About us

 

Brad’s Journey

On August 31, 2019, Brad (left) took his last sip of alcohol. Quitting drinking gave him back his health and his life, but it also took away two things he deeply valued: the easy social connection of sharing a drink, and the relaxing feeling that came with it. During the pandemic, Brad discovered kava. For the first time, he found something that offered peace without chaos — a way to unwind, connect, and stay fully present without alcohol.

Jesse’s Connection

When Jesse (right) was 19, he spent time in Fiji after a physically and mentally challenging six-month stretch. In Fiji, he was introduced to kava and found a small but powerful sense of calm and belonging. This\ experience left an enduring impression, and kava has held a special place in his heart ever since.

Building Kavi Together

Brad and Jesse have been friends since 2008, when they met in San Francisco. Over the years, Brad founded multiple successful coffee ventures, while Jesse became an operations leader at publicly traded tech companies. Today, they’re combining their skills and their shared love of kava to bring you Kavi, a naturally euphoric elixir designed to help you unwind, connect, and feel great without compromise.

Our Mission

Kavi isn’t just a beverage. It’s an invitation to experience more — more clarity, more connection, and more life in every sip. Our mission is to help as many people as possible make the switch to kava — because we’ve seen firsthand the damage alcohol can do to individuals and society, and we believe there’s a better way.