Aumakua Kava Lounge is a unique kava bar on the north shore of Maui, offering craft Tiki-inspired non-alcoholic cocktails made with the traditional root beverage, kava. Kava is known to promote sociability, ease stress, and relieve nervous tension, all while keeping the mind clear. We pride ourselves on offering the highest potency and best quality kava from all over the South Pacific, including fresh local Hawaiian varieties. Visit us in Paia town on the road to Hana or before heading to Mama's Fish House!
What is Kava?
Kava, 'awa in Hawaii, also called kava-kava, is a local beverage of the South Pacific Islands made from the kava root (Piper mestythecin). The word kava refers both to the plant and the earthy potent kava drink produced from its roots. Pure kava has a very earthy flavor and makes the tongue numb because kava has analgesic or pain relieving properties. If you can get past the taste, which many actually like, you find yourself feeling a sense of expansion, centeredness, connection and increased access to emotional intelligence.
Kava has long been used in ceremonial gatherings with chiefs and warriors, as well as in everyday social settings. It is deeply rooted in the traditions of Pacific Oceanic cultures, including Hawaii, Vanuatu, Samoa, the Solomon Islands, Fiji, and Tonga.
This calming herbal drink is prized for its natural muscle-relaxing properties without impairing mental clarity. Many use kava root to ease nervous tension, reduce social anxiety, and promote a sense of relaxation and connection.
Each drink is handcrafted with organic ingredients and our signature house-made syrups—crafted with care, whenever possible.
House made falernum, house made grenadine, grapefruit, bitters, 2 shots of kava, + kava extract
House made lilikoi & lychee syrup, grapefruit, lime juice, bitters, kava, + Kava extract
House made lilikoi & falernum, orgeat, fresh pressed lime juice, bitters, two shots of kava,
+ Kava extract, hibiscus float, choice of Gummy garnish
Organic pineapple juice, house made lychee syrup, calamansi, fresh mint, lime, citrus bitters, kava
+kava extract
Grapefruit, fresh pressed lime juice, kava, ginger beer
Disclaimer: Kava is intended for responsible, adult use only. Consult your healthcare provider before using if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication. Not evaluated by the FDA. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
