Instant Kava - 6.62% Kavalactones - Body - (Night Time)

Instant Kava 6.62% Kavalactones, Body (Night Time) is our high strength, body-heavy instant kava, a dehydrated green kava juice rather than a ground root. Fresh noble kava from the Republic of Vanuatu is prepared traditionally, and the liquid is freeze-dried into a fine powder that dissolves back into water in seconds with no straining and no sediment. It tests at 6.62% total kavalactones with a profile that leans heavy, which is why we label it Night Time. Identity is confirmed by HPLC lab testing as Piper methysticum, purity is verified by microscopy as 100% pure with no added fillers, and composition is 100% dried noble kava root, made up of approximately 25% basal stump and 75% lateral root. It is manufactured, packaged and labeled in an FDA-registered, cGMP-compliant facility and stored under controlled conditions to prevent adulteration.

At a glance

• High-strength, body-heavy instant, a dehydrated green kava juice from Vanuatu
• Tests at 6.62% total kavalactones, Night Time chemotype
• 100% dried noble kava root, approximately 25% basal stump and 75% lateral root
• HPLC-verified as Piper methysticum, 100% pure by microscopy, no fillers
• Recommended serving 3 grams per 8 oz of non-alcoholic liquid
• Sizes from 7g and 14g through 1oz, 2oz, 4oz, 8oz, a pound, a kilo and 5 kilos

The herb. Kava (Piper methysticum) belongs to the pepper family and is cultivated for its root across Vanuatu, Fiji and Tonga. Vanuatu is widely considered the birthplace of kava, and its islands grow dozens of named cultivars with different kavalactone balances. For over three thousand years the root has been prepared as a drink and shared in the evening. Noble varieties are the daily-drinking cultivars, selected for a clean, pleasant effect, and this instant is made only from them.

Active content. Total kavalactones are 6.62%. This blend tips heavy, so you notice more relaxation through the body and less of the bright lift of a heady kava, and because it is dried juice rather than raw root the kavalactones are already extracted and go to work without fiber slowing them down. The profile:

• Kavain: the quick, heady, uplifting kavalactone
• Dihydrokavain: smoother and longer
• Methysticin and especially dihydromethysticin: carry the heavy, body-focused weight
• Yangonin and desmethoxyyangonin: extend the session

Dosage, first time. We recommend three grams of instant kava powder per 8 oz of any non-alcoholic liquid, stirred or shaken until dissolved. Take it on an empty stomach, away from meals. The lips go pleasantly numb almost at once, and the body relaxation builds over the next half hour. Wait a full hour before considering a second cup. Because of kava's reverse tolerance, the first few sessions often feel milder than the ones that follow.

Regular use. Dose can vary with personal preference, and most regular drinkers stay at or near the three gram per 8 oz serving, sometimes taking a second cup later once they know how it lands. A consistent evening session on an empty stomach gives the most reliable result; never exceed the amount that already works.

What to expect. Users describe this instant as heavy, warm and melty, a loosening of the shoulders and a slowing of the evening, suited to winding down after work or a quiet night in. The taste is green and earthy, and it dissolves cleanly enough for plain water. It is not a daytime or focus kava; for a brighter, kavain-forward session see our Instant Kava Heady Variety (Day Time), and if you want more strength in the same body-heavy style, our High Potency Instant Kava 11.4% Kavalactones is the next step.

Side effects. Numb lips and a tingling tongue are normal and pass within the hour. Drowsiness is the main thing to plan for with a heavy kava, so keep it for evenings. Drinking it on a full stomach or taking too much can cause nausea; take less and keep it away from food. Heavy daily use over a long period can produce dry, flaky skin, which resolves when you stop. If any of these appear, reduce the serving or pause.

Interactions and cautions.

• Alcohol, sedatives and benzodiazepine medications do not belong in the same evening as a heavy kava like this one
• If you have a liver condition or take any medication metabolized by the liver, get professional advice first
• Take it away from meals, and never drive after drinking it
• Avoid entirely if pregnant or nursing; for adults 21+ only, kept well out of the reach of children

Ingredients and storage. 100% dried noble kava root juice (Piper methysticum), approximately 25% basal stump and 75% lateral root, no fillers. Freeze-dried powder draws moisture, so reseal the bag immediately and store in a cool, dry place away from light.

Common questions

• How much of the 6.62% instant kava goes in a cup? Three grams per 8 oz of any non-alcoholic liquid is the recommended serving.
• Is the 6.62% Night Time instant heady or heavy? Heavy, with the effect felt mostly in the body, which is why we suggest it for evenings.
• What is the difference between instant kava and micronized kava? Instant is dehydrated kava juice that dissolves completely, while micronized is finely ground whole root that stays in suspension and leaves a little fiber.

Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Kava is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.