Kombucha, also known as “Immortal Health Elixir” by its makers, or mushroom tea in other quarters, is a natural vegan green or black tea containing amino acids, organic acids, Vitamin B, and polyphenols. The unique thing about this beverage is that it has the broad spectrum of B vitamins that are believed to be only derived from animal sources. Depending on the brewing time, the beverage will also have traces of ethanol, probiotics oxidants, and enzymes.

 

Depending on the brewing time, the beverage will also have traces of ethanol, probiotics oxidants, and enzymes.

This vegan drink is originally from China. But other countries like Russia have had their version of fermented tea. Kombucha is the result of the symbiotic culture of yeast and bacteria. It involves mixing organic tea, sugar, bacteria and yeast which is then left to ferment.

Here is how it looks in real life:

 

Some people call it Kombucha mushroom tea but it does not contain any form of mushroom. Kombucha drink has been increasing in popularity in the recent past due to its myriad health benefits including enhanced vitality, immune system, and detoxification of the body. Other benefits associated with kombucha drink are reduced blood pressure, cancer cure, and a prolonged quality life.

 

You will get the best values from Kombucha if you can ferment your own tea. Brewers use a starter, which is fermented tea. This is also called the “mother” in Kombucha culture. The “mother” is then added to an already sweetened tea and then left in a glass jar for 7-14 days. This will allow a colony of yeast and bacteria to grow on the surface of the tea.

 

There are also many reliable commercial Kombucha drinks. For example, you can get a GT Kombucha (check on Amazon) that comes in various organic flavors like ginger, making them wonderfully delicious.

Unlike other brands that pasteurize their Kombucha drinks, GT’s products are as raw as homemade Kombucha.

 

Would you prefer fixing your own Kombucha or buying your favorite brand from the store?