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Kratom Reviews: Remarkable Herbs Malaysian

Kratom Reviews: Remarkable Herbs Malaysian

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Green Malay Kratom

In this kratom review, I ordered an 8OZ bag of Remarkable Herbs Malaysian Kratom Powder from SalviaExtract. The Malaysian strain sold by SalviaExtract is a green strain harvested from Malaysia. I wanted to test this strain from Remarkable Herbs because it is supposed to be one of the highest alkaloid containing strains. Because of this, Green Malay is said to be excellent for chronic pain. I have had Remarkable Herbs in the past and was not too impressed. It just so happens that Remarkable Herbs has done a wonderful job with their Green Malay kratom, and SalviaExtract with selling it!

What is Kratom?

Mitragyna speciosa, also called kratom, is a deciduous evergreen that grows primarily in the rainforests of Southeast Asia. The tree is closely kin to the coffee plant and it has somewhat similar effects depending on the dosage and strain. The leaves possess numerous alkaloids that are extracted when harvested and made into either a powder or extract. The alkaloids are what have been used to treat numerous health issues holistically, all with positive results. High blood pressure, high blood glucose, fatigue, chronic pain and opioid replacement therapy are just a few. Click Here to read the entire article on health benefits of kratom powder.

Is Kratom Safe?

Because of continued attacks against consumers by the DEA and FDA, kratom has developed a negative reputation. As an everyday user for several years, I can honestly say that is not true at all. Kratom has been a lifesaver for me and so many others.  Kratom helped mewin a life-long battle with prescription pain killers and chronic pain. Click here to read my testimony and see  how much kratom can benefit your life, too. Countless individuals around the globe have had nothing but positive experiences with kratom. Yes, there have been deaths reported. In all four cases narcotics were simultaneously found in the deceased, so no one can truly blame kratom.

 

QUALITY:

The Remarkable Herbs Malay from SalviaExtract came in a sealed , air-tight bag. The outer bag showed an alkaloid level of Mitragynine at 1.5% and 7-OH Mitragynine at 0.05%. The kratom was very fresh and fairly potent! There was a mild aftertaste, but that is to be expected from kratom when you use the toss-and-swish method. The powder was light and airy and it slid right off the spoon when I did the spoon test. It was very fragrant and smelled like green tea. I felt effects within 10 minutes of taking each dose, and the effects lasted roughly 2 hours each time. The Malaysian strain seemed to last a bit longer than other Remarkable Herbs strains I have tried in the past. In fact, it is one of the few strains I have found that really helps my chronic pain and is the one I prefer when buying. To be honest, this will be my new source for kratom, Malaysian strain.  10/10

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DELIVERY TIME:

From the time I ordered until it was delvered to my door was 3 days total. I was given tracking info immeditely after ordering so I was able to get up-to-date notices. SalviaExtract has always shipped my products very fast. It arrived in a plain white envelope so there was discreetness, as they say on their site. 10/10

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

I have never had problems with SalviaExtract when it comes to customer service. They have always answered my questions right away when I had to ask about ordering. According to Reddit and YouTube, not many others have had anything bad happen. SalviaExtract has a large cstomer base and they keep their clients pretty happy. When there is nothing bad found online, then that is good. 9/10

 

FRIENDLINESS OF SITE:

SalviaExtract has one of the best website when it comes to informational articles. It is mainly dedicated to informational pieces on salvia divinorum, kratom and CBD. The site is well put together and maintained, which makes navigating it simple. The products all have good descriptions written so the buyer can truly know what they are getting. The cart is simple to buy from and that makes the checkout process fast. No one wants to jump through hoops when buying online. 10/10

 

DIVERSITY OF PRODUCTS:

SalviaExtract has several brands of kratom to select from, as well as the main strains. Red, Green, and White. You can choose from O.P.M.S, Remarkable Herbs, or Kratom Kaps. They sell their kratom in various size bags of powder, or in capsule forms for convenience. They also carry a large selection of CBD products and entheogens like salvia divinorum. There is a ton of cool stuff to try out on their site.  10/10

 

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING:

People love SalviaExtract from what I can tell. Out of 120 plus reviews, the consensus is that SalviaExtract has great quality products at a fair price. To add to that, they have great customer service. When it comes to kratom, I am pretty picky. From what others are saying, their kratom is very fresh and always good. They have a customer in me. 10/10

CONCLUSION:

In conclusion, I have had Remarkable Herbs in the past with not so positive reactions. The difference was the strain and the vendor! The Green Malay from Remarkable Herbs is one that will get rid of chronic pain without overly sedating. I had great energy levels and felt relaxed. I was able to focus on work and school easier and did not get the headaches and stomach upsets like other brands. It is difficult to find a great vendor with excellent kratom when shopping online. So, when I find one, I continue business there. You can follow the links to read my reviews on Greg’s Botanicals or PA Botanicals. 

 

OVERALL 9/10

 

 

Disclaimer**The opinions in this review are just that, opinions. The author was not paid in any monetary form or persuaded by the trade of products in return for a positive review. All statements about ethnobotanicals are those solely of the reviewer and have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Mitragyna speciosa, kratom, has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration to treat or diagnose any illness or disease. All opinions are the sole responsibility of www.kratomutopia.org and its affiliates.
Kratom Reviews: naCHer Apothecary

Kratom Reviews: naCHer Apothecary

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Kratom Reviews: naCHer Apothecary

Earlier last month I found naCHer Apothecary on Facebook and noticed they were mailing out free kratom. Thinking this would be a great way to review their products, and get free kratom to try out, I placed an order.  Finally about 8 days later I received a small sample pack of 3 different strains, probably totalling 10 grams per pouch. Green Bali, White Thai, and Red Hulu. Thankfully, all I wasted my money on was the shipping. naCHerApothecary… a really cool name, but a disappointment in their free kratom products.

naCHer Apothecary is an online kratom vendor located out of Colorado Springs, Colorado. They also have a brick and mortar store located inside the Chapel Hills Mall in Colorado Springs. They promote a long list of holistic essentials and also sell natural products as Whole Body Apothecary. At least that is who I paid my $5.00 shipping invoice to. This is somewhat confusing to know which one I should reference when doing this review. Because of the two names, I am adding both to this review. Looking at all their neat products, and the professionalism of their site, I am very saddened to have to give a negative review. I am sure not all of their products are like the kratom samples, so in the future, I may give them a second chance to do well. I understand how difficult it is to keep samples fresh. But there is a remarkable difference between having “QUALITY” kratom and having “SAFE” kratom. Their slogan is simple, “Specializing in functional CBD & Kratom Botanicals with an emphasis on maintaining molecular integrity. Sustainable – Functional – Organic.” I beg to differ that they specialize in any of the above.

QUALITY of Kratom from naCHer Apothecary:

Anyone looking for good quality kratom will surely be unhappy with naCHer Apothecary. Especially someone who uses the Toss & Wash method. The Toss & Wash method basically means  spooning a few grams into your mouth and chasing it down with a non-carbonated drink. If you are unsure about the best way to take mitragyna speciosa, see my article on how to use kratom to find the best method for you. The issue with naCHer Apothecary is not just an unfresh product, but it is dirty. All three samples had a strange aftertaste and left sandy and gritty pieces in my mouth. This means they never washed the leaves prior to grinding. Finding a tiny stone in the White Thai only proved to me their kratom lacked proper care. This is quite disturbing because with the current salmonella outbreak, this could be very dangerous. The kratom samples were not just dirty, but they lacked potency. I found myself doubling up on dosing just to get mild effects. This is partly due to it not being fresh, but still disappointing none the less. The samples all came in individual green packages with the names handwritten on them. Not professional looking at all, and this also makes me wonder where these guys really operate from. But, I guess in a pinch it still would suffice if there were no other options available. 2/10

DELIVERY TIME:

I ordered samples February 20th and received in the mail a plain package on the 28th. This took quite awhile to go through all the red tape. Upon ordering I recieved a separate email from Whole Body Apothecary for my samples. After paying the $5 I recieved more emails regarding the status of my order and shipping. This is great, to be in the know continually about where my product is, but they truly lack professionalism. No one wants to have to go through the added steps of paying an invoice several days after ordering. It would be simpler and more efficient to just pay on the site with a card and be done. It took 8 days total, including card processing time. It may be totally different when ordering products, but after the quality issue I will not be testing this theory. 5/10

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

Unfortunately, I have nothing good nor bad to say about naCHer Apothecary’s service. I sent them a message along with my order stating my intentions of this review. Like I stated before, I did not expect any compensation or attention, just letting them know this was taking place. Nothing, no email saying “Thank You” or or even taking the time to show any pride in their product and company. Knowing this review was to be written, I would have made sure to send the freshest product I had along with a simple note of thanks. All I ever received was a bill. I have searched Reddit and YouTube, but see nothing regarding naCHer Apothecary. On Facebook there are a few people boasting 5 Stars. Unfortunately, these people are just discussing their lip balms and muscle salves. So for their lack of Customer Service, I cannot say. Their motto is Customer Service is 3rd and it shows! 4/10

FRIENDLINESS OF SITE:

This is where it gets interesting. Their site is awesome! It is simple and elegant. Each product is easy to find and simple to add to the cart. Each product comes complete with great pictures and captions. The site has more information and images than products itself. They claim quite a bit on their site, promoting more CBD and cannabinoids than kratom. Nonetheless, each product is easy to find and the site is easy to navigate. Honestly, I was surprised to receive such bad products with their site being so good. I truly had higher expectations with these guys just because of how well-maintained the site was.  10/10

DIVERSITY OF PRODUCTS:

Someone looking for variety may fare better choosing a different vendor. naCHer Apothecary only has 11 strains total on their kratom products and 5 choices for CBD. Not much for variety. They offer two white strains, four red strains and 4 green strains. The basics. I can appreciate the simplicity because there truly are just three strains; red, green, and white. Click Here to read what each strain does. However, when it comes to variety of products, alone they score low. There is not much to choose from. 5/10

METHODS OF PAYMENT:

The only way to purchase from these guys is to wait for them to send an invoice. They do not offer methods of payment directly on site, and that is a waste of time. To wait for an invoice, then to pay later is ridiculous. Basically, you order and wait for someone to contact you back. I am sure they accept all cards because I originally paid with my Visa. 2/10

WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING:

Searching online forums, such as Reddit and YouTube, has offered nothing on naCHer Apothecary. Their Facebook page boasts a few reviews but not much about kratom. 12 people do like their muscle salves and lip creams, and a couple do mention Red Thai. These are only regarding free samples also, so that is important to take that fact into consideration. Not much else to say. 7/10

CONCLUSION:

To sum it all up, do not waste your time. Their products are lacking integrity and that is a huge concern. Even though they state molecular integrity, the sheer fact that stones and sand in the product means it was not washed. There is a huge risk when taking kratom that is unwashed. Farmers use numerous pesticides and other chemical agents and if the leaves are not adequately cared for you risk exposure. Exposure to pesticides can cause neurological damage and poisoning. This is something that I myself must start thinking about, and I urge everyone who takes kratom also to be more careful. We cannot trust everyone and should only stick to vendors whom we trust. naCHer Apothecary is one I no longer trust and will not use again. If you wish to find quality products at a fair price, always use a “Trusted Vendor.” Greg’s Botanical out of Tampa Bay, or PA Botanicals in Pennsylvania are two vendors whom are very trustworthy. Feel free to click the links above to visit my reviews of both these excellent vendors. Be careful putting things in your body and avoid naCHer Apothecary. They seem to specialize in soap. They definitely should stick to just that, in my own opinion, before they hurt someone.

 

Disclaimer**The opinions in this review are just that, opinions. The author was not paid in any monetary form or persuaded by the trade of products in return for a positive review. All statements about ethnobotanicals are those solely of the reviewer and have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Mitragyna speciosa, kratom, has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration to treat or diagnose any illness or disease. All opinions are the sole responsibility of www.kratomutopia.org and its affiliates.

 

 

Kratom Reviews: PA Botanicals

Kratom Reviews: PA Botanicals

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Before I begin with my kratom review for PA Botanicals, I would like to state that I owe a wealth of gratitude to this company, and Ruth who has always helped me when I ran into any snag while ordering. When I first began my journey with sobriety several years back, PA Botanicals was the reason. My first encounter with Ultra Maeng Da Kratom blew me away and set the course for a new life, free from the opioids that had me trapped for decades after a car wreck left me with 18 plates in my back. For that reason, PA Botanicals will always be a trusted vendor in my eyes.

Kratom is a finely ground powder derived from the leaves and stems of the mitragyna speciosa tree, which are rubiacea evergreens primarily located in tropical Southeast Asia. The natives and indiginous people have used kratom for centuries as a holistic treatment for pain and energy. Kratom is also used as a potent anti-diarrheal and an anxiolytic (anti-anxiety), and it has been known to lower blood pressure and regulate glucose levels in diabetics. Recently kratom has been employed in the United States as a powerful weapon for defeating withdrawal symptoms from opioids and has sparked much debate and concern with the Food and Drug Administration and Drug Enforcement Agency. The fact is kratom has exploded onto the scene in the last decade and therefore created a wealth of vendors, both online and mainstreet, who all claim to have superior products and at the lowest prices. With that being said, it is truly difficult to weed out the good from the bad and find a vendor who delivers both, but PA Botanicals fits the bill.

It is very frustrating ordering from an online vendor and waiting for the package to arrive, only to receive low quality products. Often times I have ordered from an online vendor and was very disappointed with the service or the quality of their products. Because of this reason many vendors have opted to become known as  a “TRUSTED VENDOR,” meaning their kratom products and customer service have been verified by the community and proven to excel in the areas of Quality, Price and Service. Purchasing from a Trusted Vendor means never worrying if their kratom has been laced with unwanted chemicals, such as the case with Krypton kratom. Krypton was known to be laced with the exact chemical compound found in the prescription drug Tramadol and has been very dangerous for the unsuspecting consumer. Fortunately, Krypton has been taken off the shelves, but it stands to reason there is still some floating around out there in Kratomland.  That is why buying from a Trusted or Vetted vendor is crucial and should be a deciding factor when looking for a new supplier of ethnobotanicals. PA Botanicals is just that.

Located in Sharon, Pennsylvania is both a brick and mortar and online store named PA Botanicals. PA Botanicals offers an extensive line of kratom and they carry a rather large list of other various ethnobotanicals.

I have ordered probably over a dozen times from PA Botanical’s online store while living in Texas and in Florida and have never had a single issue with the quality or the service. Ruth and Kara have always went above and beyond when issues came up with shipping or when my card would decide not to work. Emails and phone calls were always answered in a timely fashion. I remember when I first moved to Florida 2 years ago and lost a package of kratom samples in the mail along the way. Although this was no error on PA Botanicals, rather my own fault for not forwarding my mail on time, Ruth made sure to send me out a duplicate order and I received my package within 3 days. PA Botanicals has never disappointed!

QUALITY:

When it comes to the quality of kratom, PA Botanicals is top notch. I recently purchased a sample pack, which was called “You Can’t Tell Me Nothing” and offered 22 individually packed 10 gram samples of  greens, reds, whites and even yellow strains of kratom. Each strain has a unique set of alkaloids and effects the body differently depending on the strain. For instance, their Green Malay is amazing for treating pain, whereas the Red Borneo does well for controlling anxiety and their Super Green works well as a potent energizer. The only strain I did not care too much for was called “Jessie’s Blend” only because it was a bit too strong. I am unsure why, but it caused my heart to race and my chest to hurt and it made me feel very strange for about an hour, something I have never experienced with other kratom before. Usually being too strong is no issue at all, but this blend I will steer clear from. On the other hand, “Monkey Business” has to be my new favorite blend! It had a smooth taste and equally smooth “buzz” which gave me ample energy while eliminating my severe back pain. Every person reacts differently to each strain so what may work for me may not work for the next person, but this strain had lasting power! I will say that PA Botanicals carries the freshest and finest ground kratom of any vendor I have bought from. Fresh kratom tends to stick to the spoon when getting it out of the bag because of static electricity, so if your kratom does not it is probably not very fresh. Fresh kratom has a very aromatic nature and should never taste gritty or grainy. Personally, I still use the Toss and Swish method over using capsules, and can appreciate the texture of PA’s fresh kratom. Most kratom has a bitter aftertaste and tastes quite nasty, but none of the 22 samples tasted “medicinal” or overly bitter to me. All 22 sample packs were extremely fresh and flavorful. That is a hard feat to accomplish when selling sample packs because many vendors will pre-package tons of samples and sit on them causing the kratom to lose potency and consistency far before they can be consumed.

DELIVERY TIME:

From the time my card went through until the package was in my mailbox was 3 days. PA Botonicals kept me updated with emails as to the status of my order from beginning to end. They offer this service to all their customers, and as an added bonus their site also offers package tracking. PA Botanicals is the first vendor I have seen do this! Legally there are several states and counties where kratom is illegal and they are unable to ship, so make sure to check the legality in your area before ordering to save yourself any problems. Score 10/10

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

Customer service has always been excellent at PA Botanicals with phone calls and emails always answered within the same business day. Everyone I have spoken with has been very helpful and knowledeable of the products offered. Everyone is friendly and caring as well. Like I said before, I have ordered dozens of times in the past from Texas and Florida and have never had a problem with poor service. Ruth and Kara have always made sure I was happy and taken care of. Searching through online forums such as Reddit and YouTube also proves the customers of PA Botanicals are very happy with their customer service. Except for the occassional person who is unhappy, the general consensus is that PA Botanicals has excellent customer service and it shows.  Score 9/10

FRIENDLINESS OF SITE:

PA Botanicals has a simple yet elegant approach for online purchasing of kratom and other ethnobotanicals. The site is easy to navigate and each product comes with pictures and real customer reviews to assist in your decision making. They also offer military discounts, affiliate opportunities and other coupon codes for the everyday consumer. Checkout is simple and fast, with no need to go through a third party to purchase, like some vendors who route you to Amazon or PayPal exclusively to complete your order. PA Botanicals offers a variety of ways to pay such as traditional cards, Wal-Mart to Wal-Mart and C.O.D. They also have a Rewards Program in place for their loyal customers as a way of saving money with each order. Score 9.5/10

DIVERSITY OF PRODUCTS:

It is hard to say exactly how many strains of kratom PA Botanicals offers, but the list is quite extensive. Reds, greens, whites, yellows, golds…the list is never ending when it comes to variety of kratom they offer. This is by far the most comprehensive list of various strains and even custom blends made in-house. If you are new to kratom or to PA Botanicals, they offer 11 varieties of sample packs to give the customer a taste of each. Each variety pack has 22 individually packaged and labeled bags to narrow down your new favorite strain. They sell regular kratom powder, enhanced kratom, extracts, capsules, and a massive spread of other ethnobotanicals such as kanna, skullcap and cordyalis. I have yet to try any other products besides kratom so I cannot say the quality is neither good nor bad. It stands to reason that their other products are just as satisfying as their kratom.

METHODS OF PAYMENT:

PA Botanicals offers a variety of ways to pay for your order; such as

  • Money Orders
  • Bank Transfer
  • ECheck
  • Cashier’s Check
  • Wal Mart to Wal Mart/Money Gram
  • Debit or Credit cards Mastercard, Visa, Amex and Discover. Extra discounts are given with E-Checks and Wal-Mart to Wal-Mart orders. Score 10/10

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING:

Although it is difficult to keep every customer happy, it looks like PA Botanicals has mastered it. Out of nearly a hundred or more different real customer comments I found, only one or two negative comments surfaced. Believe me, I searched high and low for the dirt but found nothing more than satisfied customers who bragged on the quality and service.

CONCLUSION:

I will add the prices at PA Botanicals for kratom are a little more for my taste when solely buying sample packs. Buying in bulk is much cheaper. I paid almost $55.00 for 220 grams total and was offered no discount at checkout nor given any extra samples. I received exactly what I ordered, no more no less even with two employees aware of my ordering for the sole purpose of writing this review. Although I didn’t expect, nor desire extra as compensation, I have always had samples of either kratom or kava kava, or a even a simple note added to the package. Just something sent out as a “Thank you for your patronage, try this…” I remember the good ol’ days when companies would at least send you an extra sample or two to display a new strain or at least give you a taste of their other products. Unfortunately it seems no companies care to show that love any longer. I could have purchased from my regular trusted vendor 250 grams at $35.00 so that was my only disappointment. PA Botanicals does offer my usual strain, Green Malay, for $34.99 for 8 ounces and is a much better deal. So, honestly their prices are right in line compared to other vendors, but it does cost more when buying samples. I paid quite a bit more for far less in an effort to write this. A usual dose for myself is right around 3 grams every few hours, so for me this did not pan out as a lasting solution. If you do purchase from PA Botanicals, and I truly urge you to, then make sure to just buy one strain at a time rather than the sample packs. I had no issues with PA Botanicals and will use them again with open arms. Their quality is always excellent, customer service is wonderful, but the prices are a little high when you only purchase sample packs. However, for the beginner, sample packs are the best way of identifying which strain works best for you and your condition. PA Botanicals sells regular kratom powder for around $6.99 an ounce, which is actually a wonderful price, but when purchasing sample packs the pricing tends to not add up to the same as if buying just one strain. All in all, PA Botanicals is a wonderful company with excellent kratom at great prices! OVERALL SCORE 9/10

Disclaimer**The opinions in this review are just that, opinions. The author was not paid in any monetary form or for trade of products in return for a positive review. All statements about ethnobotanicals are those solely of the reviewer and have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

Kratom Reviews: Greg’s Botanical

Kratom Reviews: Greg’s Botanical

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Mitragyna speciosa, better known as kratom, has become the “go-to” source for natural energy and holistic pain relief alternative for millions of people worldwide. In the deep South, the “go-to” person for exceptional kratom is Greg Hernandez, owner of Greg’s Botanical.  Lately, with sales booming and so many online vendors to choose from, finding great kratom with excellent customer service both has been hard to find. Fortunately, last year I stumbled upon just that and rarely do I order from anywhere else. Any kratom connoisseur will be pleased that they found Greg’s!

Mitragyna speciosa is a family member of the rubiaecea species of plants, which are exclusive to the lush rainforests of Southeast Asia. Kratom is a very close relative of the coffee species. For countless generations the indigenous people of Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and other tropical areas in Southeast Asia have depended on this native plant primarily for producing natural energy, without any jittery side effects. It has been used similarly to how the rest of us consume coffee or even energy drinks.

Kratom is known for its potent anxiolytic and analgesic properties, replacing the need for anxiety and prescription pain medications for millions of individuals throughout the world. Within the past decade the remaining continents have began to benefit greatly from this miraculous plant, many people learning how beneficial it is in combatting the awful withdrawals from opioids, such as oxycodone and even heroin. With the boom of sales throughout the West, there has been a plethora of online stores claiming their “kratom is superb”, or my favorite, “the best price anywhere”, and it truly is disheartening when you have waited any length of time on a product that is a waste of money and is bunk. It has become my personal mission to educate the community on which vendors are worth your time, and the ones you should steer clear of altogether.

Greg’s Botanical, located deep within the heart of sunny Tampa Bay, Florida, is my personal favorite among the numerous vendors I have encountered in my 5-year kratom journey. Greg Hernandez, the proprietor of Greg’s Botanical, is not merely just a vendor, he is also vetted. Vetted vendors send samples of each strain to leaders of the kratom community, along with ample paperwork showcasing not only the potency, but proving mitragynine and other key alkaloid levels. In other words, being vetted means that respected leaders of the community have tested the vendor’s product in all areas: Price, Potency and Professionalism. Greg at Greg’s Botanical, surpasses everyone in all those areas! Recently Greg teamed up with Natures Garden Lab, who has an equally impressive background.

• QUALITY

No matter the product, whether it may be CBD oil, kratom powder, or akuamma capsules (excellent for a natural sleep-aid), I have never had an issue with any of Greg’s products being old or of poor quality. His strains are ample potent, and always the freshest of anywhere, even fresher than buying it from the local brick and mortar store! When the kratom powder sticks to the spoon upon consuming, it is sort of a static electricity test, that’s how you know it is extremely fresh. Some vendors buy in bulk and if that certain strain doesn’t sell right away, then they are forced to sit on it and over time it becomes gritty and grainy and loses quite a bit of the alkaloids that are so desired. The only issue I have ever had with any of Greg’s kratom was that it was too potent at times, something that is really no issue at all! 10/10

• DELIVERY TIME

Greg’s Botanical offers expedited shipping on all orders, and typically my order is received within 2 days of me ordering. It may help that I live merely an hour away, but I have also seen many other consumers on various forums and Facebook who say the same thing. They may be across on the West Coast and still receive their shipment within 3 days. The only issue with ship is that if a product is out of stock it may take much longer, but isn’t that to be expected? Greg always personally goes above and beyond to ensure his clients are happy! 10/10

• CUSTOMER SERVICE

Greg is unlike most vendors, he has old school manners and takes pride in his business and personally handles all customer complaints instead of passing the buck to someone else. Any questions or concerns are always addressed immediately, and he goes above and beyond to make sure his customers are happy before the transaction is complete. I have searched YouTube, Reddit, and Facebook and have yet to find anything negative from other consumers. In fact, any problems were handled directly by Greg himself and the customer left satisfied. Many of his customers are in his Facebook group, which can be joined at https://www.facebook.com/gregsbotanicalswebsite/, and each member is taken care of. Greg even holds contests for free kratom on occasion, which not only boosts sales, but the personal interaction he gives each customer makes a huge difference. With Greg’s company motto being “People Over Profits,” one would not expect any less. 10/10

• FRIENDLINESS OF SITE

Greg’s website, https://www.gregsbotanical.com/kratom/ has an elegant yet professional appearance and is very easy to navigate. His products are simple to find under each category, complete with good quality photos of almost everything. There is always some sort of coupon on the Home screen which instantly gives a discount to all customers, another rarity and huge bonus. The only issue I have had is when I wanted to place an order, there was no way to add any product to my cart and I spent almost 30 minutes searching through various products for a way to add anything at all to the list. That has never happened before, so perhaps it was just an issue with my computer. Frustrating, but I asked why it was that way and the issue was immediately addressed. I was told there was maintenance on the site and it would be resolved in a matter of days. So once again, Greg stepped up in a timely fashion! 7/10

• DIVERSITY OF PRODUCTS

Greg’s Botanical offers a vast selection of kratom and other ethnobotanicals, such as Himalayan shilajit and akuamma powder. I will be trying out the new Indian Warrior he has on sale now for sleep once it returns to stock. He has ample strains of kratom to choose from, with literature and real customer reviews under each one to ensure the patron upon purchase that they didn’t choose wrong. After reading the reviews on various sites, it seems the favorite among his clients is the Super Green! He allows split kilos as well, which is handy for those who like to buy a larger supply but not be confined to just one strain. Usually I will get a Super Green and a Red of some sort and alternate them. The ability to split a kilo is perfect for us who like diversity. 9/10

• METHODS OF PAYMENT

Greg’s Botanical accepts all the major credit and debit cards, such as Mastercard, Discover and Visa. He also accepts PayPal and now BITCOIN. JSE Coin, and Ethereum have been added as payment methods for the tech-savvy individual. 10/10

• WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING

People all over the internet have nothing but excellent things to say about Greg’s Botanical, and his quality of product. His prices are reasonable, and they are quite a bit lower than most other online kratom vendors. His Super Green and Bentuangie are the class favorites, and he offers a special product called “Botanical Boost” to add to your kratom regimen. The “Botanical Boost” is made up of cayenne, turmeric, dlpa and proprietary blend, and it offers the consumer added potency and maximum length when taken together.

In conclusion, there are a plethora of online kratom vendors promising their superior product and pricing, but not all vendors truly qualify to have that statement. Greg’s Botanical is a steady 9/10 on my rating scale and is for sure a name you should familiarize yourself with if you enjoy awesome kratom at great prices! 9/10 OVERALL SCORE!!

Disclaimer**The opinions in this review are just that, opinions. The author was not paid in any monetary form or for trade of products in return for a positive review. All statements about ethnobotanicals are those solely of the reviewer and have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration.