from multiple regions.
Is CannaBuddy legit?
Yes. We’re a real brick-and-mortar shop with locations in Charlotte and Matthews, North Carolina, and we ship across most of the country. Every product we carry is third-party tested, and we post the Certificate of Analysis on the product page so you can check it before you buy. That goes for kava just as much as it does for everything else on the shelf. If kava’s your thing, browse the full shop to see what else we’ve got in the relaxation department.
Suggested Use:
- Measure 6 grams of ground kava (about one tablespoon) per half cup of water, and pour the grounds into a strainer bag.
- Knead the strainer bag in a bowl of cool water for about 3 minutes, squeezing steadily until the water turns cloudy and tan.
- Pour into a cup (a coconut shell if you’ve got one) and drink it down in a few big gulps. Kava is a chugging drink, not a sipping drink.
- Start with one serving, give it 15-20 minutes, and go from there. A half-pound bag makes roughly 4-6 quarts, so there’s plenty of room to find the amount you like.
- Store in a cool, dry place with the bag sealed tightly.
- Do not drive or operate machinery after use.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Product Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
| Serving Size: 1 Tbsp (6 g) Servings Per Container: 38 |
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| Amount Per Serving | %DV* | |
| Calories | 20 | |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5 g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 0 g | |
| Includes 0 g Added Sugars | 0% | |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
| *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | ||
Ingredients:
Made with ground kava root grown in Vanuatu.
Lab Results:
Root of Happiness Premium Ground Kava Root – Vanuatu COA
Grab a strainer bag, a bowl, and a few friends. And if you’re still deciding between ground root and something quicker, take a look at everything we carry before you pick.