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Want to learn how to prepare kava? Read on  to discover the art of preparing kava root with Botanic Tonics' expert guide.

Find out what a kava bowl is with our informative guide. Learn all about the history and symbolism of kava bowls at Botanic Tonics.

Curious about whether or not kava is safe? Read on to learn everything you need to know about this alcohol alternative and how to consume it safely.

Want to know whether or not kava is healthy? Read on to learn everything you need to know about kava and its potential health benefits.

Is Kava Legal? The South Pacific is globally renowned for countless reasons, from its glorious beaches and laid-back ethos to its nuanced cuisine and enchanting kava-kava—a beverage, more commonly known in the U.S. as kava, that’s practically synonymous with Polynesian culture.[1]What was almost exclusively found in Hawaii and island nations like Tonga, Fiji, Samoa, and Vanuatu has made a considerable splash in the continental U.S., with dozens of kava bars opening up from Manhattan to Miami in the last eight or so years.[2,3] But despite its present ubiquity, the advisory alert set out by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2002 naturally evokes the question: Is kava legal in America?[4] In a word: Yes. The Department of Justice (DOJ)...