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Guide
October 14, 2026 5 min read

What Should You Know Before Your First Kava Bar Visit?

Five helpful things to keep in mind — from asking questions and exploring the menu to understanding the health considerations.

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Community
October 9, 2026 5 min read

Why Is Bula Bar Olympia's Go-To Kava Bar?

Distinctive beverages, a welcoming lounge, and a community built around connection — what makes Bula Bar Olympia's go-to kava bar.

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Education
October 16, 2026 5 min read

What Is a Kava Bar?

A social gathering place built around kava, conversation, and community — and what makes Bula Bar different.

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Guide
October 16, 2026 5 min read

What Is a Kava Bar? Discover Olympia's Go-To Kava Bar

New to kava bars? Here's what they are, what happens inside one, and why Bula Bar is Olympia's go-to destination.

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Education
October 16, 2026 5 min read

What Is Kava?

Where kava comes from, how it's traditionally prepared, and what to expect from the experience.

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Education
October 16, 2026 5 min read

How Kava Is Prepared and Enjoyed

From ground root to a shared shell — how kava is made the traditional way and enjoyed today.

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Industry News
August 30, 2026 7 min read

The Rise of Functional Beverages: Why More People Are Looking Beyond Alcohol

Functional beverages generated $31.3 billion in U.S. sales last year. Here's why kava is becoming part of the alcohol-free social movement.

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Culture
June 18, 2026 5 min read

Why Kava Bars Are Growing Across the United States

As more Americans reconsider their relationship with alcohol, kava bars are becoming a more visible part of the country's social scene.

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Research
May 4, 2026 4 min read

What the CDC's 2026 Kava Report Actually Found

Looking beyond the headlines at one of the most significant recent U.S. reports involving kava.

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Legal
June 2, 2026 5 min read

Is Kava Legal in the United States?

The short answer is yes — but the full picture depends on where you are and how you serve it.

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Education
July 11, 2026 3 min read

Kava and Kratom Are Not the Same Thing

They share shelf space — but they are completely different plants with different risks and traditions.

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Traditional Kava Ceremony in Fiji
Education
May 19, 2026 4 min read

Traditional Kava Versus Extracts and Ready-to-Drink Products

Not every product labeled "kava" is the same — and the differences matter.

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Guide
June 25, 2026 5 min read

How to Try Kava Responsibly for the First Time

A thoughtful approach to your first shell — what to ask, what to expect, and how to enjoy it safely.

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Industry News
May 12, 2026 5 min read

Hawai'i Recognizes Traditional ʻAwa

State health officials formally acknowledged traditional ʻawa — a meaningful step for kava culture and the U.S. industry.

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Industry Standards
July 4, 2026 5 min read

New Kava Industry Standards Support Safer Products

Independent product testing and clearer quality frameworks are strengthening the kava marketplace.

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Nightlife
May 26, 2026 5 min read

Kava Bars: The Alcohol-Free Nightlife Option

More Americans are seeking social spaces that don't revolve around alcohol — and kava bars are answering.

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