How to mix Kava, Kava Powder, Kava mixing

1) Get the Kava Powder! You will want it to be strong and potent. Fijian or Tongan is usually the best from what we have experienced. You always get the best Kava at: Taste of Kava .com!

2) Find a container. Many people use a cooler or bucket if they are mixing for a lot of people. If its a small amount, a large bowl will work great. Traditionally, Polynesians will use a large wooden bowl called a "Tanoa" to mix. It really doesn't make a difference if you use a traditional bowl or any other container. The only difference is the overall emotion of the experience. If you are throwing a party, mixing your Kava Powder in a traditional bowl (Tanoa) is much more fun.

3) Get the strainer. There are many different types of material to use. I personally use women's pantyhose (embarrassing I know, but it works great). Cheesecloth, wire mesh, and even an old t-shirt will work as well. I have found the women's pantyhose to be the easiest.

4) Add the dry Kava powder to the strainer. The rule of thumb is to mix 1-5 heaping tablespoon(s) of Kava Powder to 1 cup of water, so according to the strength you prefer, measure out how much you will need. (If you are mixing Kava for the first time, try using 2-3 tablespoons per cup of water.)

5) "Knead" the Kava Powder through the water without letting the Kava Powder escape into the bowl. When done, lift out the strainer and squeeze any remaining water out.

That is it! The end result should be some brown, muddy looking water. Traditionally people will use a coconut shell to drink the Kava with. If you don't happen to have any coconut shells lying around, a small bowl, cup, or even a ladel will work great. Mixing Kava is not a hard process and should give you some great results, especially for those of you that are stressed out and just need to relax. Enjoy drinking Kava and your good nights rest. It may just be the best you have ever had.