What is a Kava Bar

In recent years, Kava Bars in the US have been sprouting in different cities across the country, with Florida leading the pack. Based on current trends, Kava is becoming a great social drink. People who drink it loosen up, relax, and plunge into a happy and relaxed mood. And the best part is it gives one a good night’s sleep without the inconvenience of nursing a nasty hangover the following morning. (Sounds great, right?) Its popularity is currently on the rise. And it looks to be gaining momentum as a better, healthier alternative toalcoholic drinks and some say it offers the potential for weight loss. We can’t help but ask: What is Kava and is Kava perhaps the next significant innovation in coffee bars coast to coast. 

Upon learning about Kava, it is easy to assume it is merely a misspelling of Spain’s famous sparkling wine, “Cava.” However, Kava is a Western Pacific drink with a long history and robust flavor that is experiencing a rise in interest in major U.S. cities. Made from the ground root of the kava plant, fans of the intoxicating beverage say it produces a state of calm relaxation and can reduce anxiety. Research suggests that frequent use doesn’t impair cognitive function.

In recent years the beverage has begun to come into vogue in some American cities, with the opening of several kava bars. These bars act as a pleasant social meeting ground and could be considered a new sort of coffee house with comfortable seating, relaxing lighting, and an abundance of conversation. Kava bartenders or kavatenders are also encouraged to socialize and talk up the history. Positive effects of Kava to their patrons and the kava community is known to cheer the Fijian catchall phrase “Bula!” when sharing drinks.

What is Kava

Kava is a plant native to the south pacific islands. Most of our Kava is sourced from Fiji and Vanuatu, but we also showcase strains from different islands. The root of the pepper plant Piper Methysticum is hand squeeze into an intoxicating drink that customers find it helps reduce stress, muscle aches, and a social lubricant for wallflowers. Traditionally Kava has been used in ceremonies on the islands. As well as a drink to share with friends and neighbors. Kava has a reverse tolerance, so if you are new to Kava, let us know so we can help ensure you have an excellent first experience. The more often you consume Kava, the less you will need to feel the effects. A Bula is a shared experienced

What is Kratom

Kratom is a generous plant from southeast Asia that we use to make our Cosmic Tea. The leaves of the kratom plant contain alkaloids that, when consumed in a tea, can provide an excellent mood lift. Many of our customers at Cosmic Kava, using higher doses of kratom find it helps with pain as well as giving a sense of wellbeing. The different strains also have their characteristics.

White kratom has more of the mood lift and focus. Red kratom provides relaxation and warm relief. Green kratom is well rounded and balanced, leaving a smile on your face. Many customers report kratom being beneficial for depression, anxiety, mood balance, chronic pain, as well as being an essential tool in recovery from alcohol, opiates, and other substances.

What is Kombucha

Kombucha is a popular beverage made by fermenting healthy yeast and bacteria in tea,

usually containing seasonal fruits or flavors. This delicious fizzy beverage provides a host of healthy micronutrients for the stomach flora. Think of it as nature’s probiotic. It’s essential to take care of your gut, and there is no reason it taking care of it cant be delicious!