Today we’d like to introduce you to Pedro Luz.
Hi Pedro, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
Our story started with our own search for a better relationship with alcohol. We had experienced some of its negative effects in the past and became frustrated with the nonalcoholic options available. Most were either too weak, too expensive, or simply did not provide the relaxing social experience we were looking for.
That search led us to kava and its long tradition in the Pacific Islands. We first tried traditional kava tea, but found the taste difficult and the effects too mild. Then we tried bottled kava spirits, but they were still weak, expensive, and not enjoyable enough to drink regularly. It was also difficult to introduce friends to kava by asking them to drink several traditional shells just to feel the experience.
Pedro then had the idea to create our own. We wanted something strong enough to enjoy in one simple shot, with a pleasant flavor and a price that made regular use realistic. As a family, we spent a great deal of time testing, learning, and refining the formula until Kava Moon became what it is today.
We now produce our kava in small batches in Orlando. Our goal is simple: to make authentic kava easier to enjoy and share, while helping people relax, connect, and wake up the next morning feeling like themselves.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It has definitely not been a smooth road. As a small family business, one of our greatest challenges was finding the right kava supplier. Quality has always been nonnegotiable for us. We needed a supplier that used high quality noble kava, selected the correct parts of the plant, followed responsible extraction methods, and provided independent testing for contaminants, purity, and consistency. Finding all of that at a price that would still allow us to offer an accessible product was extremely difficult.
We were also completely new to food and beverage manufacturing. We had to learn every part of the process, from producing consistent batches and safely filling each bottle to understanding the many licenses, registrations, inspections, and standards required for our operation. We completed our FDA registration and the other licenses required for our facility, but the process became more complicated and expensive at every stage. We ultimately invested two or three times more than we originally expected.
There were many moments when one of us felt like giving up. The advantage of building this as a family is that whenever one person felt discouraged, someone else was there to bring the energy and motivation back. That support is a big reason we are still here today.
We manufacture everything ourselves. We prepare the kava, produce each batch, fill the bottles, package the orders, and get them to our customers without a middleman. Carrying that responsibility as a small family business is challenging, but it is also what makes Kava Moon so meaningful to us. Every bottle represents a great deal of work, care, persistence, and love from our family.
We’ve been impressed with Kava Moon, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Kava Moon is a family owned business in Orlando creating premium bottled noble kava as a social alternative to alcohol. We specialize in making kava stronger, more enjoyable, and easier to share through one simple serving. Every batch is made by our family in small quantities and independently tested for quality, purity, and consistency.
What sets us apart is our combination of strength, flavor, transparency, and accessibility. We currently offer our citrus flavored Signature blend and Pure Canvas, an unflavored option made for mixing into drinks. We are most proud that we have made an ancient Pacific tradition more approachable while still respecting its roots. We want people to know there is another way to relax, connect, and enjoy time together without alcohol.
Before we go, is there anything else you can share with us?
As a family business, everything we do comes from a place of care, dedication, and a genuine desire to offer people more choices. We understand why people enjoy alcohol and the relaxed, social feeling it can create, but we also know that regular alcohol use can come with real costs to the body, the mind, and the following day.
We believe strongly in harm reduction. For us, that does not necessarily mean complete abstinence. It means helping people make more intentional choices and giving them alternatives that may reduce their reliance on alcohol. We believe kava can be an important part of that future by offering another way for adults to relax, connect, and enjoy social moments.
Our hope is to help make this ancient tradition more accessible while continuing to learn, improve, and create new ways to experience kava. We are excited about what we are developing next, so stay tuned.
Pricing:
- At $44.90 per bottle, Kava Moon provides 17 servings. Each serving contains 1,000 milligrams of noble kava root and 300 milligrams of kavalactones, the active compounds in kava. That comes to approximately $0.88 per 100 milligrams of kavalactones, making Kava Moon two to three times more affordable than comparable products.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://thekavamoon.com/?utm_source=voyage-magazine&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=press
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