Yes, kava and kratom are sold together in ready-to-drink blends. If you want to try one, choose a labeled product so you know exactly what is in the can, start low and go slow, and never add alcohol. Kratom is 21+ and banned in some states, including Tennessee.
In This Guide
Kava and kratom are two different plants. Kava is a root from the Pacific Islands, and kratom is a leaf from Southeast Asia. If you want the full side-by-side first, read Kava vs Kratom. This guide covers what happens when they share a can.
Why Kava and Kratom Blends Exist
Both plants have long traditions as social drinks. In the Pacific Islands, kava is shared from a bowl at gatherings. In Southeast Asia, kratom leaf has been brewed into tea for generations. Blends bring the two together in a flavored, ready-to-drink format.
For many people, the appeal is simple:
- No mixing at home. A ready-made blend has a label that tells you what is in each can, so there is no guesswork with powders.
- Better flavor. Traditional kava is earthy and peppery, and kratom tea is bitter. A seltzer or tonic is a lot easier to enjoy.
- An alcohol-free option. Blends are non-alcoholic. Our pillar guide on kava as an alcohol alternative covers that bigger picture.
We suggest choosing a labeled, ready-made blend rather than combining kava and kratom powders on your own. A label is the only way to know what you are actually drinking.
What Our Kratom and Kava Drinks Contain
These are label facts from each product. The can you are holding is always the final word.
| Product | Format | Label facts |
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| No. 520 Kratom Kava Seltzer, Gooseberry | 16oz sparkling can, limited edition | 200mg kavalactones and 40mg mitragynine per can. Made with broad spectrum kratom alkaloids and kava root extract. Sweet gooseberry flavor; non-alcoholic, vegan, kosher, low-calorie, THC and CBD free. |
| No. 530 Mixed Green Kratom & Kava Tonic | 2 oz can | 65mg mitragynine alkaloids per can, with a blend of green kratom strains and kava root extract. Tropical coconut flavor; vegan, non-alcoholic. Shake well for at least 10 seconds. |
| No. 560 Mixed Red Kratom & Kava Tonic | 2 oz can | 65mg mitragynine alkaloids per can, with a blend of red kratom strains and kava root extract. Tropical coconut flavor; vegan, non-alcoholic. Shake well for at least 10 seconds. |
Want kava with no kratom at all? No. 502 Kava Seltzer Paloma and No. 505 Kava Seltzer Hops + Orange are kava drinks without kratom. Browse the whole kava collection to compare.
How People Describe Kava and Kratom Blends
Everyone's experience is different, so think of these as what people commonly report, not promises.
Many people describe kava on its own as relaxed, social and clear-headed. People describe kratom differently depending on the strain, from more energizing (white and green strains) to more relaxed (red strains). In a blend, people often describe a calm, balanced feeling that still leaves them up for conversation. Our tonic labels describe feelings of serenity, balance and a relaxing sense of calm.
Start Low, Go Slow
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Start low, go slow
Read the label first. Sip slowly and give yourself time to see how you feel.
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Wait before having more
Wait at least 30 minutes before having more. Don't drive until you know how a blend affects you.
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One product at a time
Don't stack a blend with other kratom or kava products, so you always know what you are feeling and why.
Never combine kava, kratom or a blend with alcohol. Do not mix them with other substances either. Enjoy a blend on its own.
Who Should Skip It
- Anyone under 21. Kratom products are 21+.
- Anyone who is pregnant or nursing.
- Anyone taking medication. Talk to your doctor before trying kava, kratom or a blend.
- Anyone in a state or city where kratom is not allowed. Kratom is banned in some states, including Tennessee since July 1, 2026, and some cities and counties set their own rules. Kava is legal nationwide in the US.
If you have any questions about your health, your doctor is the right person to ask. Our guide Is Kava Safe? covers what health agencies have published about kava.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you mix kava and kratom?
Some people do, and ready-made blends exist, including ours. If you are curious, a labeled blend is the simplest choice because the can tells you exactly what is inside. Start low, go slow, wait at least 30 minutes before having more, never add alcohol, and talk to your doctor first if you take any medication.
What is in a kava kratom blend?
It depends on the product, so read the label. Each 16oz can of No. 520 Kratom Kava Seltzer contains 200mg of kavalactones and 40mg of mitragynine. Each 2 oz can of our No. 530 and No. 560 tonics contains 65mg of mitragynine alkaloids along with kava root extract.
How do people describe kava and kratom drinks?
Everyone is different. Many people describe a blend as relaxed and social, with the tonics described as calm and balanced. The best way to learn how one affects you is to start low, go slow, and pay attention.
Can I drink a kava kratom blend with alcohol?
No. Do not add alcohol, and do not combine a blend with other substances. Enjoy it on its own.
Who should not try a kava kratom blend?
Skip it if you are under 21, pregnant or nursing. If you take any medication or have questions about your health, talk to your doctor before trying kava, kratom or a blend.
Is there a kava drink without kratom?
Yes. No. 502 Kava Seltzer Paloma and No. 505 Kava Seltzer Hops + Orange contain kava and no kratom. They are a good fit if you only want kava.
Sources & References
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NIH). Kava. https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/kava
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NIH). Kratom. https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/kratom
- US Food and Drug Administration. Consumer advisory on kava-containing dietary supplements, 2002.
- American Kratom Association. State-by-state kratom legality resources. https://www.americankratom.org/
- Korthals Collection product labels for No. 520, No. 530 and No. 560, as listed on shopcbdkratom.com, October 2026.
