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THE ORIGINAL

Name: THE ORIGINAL
Brand: Tea of Life Stage
Price: 240.0 ZAR
Availability: InStock

Sale price R 240.00

Pack Size

6 Pack (R40.00 per bottle)

12 Pack (R38.75 per bottle)

24 Pack (R36.35 per bottle)

Quantity

BREWED THE RIGHT WAY

Where most kombucha is fermented in 7 to 10 days, ours takes up to 30. That extra time is not incidental — it is the whole point. Slow fermentation naturally reduces residual sugar, builds a richer culture of beneficial acids, and develops the depth of flavour that fast fermented alternatives simply cannot replicate.

Every batch begins with whole leaf black and green teas, steeped and sweetened, then introduced to our living SCOBY — the same mother culture Elizabeth started with in 2015. The culture consumes the sugar over weeks, producing the organic acids, natural enzymes, and active probiotics that make REAL kombucha what it is.

THE FIVE STAGES OF REAL FERMENTATION

01 The Tea — Whole leaf black and green teas, chosen for flavour and functional depth.
02 The Culture — A living SCOBY transforms sweetened tea over weeks of slow fermentation.
03 Slow Fermentation — Up to 30 days. Lower sugar. Richer cultures. No shortcuts.
04 Second Fermentation — Sealed in glass. Natural carbonation builds from within. No added CO2.
05 No Pasteurisation — Never. The living cultures remain fully active in every bottle.

Live Cultures · Unpasteurised · No Added CO2 · Brewed in Cape Town · Gluten Free · Naturally Caffeinated

Pure. Unadorned. Alive.

No added flavours. No shortcuts. Just black and green tea, a living SCOBY culture, and up to 30 days of slow fermentation doing exactly what it should. The Original is where REAL kombucha begins.

Live Cultures Unpasteurised Naturally Caffeinated Gluten Free 340ml

Tasting Notes

Appearance	Golden amber with a fine, persistent natural bead.
Aroma	Gentle vinegarous lift, fresh apple, faint floral honey.
Palate	Crisp and clean. Bright acidity, subtle sweetness, bone-dry mid palate.
Finish	Long, refreshing, lightly tart. Exceptionally clean.

The Brew

The Original is our classic — the purest expression of what REAL kombucha can be. Brewed from whole leaf black and green teas and fermented slowly for up to 30 days with a living SCOBY culture, the result is a drink naturally low in sugar, rich in organic acids, and alive in every sense of the word.

No added flavours. No added CO₂. Never pasteurised. The same SCOBY culture from Elizabeth's first home batch in 2015 lives in our Cape Town brewery today.

Pairs well with

Oysters · Sushi · Burrata and heritage tomato · Soft-ripened cheeses · Cured salmon

May help support digestive balance and gut microbiome diversity.

INGREDIENTS & NUTRITION

INGREDIENTS
Filtered water, Live natural kombucha cultures, Invert sugar syrup, Black tea, Green tea, Vinegar.

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ALLERGEN INFORMATION
Contains no known allergens. Gluten free. Suitable for vegans.
If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before consumption. May contain varying amounts of alcohol due to natural fermentation.

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TYPICAL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Ready-to-drink | Per 100ml | Per 340ml serving

Energy | 77 kJ | 163 kJ
Protein | 0.1 g | 0.3 g
Carbohydrates | 3 g | 7 g
— of which total sugar | 2.6 g | 4.4 g
Total fat | 0.0 g | 0.0 g
— of which saturated fat | 0.0 g | 0.0 g
Dietary Fibre | 0.0 g | 0.0 g
Total sodium | 4 mg | 10 mg

Based on calculated nutritional reference values.
Values may vary due to the nature of live fermentation.

HOW TO SERVE

Temperature
4 to 8°C. Serve fridge cold.

Glassware
White wine glass or champagne flute. Pour slowly on a slight tilt to preserve the natural bead.

Opening
Open slowly with a gentle twist over a sink. This is a naturally carbonated living product — never shake before opening.

Storage
Keep refrigerated at all times. Store upright. Consume within 48 hours of opening.

Sediment
Natural yeast strands or sediment may be visible. This is a sign of genuine fermentation — safe and beneficial to consume.

As a mixer
The Original pairs exceptionally well with gin, vodka, or premium tequila. Its clean, dry finish makes it an elegant alternative to sugary mixers.

Crafted with Purpose

Small-batch brewed with carefully selected ingredients to support balance, wellness and everyday rituals.

Real Ingredients. Real Results.

Every product we stock is made the right way. Never rushed, never compromised, and never anything artificial.

Conscious & Considered

We believe in mindful production, thoughtful sourcing and doing better for people and the planet.

Self Care in Every Sip

More than a drink. Tea of Life Kombucha is a moment to slow down, reset and reconnect with yourself.