Kombucha Flavors

There was never really a complicated reason behind the flavors I chose for my kombucha.

Most of the time, I simply worked with whatever was in season and then added an herb that I thought might pair well with it.

Sometimes the combination was planned. Sometimes it was simply a little bit of experimentation.

That is one of the things I love about making kombucha: you can play with different fruits, herbs, spices, and flavors and discover combinations you may not have thought of otherwise.

Here are some of the combinations I’ve made over the years:

Fruit + Herb Combinations

• Blackberry + Rosemary

• Blueberry + Sage + Mint

• Strawberry + Mint

• Blackberry + Ginger

• Raspberry + Thyme

• Blueberry + Mint + Hops

• Blueberry + Ginger + Sage

• Blueberry + Sage + Mint

• Blueberry + Cherry + Sage

• Cherry + Chamomile

• Blueberry + Lime

• Strawberry + Thyme

• Mango + Basil

• Blueberry + Lavender

• Watermelon + Sage

Floral & Botanical Combinations

• Rose + Hops

• Rose + Lavender + Hibiscus

• Lavender + Hops

• Cherry + Chamomile

Spice & Warming Combinations

• Cranberry + Chai

• Plum + Chai

• Pineapple + Cayenne

• Honey + Ginger + Thyme

Some combinations became favorites, while others were simply fun experiments.

There really doesn’t have to be a perfect formula.

Start with what is available, think about flavors that naturally complement one another, and don’t be afraid to experiment. Herbs can completely change the character of a fruit, and sometimes the combinations you least expect turn out to be the ones you love most.

Kombucha is one more way to work with the seasons—to preserve what is available, experiment with plants, and create something uniquely your own.