Organic Raw Kombucha Culture
What is Organic Raw Kombucha Culture?
Kombucha culture is a symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY). It is used to ferment sweet tea, creating the effervescent, slightly sour beverage known as kombucha. The culture is typically a gelatinous disc that contains the microorganisms responsible for fermentation.
Is Organic Raw Kombucha Culture vegan?
Organic Raw Kombucha Culture is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Organic Raw Kombucha Culture gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Organic Raw Kombucha Culture a major allergen?
Kombucha culture is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Organic Raw Kombucha Culture used for?
Kombucha culture is the primary ingredient used to produce kombucha.
Is Organic Raw Kombucha Culture safe?
Kombucha is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
Why it's used
Kombucha culture is the primary ingredient used to produce kombucha. Manufacturers add it to sweet tea to initiate fermentation, which produces the characteristic tangy flavor and carbonation. It is most often found in bottled beverages marketed as kombucha.
Health notes
Kombucha is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. While kombucha contains probiotics, which may benefit gut health, scientific evidence for specific health benefits in humans is still developing. JECFA has evaluated kombucha and determined it is safe for consumption. Some individuals may experience digestive upset from the acidity or carbonation.
Allergen info
Kombucha culture is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Organic Raw Kombucha Culture
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