Depending on the brand, just one serving of kombucha can contain as much as 28 grams of sugar, the equivalent of 7 teaspoons (19). Though some brands of kombucha are high in sugar, other kombucha products make better choices. ... Purchasing low-sugar kombucha products whenever possible is the healthiest option.

How much sugar is in kombucha?

The standard Kombucha recipe is 1 cup of sugar per gallon.

It may be possible to use as little as ¾ cup or as much as 1.5 cups per gallon and have successful brews.

Can kombucha be sugar free?

The sugar feeds the yeast and bacteria, aiding in its growth. Without sugar, you have no yeast and bacteria, and without yeast and bacteria, you have no kombucha! ... Sugar plays an important role in our brewing process and in making our kombucha so delicious.