Everything you need to know about kava
Sep 11, 2026
What Does Kava Actually Feel Like?
The question I get more than any other: "what does kava actually do?"
The first thing you'll notice, especially ...
Sep 10, 2026
Where Does Kava Come From? The South Pacific Kava Belt Explained
Yesterday I told you kava is a root. Today, let's talk geography.
Kava grows across what's known as the South Pa...
Sep 8, 2026
What Is Kava? A Beginner's Guide to the South Pacific Root
Bula, I'm Matt, founder of Kavafied. This is the first post in a 30-part series where I'm going to teach you ever...
Nov 19, 2025
The Sacred Vessel Reimagined: Tracing the History of the Tanoa and Kumete to Kavafied's Modern Innovation
The ritual of drinking kava, a soothing beverage derived from the roots of the Piper methysticum plant, is one of the...
Apr 16, 2024
The Kavafied Legend of the Kava Tonga Kava Shot
Legend has it that one day, a bottle was cast into the ocean from the shores of Eueiki. Inside, nestled among the sacred Kava roots, was a note that simply stated, “Spread peace and happiness beyond the horizon.” Carried by the currents, this bottle embarked on a journey across the vast Pacific, holding within it the essence and spirit of Tonga, until one day, it washed up on the shores of America.
Feb 8, 2024
Kava Culture: Exploring Traditional Ceremonies, Kava clubs, and Modern Kava Bars
The world of kava culture is a vibrant tapestry woven with diverse traditions, customs, and social dynamics. From the sacred rituals of Vanuatu to the convivial atmosphere of kava bars, each facet of kava culture offers a unique lens through which to appreciate the significance of this revered drink.
Feb 3, 2024
Decolonizing Kava Farming in America: Honoring Tradition and Customer Preferences
In America, a different story unfolds. Here, a movement is underway to reclaim the essence of kava farming, rooted in the desires of the people and not the dictates of external forces. The American kava farming movement is a beacon of hope, a symbol of decolonization in the agricultural realm.
Jan 28, 2024
What does it mean to be Florida Sober?
In recent years, a new term has emerged within discussions about sobriety: "Florida Sober." This lifestyle choice involves abstaining from alcohol and pills while incorporating kava and kratom into one's routine.
Sep 22, 2023
The Kava Farming Manifest Destiny: Empowering Pasifika Communities Through Global Expansion
As Pasifika communities, including native Hawaiians, increasingly reside outside their ancestral lands, the imperative to preserve their cultural heritage grows stronger. The expansion of kava farming worldwide embodies a modern-day manifestation of the historical concept of manifest destiny.
Sep 17, 2023
Cultivating Traditions: Preserving Pasifika Agricultural Heritage Through Kava Farming in Florida
In the vast expanse of the Americas, a lost Pasifika tradition finds its roots once again. Far away from the shores o...
Aug 11, 2023
The 4 Key Differences Between Old World and New World Kava
When it comes to kava, the traditional drink of the South Pacific, it's fascinating to explore how its cultivation, flavors, and effects differ between its place of origin and the Americas. In this article, we'll delve into the four key distinctions between Old World (South Pacific) kava and (New World) North and South American kava.
Mar 3, 2023
SIFTFLATION IS REAL - Have You Been Buying Cut Kava?
With rising costs due to inflation around the world, it is becoming more and more common for businesses to cut the ka...