About Hard Kombucha

About Hard Kombucha
Hard Kombucha differs from regular Kombucha in the proportions of tea, sugar, and starter culture of bacteria and yeast. The fermentation process that yields regular Kombucha naturally produces some alcohol, but not enough for the ABV to exceed .5 percent ABV; whereas the different proportions of ingredients in Hard Kombucha combined with a longer fermentation result in a higher ABV due to the larger amount of sugar that gets converted to alcohol in the lengthier process. Hard Kombucha is brewed with natural ingredients and can come in a variety of flavors. They also tend to be free of wheat and barley, so Hard Kombucha can be a good gluten-free option.

Top Picks for Hard Kombucha

Indeed Brewing Company Boon Blueberry Basil Hard Kombucha
96 points
A lively and balanced Hard Kombucha busting with fresh basil flavors and natural berry.
Awards: 2022 Best Hard Kombucha 2021 Best Hard Kombucha
KYLA Sunbreak Series Lavender Lemonade Hard Kombucha
96 points
$0
An appealing, very cocktail-like hard kombucha falling somewhere between a bramble and a greyhound.
Awards: 2021 Best FMB
KYLA Berry Ginger Hard Kombucha
94 points
$0
A pleasingly dry and refreshing boozy Kombucha with a spicy kick; this is an outstanding single serve option with complex, grown-up flavors that awaken the palate.
KYLA Hibiscus Lime Hard Kombucha
93 points
$0
A dry 'adult' kombucha that walks an artisanal line and eschews sugary seduction.
KYLA Pink Grapefruit Hard Kombucha
93 points
$0
A bright and balanced tangy refresher with pure grapefruit flavors.
KYLA Sunbreak Series Sunset Trio Hard Kombucha
92 points
$0
A refreshing tropical punch-like kombucha
KYLA Sunbreak Series Coconut Crush Hard Kombucha
90 points
$0
A great balance of pure coconut fruit and kombucha funk makes this a stimulating adult beverage choice.
KYLA Ginger Tangerine Hard Kombucha
87 points
$0
A rock solid hard kombucha with effortless drinkability.
KYLA Sunbreak Series Pineapple Ginger Colada Hard Kombucha
87 points
$0
A funky, gingery Kombucha; try pairing with Korean barbecue!