3 Cozy Kava Mocktails for Fall

When sweater weather rolls in, there’s nothing better than a drink that brings warmth and comfort. This fall, trade your usual cocktail for something more grounded — kava.

Known for its naturally calming properties and smooth, earthy flavor, Art of Kava cultivars make the perfect base for fall-inspired mocktails that soothe the mind and taste buds.

These kava mocktails offer the warmth of fall with a little island flair if you’re winding down after a long day, hosting friends, or just leaning into a quiet evening.

1. Toasted Apple & Cinnamon Kava Toddy 

Ingredients:

• 6 oz prepared Feo Kava, chilled or slightly warm
  
  
• 2 oz fresh apple cider
  
  
• ½ oz honey or maple syrup
  
  
• ⅛ tsp cinnamon
  
  
• Squeeze of lemon juice
  
  

To Serve:

• Rim glass with cinnamon sugar and crushed graham cracker
  
  
• Garnish with a thin apple slice and a cinnamon stick
  
  

Instructions:

1. Mix cider, honey, and cinnamon in a shaker or mug.
   
   
2. Stir in Feo Kava and lemon juice.
   
   
3. Serve warm or over ice.
   
   
4. Garnish and inhale that apple-cinnamon aroma before sipping.
   
   

2. Pumpkin Spice Kava Cream 

Ingredients:

• 4 oz prepared Melomelo Kava, chilled
  
  
• 2 tbsp pumpkin purée
  
  
• 2 oz oat milk or coconut milk
  
  
• ½ oz maple syrup
  
  
• ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice
  
  
• Ice
  
  

To Serve:

• Rim glass with crushed ginger snaps and cinnamon sugar
  
  
• Garnish with a light dusting of nutmeg or whipped cream
  
  

Instructions:

1. In a shaker, combine pumpkin purée, milk, syrup, and spices.
   
   
2. Add ice and Melomelo Kava. Shake until creamy and chilled.
   
   
3. Strain into your rimmed glass, top with garnish, and enjoy.
   
   

3. Salted Caramel Kava Chill

Ingredients:

• 5 oz prepared, chilled Damu Kava
  
  
• 1 oz caramel syrup
  
  
• 1 oz coconut cream
  
  
• Pinch of sea salt
  
  
• Ice
  
  

To Serve:

• Rim glass with sea salt and crushed toffee bits
  
  
• Garnish with a light caramel drizzle or a salted caramel candy
  
  

Instructions:

1. Combine kava, caramel syrup, coconut cream, and salt in a shaker.
   
   
2. Shake well with ice.
   
   
3. Pour over ice into rimmed glass.
   
   
4. Garnish and serve immediately.
   
   

Pro Tips for All Recipes

• Use cold-brewed kava (strain through a nut milk bag for smooth texture).
  
  
• To enhance the flavor, chill for 30 minutes before mixing.
  
  
• Always start light — kava effects can vary by strain and strength.