Who We Are

The Tupou Kava Company is a family-owned business offering Tongan Noble Kava grown on a family plantation on Vava’u Island, Tonga, using traditional cultivation methods passed down through generations.

The company was founded by siblings BA Hill and Katalina Barton and is named in honour of their Tongan grandparents, whose surname is Tupou.

Our History

The Tupou Kava Company was established to introduce Tongan Noble Kava to the Australian market while maintaining the cultural traditions connected to its cultivation.

The kava is grown on the family plantation in Vava’u Island using traditional farming practices that have been maintained over generations. The company’s foundation is rooted in heritage, family values, and a long-standing connection to Tonga and the South Pacific.

Our Mission

The purpose of The Tupou Kava Company is to provide Tongan Noble Kava to the Australian market in a way that respects and honours the traditions and cultural heritage of Tonga and the South Pacific.

The business operates with a focus on responsible cultivation, consistent production standards, and community engagement across all aspects of production and distribution.

Our Values

Authenticity

The company is committed to maintaining traditional cultivation practices associated with kava farming in Tonga, reflecting the cultural heritage connected to its production.

Consistency

The Tupou Kava Company maintains structured standards across cultivation, harvesting, selection, and distribution processes.

Sustainability

Traditional farming methods are used to support responsible land use on the plantation in Vava’u Island.

Community Responsibility

The company values continued engagement with local communities connected to its operations in Tonga.

A Message from Our Co-Founders

“Malo e lelei” (hello) from The Tupou Kava Company co-founders, brother and sister BA Hill and Katalina Barton.

The Tupou Kava Company was created to share Tongan Noble Kava grown on our family plantation in Vava’u Island with the Australian market, while respecting the traditions and cultural heritage of our ancestors. Our commitment remains grounded in tradition, responsible cultivation, and community values.

The Tupou Kava Company

Phone: +61 448588380 or fill in our contact form to email us

Customer Support Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday and Sunday:   Closed

Time Zone: (GMT+10:00) Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)
Response Time: We respond within one business day