{"product_id":"strainer-bag","title":"Strainer Bag, Reusable Stretch Nut Milk Bag","description":"\u003ch2 data-lfile-container=\"6073475d-3a3a-4b58-bce8-a258e3333e8a\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eKava Strainer Bag: Reusable Stretch Fabric Bag for Kava, Nut Milk, Juice and Cold Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kava Strainer Bag gives you smooth, grit-free kava every session. The tight-knit stretch fabric, similar to the material in spandex sportswear, holds back root fibre while the kavalactones pass into the water, so each shell comes out clean. The stretch lets you squeeze and wring the bag hard without tearing the seams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same bag works as a nut milk bag, juice strainer, cold brew coffee filter and yoghurt strainer, so one KSh 150 bag covers most straining jobs in a Kenyan kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 reusable strainer bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stretch nylon-spandex fabric with a tight knit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, flexible and stretchy for easy kneading and wringing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBag size:\u003c\/strong\u003e [approx. 25 x 30 cm]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drawstring top to keep kava inside while you knead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse, dry and use again for months of sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use the Strainer Bag for Kava\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 30 to 35g (4 to 6 tablespoons) of medium grind kava to the bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the bag in a bowl with 500ml of room temperature or warm water (40 to 60°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull the drawstring closed and let the bag soak for 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnead and squeeze the bag under the water for 10 minutes. The water turns cloudy and brown as the kavalactones release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWring out the bag over the bowl, empty the spent root, and serve in 100- to 150ml shells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ratios, water temperature and first-timer tips, read our full guide on \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/kavakenya.co.ke\/blogs\/kava-blog\/how-to-prepare-kava\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehow to prepare kava\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Ways to Use Your Strainer Bag\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut milk bag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strain homemade almond, cashew, groundnut and coconut milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant milk filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make smooth soy milk and oat milk with no pulp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold brew coffee bag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill with ground Kenyan coffee, steep in cold water overnight, and lift the bag out in the morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJuice strainer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate pulp from passion fruit, beetroot, celery, ginger and tamarind (ukwaju) juice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYoghurt and mala strainer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hang yoghurt or mala to drain the whey for thick Greek-style yogurt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheesecloth replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make paneer, cottage cheese and labneh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea and herbal infusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep loose tea, hibiscus (sorrel) or lemongrass in a jug.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHomebrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold fruit mash for wine, beer and kombucha.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStocks and broths:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strain bones, herbs and spices from soups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrainer Bag vs Kitchen Sieve for Kava\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKava releases kavalactones through kneading and pressure, and a kitchen sieve gives you no way to knead. Sieve holes also run wider than a strainer bag's tight knit, so fibre slips into your drink and leaves a gritty texture, which often upsets the stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stretch fabric strainer bag lets you work the root by hand for a full extraction and keeps the fibre out of the shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Cleaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn the bag inside out and rinse in cold water straight after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash with mild dish soap, then rinse well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHang to air dry fully before storing to prevent mould and odours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkip bleach, boiling water and the tumble dryer, since heat wears out stretch fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace the bag once the fabric loses stretch or shows holes or loose seams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy a Kava Strainer Bag in Kenya.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTick the strainer bag box on any medium-grind kava page to add one to your order, or buy the bag on its own here. We offer same-day delivery in Nairobi and ship to every county in Kenya. You also find us every Saturday at the Marula Green Farmers Market in Karen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair your bag with a medium-grind kava: \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/kavakenya.co.ke\/products\/loa-waka-medium-grind-kava-kenya\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLoa Waka\u003c\/a\u003e for full-strength sessions, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/kavakenya.co.ke\/products\/borongoru-medium-grind-kava-kenya\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBorongoru\u003c\/a\u003e for sleep, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/kavakenya.co.ke\/products\/borogu-medium-grind-kava-vanuatu-113g\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBorogu\u003c\/a\u003e for an afternoon-to-evening arc, or \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/kavakenya.co.ke\/products\/pouni-ono-medium-grind-kava-kenya-113g\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePouni Ono\u003c\/a\u003e for daytime clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a strainer bag for medium-grind kava?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Medium grind kava is whole ground root, and the fibre stays in the drink without a strainer bag. The bag lets you knead the root for full strength and drink a smooth, clean shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a kava strainer bag the same as a nut milk bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both are fine strainer bags with a drawstring top. Our bag handles kava, nut milk, juice, cold brew coffee and yogurt equally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat material is the strainer bag made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bag uses a stretch nylon-spandex fabric, the same type of material found in spandex sportswear. The tight knit stops kava root fibre and nut pulp, and the stretch gives under pressure, so you squeeze out more liquid with less effort and less risk of tearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes cheesecloth work instead?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheesecloth works in a pinch, but cotton layers shift during kneading, stain quickly, hold odours and wear out after a few uses. A stretch fabric strainer bag stays in one piece, cleans in seconds and lasts for months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the bag safe with hot water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse warm water up to 60°C for kava. Boiling water damages kavalactones and weakens the stretch in the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does one bag last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a rinse after each use and full drying, one bag lasts for months of regular sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere do I buy a strainer bag in Nairobi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder here for same-day delivery anywhere in Nairobi, or pick one up at our Saturday stand at Marula Green Farmers Market in Karen. For questions, WhatsApp or call us on +254 702 251 255.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kava Kenya","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":47748762107993,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":47748762140761,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/2615\/9449\/files\/StrainerBag.jpg?v=1793866895","url":"https:\/\/kavakenya.co.ke\/products\/strainer-bag","provider":"Kava Kenya","version":"1.0","type":"link"}