Lemongrass Kombucha is fermented with lemongrass instead of tea, which makes it naturally caffeine-free. It's the most thirst quenching and hydrating kombucha ever brewed.
Does all kombucha have caffeine?
Kombucha is commonly brewed from black or green tea, so it's true that most kombucha contains some amount of caffeine. While the fermentation process does cut down on the tea's natural caffeine content, about ⅓ of the caffeine remains.2 Jul 2018
How do you get the caffeine out of kombucha?
- Choose teas with less caffeine.
- Find a steeping time that works for you.
- Look for the listed caffeine content on every bottle.
- Look at the other ingredients used in the kombucha mixture.
- Reduce your serving size.
Does finished kombucha have caffeine?
Despite being touted as a health elixir, kombucha contains a few of our favorite vices: sugar, alcohol, and caffeine! So while the tea may begin with 25 mg caffeine (in a cup), the finished kombucha will have less, about 10 to 15 mg.23 Jul 2020
Does caffeine remain in kombucha?
Kombucha is caffeinated because the tea leaves used to make kombucha (black, green, white, oolong) naturally contain caffeine. Although caffeine is naturally found in kombucha, it is extremely minimal, averaging around just 15mg per serving barely noticeable to even those sensitive to caffeine.
Can kombucha be decaffeinated?
If caffeine is a concern, you can use decaffeinated tea for making kombucha. (While it was previously believed that most of the caffeine is released in the first few minutes of steeping tea, this idea has proved false.)
How do you neutralize kombucha?
Neutralize the flavor with something sweet. You can mix the kombucha with fruit juice, honey/sugar, or pureed fruit (and drink straight from the first fermentation or move to a second fermentation). Sweetness acts as a counterbalance to sourness.29 Sept 2020
How much caffeine is left in kombucha after fermentation?
While the fermentation process does cut down on the tea's natural caffeine content, about ⅓ of the caffeine remains. It's not an exact percentage—for reference, GT's Kombucha contains anywhere from 8 mg to 14 mg of caffeine per 8 oz serving, and Health-Ade has between 6 and 10 mg of caffeine in that same amount.2 Jul 2018
Is there kombucha without caffeine?
Still, it's clear that kombucha contains only small amounts of caffeine, nowhere near the amount of a cup of coffee or tea. Most people barely notice any effect at all, and it's even safe for children to drink. The exact amount of caffeine content in kombucha will vary by brand.