> Random note: the word "kava" is Tongan, not Fijian. In Fiji, it's called yaqona, pronounced "yanggona". This is correct. However, kava is the word used in th

> Random note: the word "kava" is Tongan, not Fijian. In Fiji, it's called yaqona, pronounced "yanggona". This is correct. However, kava is the word used in the west, in international trade, and in the Codex Alimentarius. > I also don't think kava is ever going to take off worldwide until they figure out a way to deal with the taste and appearance. Kava drinkers hope that never happens. Kava is difficult to grow and already expensive. Having it become more popular would only serve to increase prices beyond what the average person can afford. Also, I reckon the taste is a feature, not a bug. It keeps the kids away from it lol