PACIFIC ROOTS, MODERN RITUALS.
Rooted in tradition. Made for the moment.

A little
island time.

Meet Tropikava. An invitation to slow the pace, gather your favourite people and make a little room for ritual.

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Kava roots. Tropical soul.
✳ ROOTED IN RITUAL✳ BETTER TOGETHER✳ FIND YOUR ISLAND TIME
The Tropikava collection

Your ritual starts here.

500 g bag · AUD pricing
The Tropikava spirit

Less rush.
More connection.

We’re building Tropikava around a simple idea: some moments deserve your full attention.

Inspired by the Pacific’s long tradition of sharing kava, our vision brings a tropical spirit to everyday gatherings. A bowl, good company, and time to be here.

Our kava is grown and processed on a local Vanuatu family farm just outside Luganville on Santo Island. The roots are harvested from mature plants, carrying forward knowledge shaped by generations of local custom and ceremony.

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Make a moment of it

A slower kind of ritual.

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Prepare your space

Set out your bowl and strainer. Follow the preparation and serving instructions on your chosen product.

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Mix with intention

Traditional kava powder is prepared with water and strained. Exact methods depend on the product you choose.

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Settle into the moment

Put the phone down, bring your people together and take your time. Make the gathering the occasion.

A few things to know

Curious about kava?

What is kava?

Kava is a plant with roots traditionally prepared as a drink in Pacific communities. Tropikava is being developed as a kava brand inspired by that shared ritual.

Can I order from this site yet?

Kelai and Borongoru (Traditional Grind) are available in 500g bags at A$160 each. Payments and shipping are not connected yet, and no orders or charges are created.

Where do you ship?

Delivery areas, shipping costs and dispatch times will be confirmed before the store opens for orders.

Where can I find ingredients and product information?

Our traditional kava comes from a single cultivar, is 100% organic, and is produced locally in Santo, Vanuatu.