Does Kombucha Tea Contain Alcohol?

Kombucha tea is a fermented beverage made from black or green tea, sugar, and a SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast). During fermentation, the bacteria and yeast convert the sugar into alcohol and other compounds. The alcohol content of kombucha tea varies depending on the fermentation process and can range from 0.5% to 1.5%.

So, yes, kombucha tea does contain alcohol, although in very small amounts. If you are concerned about consuming alcohol, you can choose to drink kombucha tea that has been fermented for a shorter period or that has been pasteurized, which will kill the bacteria and yeast and halt fermentation.

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