What's in it
Mitra9's kava seltzers list 500 mg of kava extract with 150 mg of kavalactones per can. That transparency is Mitra9's biggest strength: you know what you're getting.
Flavors
Lemonade, orange dreamsicle, strawberry watermelon and paradise lychee, plus a variety pack. Paradise Lychee is the most distinctive.
Formats and price
Seltzers run about $30 per 4-pack. The drink mix stick packs (same 150 mg kavalactones per serving) are about $20 a box and use stevia, with no added sugar.
How it compares
Mitra9 wins on label transparency. Botanical Brewing wins on flavor and on the range of its lineup (kava, kanna and botanical elixirs). Our best kava drinks and brands list has both.
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.
These are general cautions, not medical advice. If you're unsure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Questions people ask
How strong is Mitra9 kava?
Each seltzer lists 500 mg of kava extract with 150 mg of kavalactones.
Does Mitra9 contain kratom?
Mitra9's kava seltzer line lists kava extract, not kratom. Check the label of any product you buy.
