Fizzy, thirst quenching, and a super elixir for gut health, Kombucha almost sounds too good to be true. Produced via the aerobic fermentation of tea and organic sugar, this lightly-fizzing drink is both energising and detoxifying. Often referred to as ‘The Tea of Immortality’ because of its amazing health benefits, Kombucha has been consumed for centuries throughout Eastern Europe, China and Japan. Now, thanks to its rapidly increasing popularity, there’s a wealth of choice when it comes to Kombucha. Here are 5 of the top options – just in time for all your summer beverage needs.

Naturally fermented for a period of more than three weeks in Melbourne, Remedy Kombucha is brimming with live cultures and organic acids. Made with no sugar, Remedy has the tick of approval from ‘I Quit Sugar’ author Sarah Wilson, and is all-natural, vegan and paleo friendly. Our favourite option? The ever-refreshing Ginger Lemon variety balances fiery and tangy flavours.

Hand-made from specially sourced ingredients and batch brewed locally in Margaret River, Western Australia, ROK’s raw, organic kombucha is one of the finest out there. The new ‘passionfruit rap’ flavour, made with cold pressed passionfruit and mango with a touch of native Eucalyptus Olida, is the perfect addition to your summer picnic basket.

Handmade in Sydney from the freshest of locally sourced ingredients, JIVA (the Sanskrit word for ‘life’) is a kombucha high in antioxidants and amino acids. The flavour not to miss is the Watermelon and Mint – perfect for sipping on come summertime.

With nine flavours to choose from, MOJO’s certified organic kombucha is understandably popular. An Australian family owned business, all MOJO kombucha is hand made in small batches in pristine McLaren Vale. Blueberry Ginger Bliss and Peppermint Greens are two standout flavours.

Available fresh on tap, Wild Kombucha by Ballsy Brewing is a wildly fermented and expertly crafted drink. With limited edition brews (the Desert Lime, Rosella, Davidson plum and Vanilla small batch is particularly noteworthy) as well as a regular host of flavoured varieties, you can have your reusable bottles filled up in front of you – which is sure to make you feel even more virtuous.