A Culture Of Floaters: The Kombucha Craze

So who wants clearer skin, shinier hair, fewer farts, and a stronger immune system? Duh, we do, we do! Lucky for us, Kombucha has gone mainstream. But what the hell is it?
 
Kombucha 101: First, it’s not a mushroom. Called the "Immortal Health Elixir" by the Chinese, Kombucha is made from a cocktail of sugar, green or black tea, and a culture of bacteria and yeast which, in turn, creates organic acids, probiotics, and B-vitamins often called "floaters" for their odd appearance. Now about these floaters...

Float On: As disgusting as they seem, the floaters are strands of the Kombucha culture that prove that this drink is a live beverage; a true raw food. Which brings us to the most popular Kombucha question: To spit, or swallow? That’s your business. But we like to think of it as the worm in the Tequila - bottoms up!
 
Brands to Try: We like GT’s Kombucha that offers flavors like Citrus and Gingerade, making it easy to sip this Kombucha as a pre-workout energizer.

Lindsay’s Take: I often guzzle those GT Kombucha’s after yoga class. But I still can’t avoid thinking I’m drinking my brother’s booger collection. Sometimes I just can’t do it.

Lauren’s Take: Hey, I’m willing to try anything once (even Rocky Mountain oysters). Floaters, you don’t scare me!

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