Only the finest Vanuatu kava kava that is a minimum of 5 years old is used in this special blend consisting of 50% crown root and 50% lateral root. This kava kava is considered to be a Noble Drinking kava in Vanuatu and is good for everyday drinking. This mixture is strong enough to provide relaxing effects but not too strong for weekday consumption. This variety of kava is what is preferred in Vanuatu. This kava powder has a very peppery smell to it as well as a peppery taste. The color of this kava powder is very light and it produces a beverage that is light in color as well. This is because there is less bark on the chips than on the roots.