We brew our kombucha & water kefir in small batches using filtered rainwater, organic black tea (kombucha), organic raw sugar, organic coconut sugar (water kefir), and flavour them using wholefood ingredients. Probiotic Pop is our newest family member, allowing us to make fun new drinks with a longer shelf life, still with only goodness inside. We use probiotics from the Japanese superfood Natto and wholefoods ingredients.
Our current flavours are:
What is kombucha?
Kombucha is an ancient Chinese fermented tea, dating back approximately 2000 years. Traditionally known as the “Immortal Health Elixir”, it is a semi sweet and lightly effervescent tea, fermented from an infusion of sugar and tea. Rich in probiotics and vitamins, kombucha can boost your immune system and your digestion. Best of all, it is delicious, and you can experiment with different variations of the base recipe until you find exactly the right brew for you!
What is water kefir?
Water kefir is a sparking live cultured drink, similar to kombucha. The main difference is that it is not made with a tea and has a more neutral flavour - like a probiotic soda water packed with beneficial microbes.
What are the health benefits of drinking kombucha?
Since ancient times, kombucha has been dubbed the “Elixir of Life” and the “Tea of Immortality” indicating that people have been appreciating its health benefits since it originated in China in 221 BC. The fermentation of the tea creates probiotics which line your digestive tract, boosting your absorption of nutrients and strengthening your immunity. Fermentation also increases the natural anti-oxidant level of tea, making kombucha rich in anti-oxidants which detoxify the body, reduce inflammation and protect against disease.
The balance of beneficial acid, probiotics, enzymes and amino acids in kombucha all contribute to supporting healthy digestion and restoring balance to the digestive system. The probiotics in kombucha can help heal yeast infections such as candida.
General kombucha FAQ
How much should I drink?
Usually one regular glass is fine, but if you are new to kombucha we recommend starting with a smaller amount and testing your response.
How much sugar is in kombucha?
The sugar feeds the yeast, which creates CO2 & ethanol, then the bacteria consume the ethanol and convert it into healthy acids. Very little sugar remains when it is bottled depending on how long the fermentation process lasts.
Our kombucha has about a third to half the sugar of fruit juice
Can I use herbal teas instead of black or green tea?
You can try making kombucha with a sweetened herbal tea but the kombucha culture will gradually deteriorate. One strategy you can use to make herbal kombucha is to keep a mother culture brewing with black or green tea just to grow healthy SCOBYs. That way, once your herbal kombucha SCOBYs lose their vigour, you can harvest another SCOBY from your black or green tea batch. Another strategy for people who want to avoid caffeine present in tea is to use a decaffeinated black or green tea
Does kombucha contain alcohol?
Yes, kombucha does contain traces of naturally occurring alcohol, as a byproduct of the fermentation process, where yeast consumes sugar, converting it to alcohol. However, the alcohol level is so low, kombucha is not intoxicating and will not induce any changes in mood or physical or mental abilities.
Is it safe to drink kombucha during pregnancy?
In our experience during pregnancy and breast feeding, drinking kombucha is perfectly safe and can be helpful for dealing with morning sickness. Kombucha can increase your energy levels and maintain a healthy digestion, while increasing your nutrient intake. While experts warn against drinking alcohol during pregnancy, the alcohol level of kombucha is so minimal, it will not affect a foetus..
I want to brew my own!
Great! It's fun and easy, see our kombucha brewing guide.
Our current flavours are:
- Ginger Kombucha
- Hibiscus Lavender Kombucha
- Mango Kombucha
- Naked Kombucha
- Pineapple Passionfruit Lime & Mint Water Kefir
- Raspberry Lemon Water Kefir
- Ginger Beer Probiotic Pop
- Lemonade Probiotic Pop
What is kombucha?
Kombucha is an ancient Chinese fermented tea, dating back approximately 2000 years. Traditionally known as the “Immortal Health Elixir”, it is a semi sweet and lightly effervescent tea, fermented from an infusion of sugar and tea. Rich in probiotics and vitamins, kombucha can boost your immune system and your digestion. Best of all, it is delicious, and you can experiment with different variations of the base recipe until you find exactly the right brew for you!
What is water kefir?
Water kefir is a sparking live cultured drink, similar to kombucha. The main difference is that it is not made with a tea and has a more neutral flavour - like a probiotic soda water packed with beneficial microbes.
What are the health benefits of drinking kombucha?
Since ancient times, kombucha has been dubbed the “Elixir of Life” and the “Tea of Immortality” indicating that people have been appreciating its health benefits since it originated in China in 221 BC. The fermentation of the tea creates probiotics which line your digestive tract, boosting your absorption of nutrients and strengthening your immunity. Fermentation also increases the natural anti-oxidant level of tea, making kombucha rich in anti-oxidants which detoxify the body, reduce inflammation and protect against disease.
The balance of beneficial acid, probiotics, enzymes and amino acids in kombucha all contribute to supporting healthy digestion and restoring balance to the digestive system. The probiotics in kombucha can help heal yeast infections such as candida.
General kombucha FAQ
How much should I drink?
Usually one regular glass is fine, but if you are new to kombucha we recommend starting with a smaller amount and testing your response.
How much sugar is in kombucha?
The sugar feeds the yeast, which creates CO2 & ethanol, then the bacteria consume the ethanol and convert it into healthy acids. Very little sugar remains when it is bottled depending on how long the fermentation process lasts.
Our kombucha has about a third to half the sugar of fruit juice
Can I use herbal teas instead of black or green tea?
You can try making kombucha with a sweetened herbal tea but the kombucha culture will gradually deteriorate. One strategy you can use to make herbal kombucha is to keep a mother culture brewing with black or green tea just to grow healthy SCOBYs. That way, once your herbal kombucha SCOBYs lose their vigour, you can harvest another SCOBY from your black or green tea batch. Another strategy for people who want to avoid caffeine present in tea is to use a decaffeinated black or green tea
Does kombucha contain alcohol?
Yes, kombucha does contain traces of naturally occurring alcohol, as a byproduct of the fermentation process, where yeast consumes sugar, converting it to alcohol. However, the alcohol level is so low, kombucha is not intoxicating and will not induce any changes in mood or physical or mental abilities.
Is it safe to drink kombucha during pregnancy?
In our experience during pregnancy and breast feeding, drinking kombucha is perfectly safe and can be helpful for dealing with morning sickness. Kombucha can increase your energy levels and maintain a healthy digestion, while increasing your nutrient intake. While experts warn against drinking alcohol during pregnancy, the alcohol level of kombucha is so minimal, it will not affect a foetus..
I want to brew my own!
Great! It's fun and easy, see our kombucha brewing guide.