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Traditionally, black tea was always used for brewing and maintaining kombucha mushroom culture. There. are reasons for using black tea that aid in the longevity of the cultures vitality working as a nutrient solution. contained within the plant in question. Kombucha does not like herbs or plants with high amounts of volatile. oils, an example would be peppermint tea.
When it first hit the market it the tea mostly came in simple flavors such as original, ginger and citrus, but these days there are over 100 varieties to choose from and dozens of brands. I have reviewed the best kombucha tea brands and flavors on this site. It is recommended to not drink too much Kombucha at first. The strong detoxifying properties of the tea can have adverse affects if consumed in excess. It is said not to consume if you have a pre existing liver condition.