Water Soluble Kava Extract Powder 5%

Water Soluble Kava Extract powder 5% Kavalactones is our entry-level kava extract, a fine, dry powder made from quality kava roots and processed so that it dissolves in water instead of sinking to the bottom of the glass. Where raw root powder leaves sediment behind, a water soluble extract stirs into a beverage and disappears, the tidiest way to take kava with nothing to strain. It is produced under strict quality control for a consistent product from batch to batch, and it is as easy to take on its own as it is to mix into a drink.

At a glance

Standardized to 5% kavalactones, a modest, forgiving concentration
Water soluble, stirs clear into any drink with no grit or straining
Even dispersion, so every sip is the same strength
Produced under strict quality control, consistent batch to batch
A clean, even calm for the afternoon or evening
Sizes from a 2g sampler through 5g, 10g, 20g, 50g, 100g and 250g, with a pound and a kilo

The herb. Kava, Piper methysticum, is a shrub in the pepper family whose thick root has been the social drink of the Pacific Islands for over three thousand years. In Vanuatu, Fiji and Tonga it is ground, steeped in water and passed around at the close of the day. The cultivars grown for daily drinking are called noble kavas, chosen over generations for a pleasant, even effect. Six kavalactones do the work, and their balance decides whether a kava feels heady and bright or heavy and body-focused.

Active content. This extract is standardized to 5% kavalactones, a modest concentration that makes it easy to measure and hard to overshoot. Within that 5%:

Kavain: the heady, quick, uplifting kavalactone that most people notice first
Dihydrokavain: follows it with a smoother, longer curve
Methysticin and dihydromethysticin: sit on the heavy, body side and give a kava its weight
Yangonin and desmethoxyyangonin: fill out the profile and lengthen the session

A water soluble extract disperses those compounds evenly through a glass, so every sip is the same strength.

Dosage, first time. The label does not fix a serving, so begin with a small amount, a light dusting stirred into a glass of water or juice, taken on an empty stomach and away from meals. Give it a full hour before judging it. The first sign is usually a mild tingle on the tongue, then a gradual easing through the body. Because kava has a reverse tolerance, the first few sessions can feel underwhelming; that is normal and not a reason to double up.

Regular use. Once you know how a small amount lands, hold there for a few sessions before nudging it upward, and keep any increase gradual. Many people find one measured serving in the evening is all they want. Measure with a scale or a consistent scoop, and never take more than you have already found comfortable.

What to expect. Users describe this extract as a clean, even calm, relaxed without being heavy, easy to take in the afternoon or evening. It is a good fit for people who want kava in a smoothie, a cup of herbal tea or a glass of juice with no grit and no prep. It is not our strongest extract; experienced kava drinkers wanting more concentration per gram can step up to our Kava Extract Powder High Potency, or for a kavain-forward heady concentrate, our Kava CO2 85% Kavalactone Paste.

Side effects. A numb or tingling mouth is expected with any real kava and fades quickly. Taking a large amount, or taking it on a full stomach, can cause nausea; take less and keep it away from food. Heavier servings can make you drowsy. People who use kava heavily every day for a long stretch sometimes develop dry, flaky skin, which clears after stopping. If any of these appear, reduce the serving or pause.

Interactions and cautions.

Kava should not be mixed with alcohol, sedatives or benzodiazepine medications
Anyone with a liver condition, or taking a medication processed by the liver, should consult a professional before using it
Keep it away from meals, and skip driving until you know how you respond
Not for women who are pregnant or nursing
Adults 21+ only; store it where children cannot reach it

Ingredients and storage. Water soluble kava extract (Piper methysticum root), standardized to 5% kavalactones. Extract powders draw moisture, so keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dry cupboard away from sunlight and use a dry spoon.

Common questions

Does water soluble kava extract really dissolve in water? Yes, it disperses into water or juice without the sediment that root powder leaves behind, so there is nothing to strain.
What is the difference between the 5% water soluble extract and the high potency kava extract powder? The 5% is a milder, more forgiving concentration for everyday mixing, while the high potency powder packs more kavalactones into each gram for experienced users.
Does 5% kava extract taste like traditional kava? It carries the peppery, earthy note of the root but much lighter, and juice covers it easily.

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.