Blending two powerful plant-based substances—kratom and kava—this drink is often consumed for its calming, mood-enhancing, and pain-relieving effects. But kratom kava drink what exactly is a kratom kava drink, and what should you know before trying it?
To understand the drink, it's essential to know the two primary ingredients: kratom and kava.
Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia. The leaves contain compounds called alkaloids, most notably mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, which interact with opioid receptors in the brain. At low doses, kratom can act as a stimulant; at higher doses, it can produce sedative and pain-relieving effects.
Kava (Piper methysticum) is a plant native to the South Pacific. Traditionally consumed as a ceremonial or social drink in cultures like Fiji and Vanuatu, kava is made by grinding the plant’s root and mixing it with water. Its active compounds, known as kavalactones, have calming, anti-anxiety, and muscle-relaxing effects.
What Is a Kratom Kava Drink?
A kratom kava drink is a beverage that combines extracts or ground material from both kratom and kava. It can be served chilled, like an iced tea, or warm like a traditional kava bowl. In some cafes or wellness bars, it may be mixed with flavors like coconut water, pineapple juice, or honey to mask the earthy and often bitter taste of both herbs.