Whether you’re making an evening drink at home or bringing something alcohol-free to a dinner party, this guide will help you find a combination you love.
What Does Kava Haven Taste Like?
Kava Haven is citrus-forward, with warming ginger, subtle sweetness from white grape, and a botanical finish. Notes of vanilla and cardamom add depth, while a gentle bitterness gives it the complexity you’d expect from a spirit.
It’s designed to be mixed. Pairing it with ginger beer, grapefruit soda, coconut milk, or sparkling water lets you adjust the sweetness, texture, and intensity to your taste.
For your first drink, start with 1.5 ounces of Kava Haven over ice, then add your mixer.
What Are the Best Mixers for Kava Haven?
Ginger Beer
If you’re wondering where to start, make it ginger beer. Its sweetness and spice complement Kava Haven’s citrus and ginger notes, while fresh lime brings everything together.
Choose a bold ginger beer if you love a spicy drink, or ginger ale for a softer, sweeter version.
Sparkling Water
For a lighter drink, try sparkling water with a generous squeeze of lemon, lime, or orange. Plain sparkling water lets more of Kava Haven’s botanical flavor come through, while citrus-flavored options add another layer.
If you prefer sweeter drinks, start with ginger beer instead.
Coconut Milk
For a creamy, tropical drink, try mixing Kava Haven with coconut milk. Its mellow flavor softens the botanical notes and pairs nicely with Kava Haven’s citrus notes.
Use coconut milk for a lighter drink, or canned coconut milk for a richer texture. Shake or stir well, pour over ice, and add a splash of pineapple juice if you’d like a fruity finish.
Pineapple Juice
Pineapple juice brings tropical sweetness that pairs well with citrus and ginger. Add a splash of sparkling water for bubbles and fresh lime for balance.
Lemonade
Lemonade is another easy option, especially if you enjoy a sweeter, citrus-forward drink. Serve it over plenty of ice, or use sparkling lemonade for a bubbly version.
Grapefruit Juice
Grapefruit soda makes an easy, refreshing drink with a balance of sweet and bitter citrus. Add a squeeze of lime, and you have a simple Kavaloma that comes together in seconds.
Two Easy Kava Haven Drinks to Try
1. The Kava Mule
Our signature serve—and a great first introduction to Kava Haven.
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Kava Haven
- 4–5 oz ginger beer
- Fresh squeeze of lime
- Ice
- Lime wedge, for garnish
Directions
Fill a glass or copper mug with ice. Add Kava Haven and ginger beer, squeeze in fresh lime, and stir gently. Garnish with a lime wedge.
2. The Kava Spritz
A simple option for anyone who loves a light, botanical drink.
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Kava Haven
- 4–5 oz sparkling water
- Fresh squeeze of lemon or orange
- Ice
- Citrus slice, for garnish
Directions
Fill a wine glass with ice. Add Kava Haven, top with sparkling water, and squeeze in fresh citrus. Stir gently and garnish.
Want More Ideas?
Once you’ve found your favorite everyday serve, there’s plenty more to explore.
Our Kava Haven Book brings together alcohol-free mixes for everything from a quiet night in to your next dinner party. Keep it handy when you want to try something new or need a little inspiration for hosting.
A Few Tips for Your First Drink
Measure your pour. Use a jigger or measuring tool for your 1½-ounce serving, and follow the directions on your bottle.
Use plenty of ice. A well-chilled drink makes a difference, especially with sparkling mixers.
Adjust the mixer to your taste. Add more for a softer flavor, or a little extra citrus for brightness.
Keep it alcohol-free. Kava Haven is made for alcohol-free drinks and should not be combined with alcohol.
Start simple. Try the Kava Mule first, then explore other combinations based on what you already enjoy.
Your new favorite drink might be as simple as three ingredients and a glass of ice.
