Association for Hawaiian Awa Publications

Guides to Hawaiian awa, posters, and links to research

Awa: Cutting to Beverage - 24x36 inch poster

A visual guide to the Hawaiian awa cultivars, and illustration of plant propagation, cultivation, harvesting, and processing for beverage production.


Hawaiian Awa: Views of an Ethnobotanical Treasure - 2006 book

A detailed examination of Hawaiian awa, including its history, chemistry, and pharmacology, as well as guides for cultivation, pest management, processing, and beverage preparation.


Maka’ala Rawlins - Prospectus

On being a third generation ‘awa farmer and Hawaiian cultural practitioner.


Edward Johnston - The Three-Thousand Year Enigma

‘Awa, a plant with deep cultural roots in the Pacific, offers significant health benefits.

Käwika Winter - Hawaiian ‘Awa (Piper methysticum): A Study in Ethnobotany

Thesis on ‘awa at the University of Hawaii.