Kava comes from the root of Piper methysticum, a South Pacific plant shared for generations in social, ceremonial, and community settings. Preparation and meaning vary among countries, islands, villages, and families. Moon & Root gives the drink a fantasy-themed Asheville home while keeping the menu connected to several Pacific origins.
Why people drink kava
Many people choose kava for a slower, alcohol-free night that still feels social. Drinkers often describe a relaxed body, a grounded mood, easier conversation, or a mellow sense of presence. Origins and batches can taste and feel different, but no island name guarantees one particular experience for every person.
What Moon & Root serves
The current menu lists Figi Kava—the spelling used on the menu—alongside Vanuatu Kava and Solomon. It also offers a 4-ounce Kava Concentrate. That gives guests a choice between named island-origin pours and a concentrated format. Ask the team which batch is available, how each was prepared, what the flavor differences are, and which pour fits the pace of your visit.
A quick note
Kava affects everyone differently, so try a comfortable serving before moving to a concentrate. Do not combine it with alcohol or sedatives, and check with a healthcare professional if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a liver condition.