What is Kombucha?

 

Kombucha is a fizzy, fermented tea made with simple ingredients and packed with natural probiotics. Loved for over 2,000 years across China, Japan, and now Ireland, this ancient drink is making a powerful comeback as a refreshing and gut-friendly alternative to soft drinks and alcohol.

At All About Kombucha, we craft organic kombucha in Galway, delivering to homes across Ireland with our kombucha subscription service and DIY brew kits.

What Is Kombucha Made From?

Kombucha, or “booch” as we lovingly call it, is made from four core ingredients:

• Organic tea
  
• Filtered water
  
• Raw cane sugar
  
• A live culture (S.C.O.B.Y)
  …plus time 
  
  

Meet the S.C.O.B.Y. — The Mother of Kombucha

The S.C.O.B.Y (Symbiotic Culture Of Bacteria and Yeast) is the magic behind kombucha fermentation. Often passed down through generations, it transforms sweet tea into a naturally fizzy, slightly tart, probiotic drink.

We’re incredibly grateful for this jellyfish-looking culture — it’s the foundation of everything we do. Without it, there would be no All About Kombucha.

How Kombucha Is Made

Here’s how we create every batch of our Irish kombucha:

1. Brew organic tea
   
2. Add raw sugar
   
3. Cool, then add the S.C.O.B.Y
   
4. Ferment for 7–14 days
   
5. Bottle, flavour, chill, and enjoy!

Want to brew your own at home? Grab our DIY Kombucha Starter Kit and start fermenting in your kitchen.

Kombucha Health Benefits

Kombucha is naturally low in sugar, full of probiotics, and loaded with organic acids. When consumed regularly, kombucha health benefits may include:

• Better digestion and gut health
  
• More balanced energy
  
• Reduced sugar cravings
  
• Improved homeostasis and metabolism

(Please note: While kombucha is a functional beverage, it is not a medical treatment. Listen to your body and consult your GP if needed.)

Our Irish Kombucha Journey

We started brewing kombucha out of pure curiosity — and fell in love with the process. That passion turned into purpose, and we’ve built a business that’s as sustainable as it is satisfying.

From Galway to Dublin and everywhere in between, we deliver delicious booch via our kombucha subscription in Ireland — so your fridge stays fizzy.

Ready to Try Kombucha?

Try a bottle (or a box!) of our organic kombucha today. Or sign up for a monthly kombucha subscription to get it delivered straight to your door with discounts included!

Want to make your own? Our DIY kombucha kits are perfect for beginners.