S Organic Raw Kombucha

Kombucha is a fermented tea beverage made by adding a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY) to sweetened tea. The SCOBY consumes the sugar and produces organic acids, carbon dioxide, and a small amount of alcohol. It is often flavored with fruits, herbs, or spices.

Kombucha is primarily sold as a beverage. Manufacturers produce it for its tangy, slightly sweet flavor and perceived health benefits. It is typically found in the refrigerated section of grocery stores.

Kombucha is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for consumption. It contains probiotics, which are live microorganisms thought to benefit gut health, though research is ongoing. JECFA has evaluated kombucha and noted its complex composition, but did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified). Some individuals may experience digestive upset due to its acidity or carbonation.