Why we picked it
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Five ingredients on the can, and no artificial flavours, colours or preservatives.
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Raw and unpasteurised, as the can says.
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11 kcal and 2.5 g added sugar per 100 ml, a much lighter drink than a flavoured soda.
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Ginger warmth with a lemongrass edge, the most savoury of the six.
What to look for in Kombucha?
What to look for in Kombucha?
- 01Check whether it's raw and unpasteurised. Many brands heat-treat kombucha after fermenting.
- 02Look at added sugar per 100 ml. Kombucha should read closer to tea than soda.
- 03Scan the ingredient list for artificial flavours, colours or preservatives.
- 04Check the fermentation time, since longer ferments generally mean fewer residual sugars.
- 05Check for trace alcohol content if you're avoiding alcohol entirely, since fermentation can produce trace ethanol.
What's inside
Base of the drink.
The culture of bacteria and yeast that ferments the tea.
What the culture ferments, and the source of the trace caffeine.
Feeds the ferment; 2.5 g of added sugar per 100 ml remains in the finished drink.
Where the ginger and lemongrass notes come from. The label does not name the herbs.
Assamé Kombucha vs other kombuchas
| What to compare | Purepicked | Regular kombucha |
|---|---|---|
| Pasteurisation | Raw and unpasteurised, per the can | Many brands pasteurise after fermenting |
| Added sugar | 2.5 g per 100 ml | Varies with the length of the ferment and any sugar added after it |
| Flavouring | Natural flavouring substances and herb extracts; no artificial flavours, colours or preservatives | May include artificial flavours, colours or preservatives |
| Calories | 11 kcal per 100 ml | Varies with how much sugar is left after fermentation |
Nutrition facts · per 100 g
- Energy
- 11 kcal
- Protein
- 0.1 g
- Carbohydrate
- 2.7 g
- Added sugars
- 2.5 g
- Total fat
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 5 mg
How to use it
- Serve chilled, straight from the can
- Keep refrigerated, as the can says
- Drink soon after opening for the best fizz
Is it for you?
Good for
Following a low-sugar or low-calorie diet
Avoiding artificial flavours, colours or preservatives
Fans of fermented tea or kombucha
Anyone who likes a gingery, less sweet drink
Avoid if
Strictly avoiding all trace caffeine
Avoiding any trace alcohol from fermentation
Looking for a completely sugar-free drink
Product details
- Sold by
- Purepicked
- Brand
- Assame Origin
- Net quantity
- 300 ml
- Type
- Cold Beverages
Also on the label
Questions people ask
How much sugar is in a can?
2.5 g of added sugar and 11 kcal per 100 ml, so about 7.5 g of added sugar and 33 kcal in a 300 ml can. It is low in sugar, not sugar-free.
Does it contain caffeine or alcohol?
It is brewed from Assam tea, so it has trace caffeine. Fermentation can also produce trace alcohol, so skip it if you avoid either entirely.
Where does the ginger and lemongrass flavour come from?
From natural flavouring substances and herb extracts. The label does not name the herbs, and no fruit or herb is listed by name on the can.
How should I store and serve it?
It is raw and unpasteurised, so keep it refrigerated as the can says. Serve chilled and drink soon after opening for the best fizz.
Is it lab tested?
No lab report is on file to confirm the can's claims. The Clean verdict is based on the five ingredients printed on the can.
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