What is kombucha?

Only the most delicious drink on the planet. This unique, fizzy beverage is made from fermented tea and celebrated for both its refreshing taste and potential health benefits. Its origins trace back centuries, with roots in ancient China and eventually spreading to various cultures worldwide as a cherished tonic.

Kombucha is distinct because of its vibrant, unfiltered nature. It’s not just tea; it’s a living beverage filled with active cultures and beneficial compounds produced through fermentation. For those who love the process of home-brewing, kombucha also offers a unique connection to the brewing experience, letting you craft a drink that’s truly alive, fresh, and personal. 

It’s crafted by combining tea (often black or green), sugar, and a live culture known as a SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast). As the tea ferments, the SCOBY transforms the sugar into beneficial acids, probiotics, and a mild natural carbonation, resulting in kombucha’s signature tangy flavor and gentle effervescence.

First of all, it doesn’t get any fresher than when you make it yourself. But home-brewing kombucha is also an artful balance of craftmanship and science. It’s about the pride of creating something from scratch and experiencing the natural fermentation process from start to finish. The satisfaction comes not just from drinking the kombucha, but from mastering the art of brewing, connecting with tradition, and enjoying the quiet confidence of having made it yourself. 

Freshly baked bread, freshly made pasta, freshly squeezed juice… like most things, we think fresh is best and kombucha is no different. Freshly brewed kombucha delivers a liveliness that’s often lost in store-bought versions. Kombucha brewed by you is full of live cultures and natural flavors at their peak. Many commercial brands are pasteurized and have been on the shelf for weeks, even months, which can dull the flavor and reduce the active ingredients. Home-brewed kombucha is alive and vibrant. This is kombucha the way it’s meant to be – full of flavor, freshness and active goodness.

Packed with probiotics, kombucha promotes gut health, which helps with digestion and supports the body’s natural defences. Additionally, it’s rich in antioxidants and organic acids, which have been linked to energy and overall wellness. Freshly brewed bruusta kombucha, especially, retains these benefits, making it a great addition to a balanced lifestyle.

• Low sugar: bruusta kombucha is a much healthier option than most commercial brands at less than 1g of sugar per glass.
• Supports gut health: bruusta has over 1 billion probiotics in each 8oz glass. Probiotics support a healthy gut.
• Rich in antioxidants: The tea in kombucha provides antioxidants, bruusta is made from the finest blend of both green and black teas.
• Potential for immune support: bruusta has a high level of the key organic acids and polyphenols associated with immune support.