How to make a refreshing kombucha refresher
If you’ve never had a kombucha before, the taste can be a bit confusing. Is it tea? Or juice? Why does it taste sour? Why is it fizzy? These are things that make a kombucha perfect for a mocktail.
Kombucha is a fermented tea with a tangy, slightly fizzy taste, and it makes a great base for a fruity mocktail. Try adding fruit, citrus, herbs, or ginger, depending on what you feel like. Our kombucha mocktail is quite simple and includes a splash of mainelove Raspberry Lime With Bubbles. We love the result, which is a refreshing, fruity drink with just enough tartness to make it interesting.
The story behind kombucha
The origin story of kombucha is shrouded in the mists of time, but it’s commonly believed to have originated in ancient China. From there, it spread to Russia and other parts of Europe in the early 20th century, and to America in the early 21st century. It is claimed to have numerous health benefits, including good gut health, antioxidant properties, liver support, and heart health.
Kombucha drinks are made by fermenting sweetened tea with a SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast), which is what gives the drink its distinctive tangy flavor and natural fizz. Over time, Kombucha has moved far beyond its traditional origins and is now found in health food stores, grocery shops, and even in cocktails. The versatile beverage can be used for everything from basic fruit drinks to creative cocktails and mocktails.
Ingredients you’ll need to make a kombucha mocktail
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6 to 8 fresh raspberries
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½ oz fresh lime juice
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6 oz chilled kombucha
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4 oz chilled mainelove Raspberry Lime With Bubbles
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Ice
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Fresh raspberries and a lime wheel for garnish
Note: We’re not adding any extra sweetener since fresh raspberries are sweet on their own, but if you like your mocktail sweet, you can add some.
How to make a kombucha refresher
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Place the raspberries and lime juice in a tall glass.
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Gently mash the raspberries until they release some juice, but don’t crush them all the way.
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Add ice to the glass.
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Pour in the chilled kombucha.
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Top with mainelove Raspberry Lime with Bubbles and stir gently.
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Garnish with fresh raspberries and a lime wheel, then serve right away.
Tip: You can add a few fresh mint leaves to make the mocktail even more refreshing, or a few slices of ginger for some heat. You can also increase or reduce the fresh fruit according to your preference.
What can I mix kombucha with?
Kombucha goes very well with fruit, juices, herbs, sparkling water (both flavored and non-flavored), and even mild alcoholic spirits. Tart and sweet fruits like berries, pomegranate, tangerine, and pineapple are good choices.
Is kombucha an alcoholic drink?
Kombucha contains very small amounts of alcohol as a result of the fermentation process used to make it. Still, the amount is so small that it’s legally classified as a non-alcoholic beverage.
Are there side effects of kombucha?
Drinking too much kombucha or badly brewed kombucha might result in gas, bloating, stomach issues, and sometimes tooth enamel erosion.
Am I still sober if I drink kombucha?
Kombucha contains less than 0.5% alcohol by volume (ABV) and is legally considered non-alcoholic. So drinking it should technically not break your sobriety.
Who cannot drink kombucha?
Pregnant and breastfeeding people should avoid kombucha because it contains caffeine, small amounts of alcohol, and bacteria. People with weakened immune systems, liver or kidney disease, alcohol sensitivities or recovery goals, and very young children should also avoid it.
