A Beginners Guide to Finding Your Best Kratom Strain

Out of all the Kratom strains available, how do you know which one is right for you? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! This guide will help narrow down your options and make the process fun and easy.

My First Kratom Experience (Or Lack Thereof!)

Before getting hired by Happy Hippo, I did what every responsible person does before an interview—I researched the company. I eagerly hopped onto the website, ready to soak up all the knowledge about Kratom. But within seconds, I was overwhelmed.

There were so many different strains, each with its own quirky Happy Hippo name and a fancy botanical counterpart (i.e., White Vein Maeng Da vs. Rockstar Hippo). My brain immediately hit panic mode: If I wanted to buy Kratom right now, I’d have NO clue where to start!

Sound familiar? If you’ve ever felt this way, relax! You’re in good company, and I’m here to help you make sense of it all.

Kratom Strain Speeds: Slow, Moderate, Fast!

To make things simple, we categorize Kratom into three speeds:

• Fast Strains: Think of these like your morning coffee; great for energy, productivity, and boosting your social mood.

• Slow Strains: Great for winding down, promoting a sense of well-being, and easing general discomfort.

• Moderate Strains: The middle ground, balanced effects of relaxation and energy, making them great all-around choices.

Once you know which speed best suits your needs, you can dive deeper into the different strain options within that category.

Decoding Kratom Strain Names

Every Kratom strain name consists of two key parts:

1. Vein Color (This refers to the leaf’s vein color at harvest.)

• Red Vein: Typically offers relaxation and calming effects.

• Green Vein: Best for clarity, focus, and a balanced feeling.

• White Vein: Energizing and motivating—great for tackling that to-do list.

• Yellow/Gold Vein: Mood-lifting and euphoric, offering a unique experience.

2. Region of Origin (This impacts how the leaf resonates.)

• Fast Strains: Maeng Da, Thai

• Moderate Strains: Indo

• Slow Strains: Borneo, Viet, Bali, Hulu, Sumatra

Where a Kratom plant is grown actually affects how it works in your body. Pretty cool, right?

How to Pick the Right Strain

Each product page includes a detailed description of what you can expect from that particular strain, compiled from our own Happy Hippo employees’ experiences. We never make medical claims, but we do provide a breakdown of how the strain might make you feel.

Something to keep in mind -
There is no universal best Kratom strain, what works wonders for one person may not be ideal for another. Finding your perfect match is a journey, and that’s part of the fun!

Unlocking the “Sweet Spot” for Your Kratom Experience

When trying Kratom for the first time, many people either take too much (resulting in an upset stomach) or too little (feeling nothing at all).

Here’s where the Sweet Spot comes in! Finding your ideal serving size takes a little experimentation, but here’s a beginner-friendly guide:

Kratom Serving Size Recommendations

• For Lady Hippos:

• Below 125 lbs: 0.25 - 0.50 grams

• 125 - 160 lbs: 0.50 - 0.75 grams

• Above 160 lbs: 0.75 - 1.00 gram

• For Gentleman Hippos:

• Below 150 lbs: 0.75 - 1.50 grams

• 150 - 210 lbs: 1.50 - 2.25 grams

• Above 210 lbs: 2.25 - 3.00 grams

It’s always better to start low and gradually increase rather than taking too much and regretting it.

Pro Tip: Keep a Kratom Log! Jot down how much you take, when you take it, and how you feel. Adjust accordingly until you hit that perfect sweet spot.

Final Thoughts: Experiment, Enjoy, and Find Your Favorite!

Your first Kratom order might not be the perfect match, and that’s okay! Finding your favorite strain is an adventure, and we’re here to help along the way. If you’re just starting out, check out our Newbie’s Tab for Kratom sample packs—an easy way to try multiple strains and see what clicks!

Happy experimenting, Hippos! 🦛✨

Check out our Kratom Sample Packs here!