In Samoa, kava is drunk at all important
gatherings and ceremonies.
The kava is prepared by a group of people
called aumaga.
It is brought to each participant by the tautua'ava, or
'ava server, in the order proscribed by the tufa'ava, or 'ava
distributor.
Usually, the highest chief of the visiting party is served
first, followed by the highest chief of the host party, and then service
proceeds based on the rank of the rest of the participants.
The drink
is served in a polished coconut half.
The overall ceremony is highly
ritualized, with specific gestures and phrases to be used at various
times.
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