The C&TH Guide To Kombucha

When it comes to feeling good, gut health plays a major role in maintaining our overall wellbeing. Home to both good and bad bacteria, imbalances can lead to poor digestion, bloating, fatigue and inflammation. As we all know, over-consumption of antibiotics, alcohol and processed foods can strip our intestines of its healthy bacteria, reducing our ability to absorb nutrients and allowing unhealthy bacteria to thrive. Following a balanced diet, exercising regularly and getting a good night’s sleep will all contribute to good gut health, however there is something else you can do. Camilla Hewitt explains how kombucha can help…

 

The C&TH Guide to Kombucha

 

In terms of feeding your gut from the outside in, fermented food and drinks are an inexpensive and effective way to start. In the current climate they will not only restock your internal ecosystem but also fortify your immune system. One of the most popular and readily available options is kombucha. Unlike other fermented foods, such as sauerkraut, kimchi and kefir which are often fairly tart and tangy, the refreshingly fruity flavours of kombucha make it a much more appealing option.

 

So what is Kombucha?

Kombucha is fermented green or black tea thought to have originated two thousand years ago. When properly brewed it is a slightly fizzy soft drink that is low in sugar. As kombucha naturally contains probiotics (aka beneficial bacteria), healthy organic acids and antioxidants, introducing it into your diet could aid digestion, increase energy, support joint health and reduce blood sugar levels.

 

5 Kombuchas To Try Now

 

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• MOMO

  Not sure where to start? MOMO gave us some tips for kombucha first-timers…

  • Start with around half a bottle per day, introducing more good bacteria and healthy organic acids should be done gradually.
  • Keep it cold, kombucha contains living probiotics and will start fermenting again if kept out of the refrigerator.
  • Kombucha is a raw, living product and it is completely normal for it to contain bits of beneficial yeast and bacteria. These are safe to drink and the sign of a healthy, unfiltered brew.
  • Never shake the bottle, gently invert to mix and open with care.

  If you already know all the facts and you’re looking for fun ways to incorporate kombucha into your mealtimes there are lots of recipes online, from zingy salad dressings to sour noodle soups. Our favourite find… kombucha soaked overnight oats. Combine kombucha with coconut yoghurt, chia seeds and oats to kick-start your day with a bowl brimming full of gut-friendly bacteria.

  Momo Kombucha, 6 bottle case £26.50, momokombucha.com

• Health Ade

  Renowned for its juicy apples, Pink Lady has joined forces with Health Ade to produce a delicious bubbly probiotic tea Pink Lady Apple Kombucha, with a hint of cider ensuring it’s crisp yet contains a slightly sweet taste. With four simple ingredients including Kombucha culture, organic black tea, green tea and organic orange juice, it sincerely is nature’s treat.

  Pink Lady Apple Kombucha, wholefoods.com

   

• Enjoy a refreshing mocktail from the comfort of your own home with SodaStream’s Kombucha, available in two exciting flavours. Each SodaStream machine allows you to cut down on the amount of single use plastic bottles, saving the environment and also saving you a hangover the next morning. Their organic Kombucha concentrates are brewed with 1 billion probiotics per serving, ensuring a long shelf quality and plenty of health benefits. Mix up a Kombucha Apple Fizz with their very own SodaPress recipe:

  Ingredients:

  • 1L SodaStream sparkling water
  • 5oz Soda Press Co. Kombucha
  • Handful of fresh mint
  • Apple slices

  Method:

  1. Sparkle 1 bottle of water.
  2. Combine ice, fresh mint, and Kombucha in a glass, and fill with SodaStream sparkling water.
  3. Garnish with apple slices. Enjoy!

   

  Kombucha Twin Pack, £15.98, sodastream.co.uk

• Blight Booch

  Taste the award winning Blight Booch Organic Ginger Kombucha, recently having won three gold stars in this year’s Great Taste Awards. Made in Wales, Blight Booch is blended in small batches using top quality organic whole lef and bud sourced from Hunan China. With many health benefits and high levels of L-theanine, probiotic qualities, amino acids, minerals and vitamins and much more, it is no wonder Blight Booch is a top favourite. Available in many different flavours including Ginger, Nettle and Rosehip, Original and Cherry.

  Ginger Kombucha, case of 12 x 330ml bottles £38, blightybooch.com

• REAL

  Indulge in a non-alcoholic sparkling alternative to wine with Michelin starred restaurant Real’s new bottled sparkling fermented tea, with naturally occurring notes of tart fruits, zesty citrus and aromatic herbs – same depth of flavour, without all the alcohol. Create a Royal Bellini with Real’s simple recipe:

  Ingredients:

  • 125ml Real Royal Flush
  • 20ml peach purée (homemade if you can, but we like Funkin if you can’t)
  • 5ml jasmine syrup
  • Edible flowers to garnish

  Pour your peach purée and jasmine syrup into chilled wine or cocktail glasses. Top up with Real Royal Flush and stir gently to bring the liquids and flavours together. Garnish with edible flowers if available.

   

  Royal Flush, 750ml 6 pack £48, realkombucha.co.uk

 

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