- Plant
- Kava
- Flavor
- Orange
- Size
- 12 oz can
What it tastes like
Traditional kava has a reputation: earthy, peppery, a little like muddy water. Orange Dream is the opposite of that reputation. The first sip is bright, sparkling orange, closer to a craft orange soda than a health drink. Kava's earthy note sits underneath, softer than you'd expect. Some people notice a light tingle on the lips, which is a normal kava thing.
It's 50 calories and zero alcohol, so it fits the moments a beer or a glass of wine used to.
When to drink it
This is the 6pm can. The end of the workday, when you'd normally reach for a drink to mark the switch from on to off. People drink kava to unwind, and in the South Pacific it has been the end-of-day drink for centuries. Orange Dream is that ritual, in a can that lives in your fridge door.
It's also an easy one to bring to a barbecue or a beach day: it looks and tastes like something you'd want to be holding.
Who it's for
- First-timers. If you've never had kava, start here. The citrus does the work of making kava approachable.
- People cutting back on drinking who still want an evening ritual.
- Kava bar regulars who want something they can keep at home.
If you want something sweeter and fruitier, try Tutti Frutti. If you already drink kava and want more of it, Botanical Brewing's double-strength Sucker Punch is the next step.
How to drink it
Serve it cold, straight from the can or over ice. Start with one can and see how you feel before reaching for a second. Don't mix kava with alcohol: the point is to replace the drink, not add to it.
Buying tips
Orange Dream comes in 4, 12 and 24-can packs. If you're not sure kava is for you, the 4-pack is the low-risk way in. If you already know you like it, the 24-pack is the better price per can. Want to try every kava flavor first? The kava variety pack has them all.
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Who should skip kava
- Kava drinks are for adults 21+. Skip them if you're under 21.
- Skip kava if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Skip kava if you have a liver condition or drink heavily. Kava has been linked to rare cases of serious liver injury.
- Skip it if you take antidepressants (including SSRIs), sedatives, sleep aids or medications that affect the liver, unless your doctor says it's OK.
- Rules on kava vary by place. Check your local rules before you buy.
- One can or shell is one serving. Don't mix kava with alcohol, and don't drive after drinking it.
Who should skip kanna
- Kanna drinks are for adults 21+. Skip them if you're under 21.
- Skip kanna if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Never combine kanna with antidepressants (SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs) or other serotonergic medications.
- Talk to your doctor first if you take sedatives, sleep aids or any other daily medication.
- Rules on botanical products vary by state and country. Check your local rules before you buy.
- One can is one serving. Don't drink it with alcohol, and don't drive after drinking it.
These are general cautions, not medical advice. If you're unsure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Questions people ask
What does Kava Orange Dream taste like?
Bright, sparkling orange up front, with a soft earthy kava finish. Much easier to drink than traditional kava.
Does Orange Dream have alcohol?
No. It's zero alcohol and 50 calories per can.
Is Orange Dream good for a first kava?
Yes. It's the can we recommend most to first-timers, because the citrus makes kava's earthy taste easy to like.
Can I drink kava with alcohol?
We don't recommend it. Kava is meant to replace the drink, not be combined with one.
