How is my new kava grind???

[Gourmet Hawaiian Kava]

Hi everyone, I wanted to ask all of you that have had my micronized and instant kava in the past to let me know if they have noticed my change in grind.
The micronized is a lot finer than it used to be and the instant is also finer.
Have any of you noticed the difference? And how do you like the difference? Any input would be great. Aloha nui loa.

Chris

 

[kavadude]

Instant, not a thing, which is more or less what I'd expect since it should mostly dissolve.

 

[Gourmet Hawaiian Kava]

Instant, not a thing, which is more or less what I'd expect since it should mostly dissolve.

My instant used to be micronized to 100 microns and less and now it is 75 microns or less. I know it is not a lot but I like it better because it is smoother and easy to prepare.
Aloha.

Chris

 

[TheKavaSociety]

I didn't have a chance to try your older instant, but the one you sell at the moment is beyond amazing. The finest, smoothest and most powerful instant I've ever had.

The micronized kavas remain very potent (or perhaps are now slightly more potent?), but they do indeed seem to be finer/less gritty and easier to drink. It's difficult to give a precise comparison as I would need to try both types on the same day, but I am certainly very happy with my new micronized kavas.

 

[Deleted User01]

I drink mostly micronized and I did notice the Hawaiian Grind was finer. The instant is may be finer but I think it is also stronger and that's what I noticed.

 

[yardcat]

I can say the micro is definitely finer, can really tell the difference with a less gritty feel. Haven't tried instant yet. Nice improvement though

 

[sɥɐʞɐs]

The difference is noticeable, the old micro left me with a minor throat irritation at the end of the night, the new stuff had no such effect. Definitely less gritty. Bravissimo.

 

[blindy107]

Ah @shakas that's good to hear. I had the same issue. I haven't tried new micro yet! I think it's about time to order. I really want to try the instant also so looks like it's time to spend some cash!

 

[DirTJerz]

I agree, the new micro is noticeably finer and easier to drink. Good work.

 

[Gourmet Hawaiian Kava]

Thanks all for your input, I am glad your able to notice the difference, I wanted to make a better product and it looks like I did.
More input please it others wanted to add there opinion. Thanks again every one.
Aloha.

Chris

 

[blindy107]

Thanks all for your input, I am glad your able to notice the difference, I wanted to make a better product and it looks like I did.
More input please it others wanted to add there opinion. Thanks again every one.
Aloha.

Chris

Ok I have to agree with @shakas as usual.... The lighter micro grind is amazing. No persistent throat scratching. Great effect. This is the first time I've ever noticed the effects of moi and I'm impressed! Had 2tbsp in water on my way to try on tuxes for my wedding. Made it much less boring...since I'm not in charge of that at all. Hah

 

[kavadude]

Ok I have to agree with @shakas as usual.... The lighter micro grind is amazing. No persistent throat scratching. Great effect. This is the first time I've ever noticed the effects of moi and I'm impressed! Had 2tbsp in water on my way to try on tuxes for my wedding. Made it much less boring...since I'm not in charge of that at all. Hah

Kava: For dudes who have been kidnapped at gunpoint by their wives/fiancees/girlfriends.

 

[Kimmer]

ahah ahah haha I've been known to drop cash at bead shops. and walk away with a fairly small bag. At least yarn is more voluminous.

And to be on topic, I love the micro.

 

[starscolliding]

I do find the new Micronized easier to drink. The old one, while certainly it had a median particle size, had a certain amount of larger particles. The new one seems more consistent, and getting rid of the large pieces is great. I had a pretty hard time with the old one, and am doing great with the new one.

That said, and previously I had done very good with Moi and pretty good with Opihikao, and currently am doing great with Mahakea, but I also tried the Boruguru, which I thought would be like Fire Island from NAH, which is my instant reference since I understand that it is Boruguru as well. But the Boruguru Micro from GHK actually did not do anything. It was very particular in that I got no effects at all. Have you tried it recently and had an effect? It could just be me. Also, I did do it several times sporadically, and then for 4 days consecutively, because while I'm not sure I think there might be a light reverse tolerance to different strains, not just Kava in general.

 

[rcvjohn]

question... how does the instant compare with standard powdered root? For example, your 200 g of moi, how much would you use of that in comparison with a person with a 3-4 tbsp a day ritual?

 

[Rookietwoshoes]

Most people start with teaspoons when dealing with instant. You'll generally be feeling pretty good effects with a tablespoon.

 

[rcvjohn]

Most people start with teaspoons when dealing with instant. You'll generally be feeling pretty good effects with a tablespoon.

That's cool... which would you say is more economic? The instant or powdered?

 

[Rookietwoshoes]

Probably powdered. For two reasons: You can easily go overboard with the instant because it feels and tastes more like fresh kava so it's easy to go through it faster. Furthermore, one can get very spoiled and not want to prepare medium grind anymore because it starts to feel like a hassle - which ultimately makes kava drinking more expensive if you are only buying instant. Most of the guys think you get the best bang for your buck with micronized but I personally don't like drinking micronized due to its impact on the lower GI.

 

[blindy107]

I may have asked already @Gourmet Hawaiian Kava , but is the medium grind new as well? My last bag of mahakea had some rootlet sized chunks in it. Which I don't mind as I love to chew them but it was much more varied in grind size this time.

 

[punahele]

I love the new micro!!

I got some new nene micronized and did a side by side, it was amazing how much smoother it was. Tasted better and seemed stronger!!

Great job Chris!