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Tepache is a traditional Mexican fermented beverage with a history dating back to pre-Columbian times.
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When combined with clean caffeine, L-Theanine can improve cognitive performance and increase focus without the jitters or crashes that sometimes accompany caffeine consumption.
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As thought-leaders and innovators in the functional beverage space (and no stranger to the world of health centric beverages), we at Buchi created something new: Wild Pop. We have sought out to meet the needs of the public with not only kombucha & kefir soda, but now with a new prebiotic soda!
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Under the umbrella of functional ingredients come many nutrients with myriad benefits: antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, botanical extracts, phytochemicals, hydrocolloids, fatty acids — the list goes on. Here we’ll explore 5 dietary powerhouses that stand out from all of them.
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Whether you’re someone who has diabetes and are looking to switch out your soda for something less sugary, or you’re researching on behalf of a loved one, know that you are not alone. It is understandable to want to find something that not only tastes great but also supports health.
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In 2022 we took some time to reflect on where we’ve come and where we want to go. As with any business, there are areas where we shine, and areas that are a bit challenging and might not serve us as they once did.
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Water kefir is a delicious, probiotic-packed beverage made from water kefir grains. These grains, also known as tibicos, aren’t actually grains either. They’re yeast and bacteria cultures that resemble the shape and appearance of grains.
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We have been notified that due to supply chain challenges, our amber bottles are no longer being produced in North America.
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You might be wondering, “can I give kombucha to my kids?” We are happy to report that one of the best things about kombucha is that it is actually a very safe, nutritious drink for kids to enjoy!
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Here's our favorite probiotic thanksgiving hack– kombucha cranberry sauce!
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This delightful mocktail marries the bright flavors of summers past with warm notes of the autumn apple harvest.
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For a different and tasty way to drink kombucha, try it in a shrub. And no, we don’t mean the plant! If you’re wondering what that is, here’s a little shrub education.
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A cold-weather classic reimagined. Delightful, warm and perfect for cozying up around the holidays.
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Marry the art of craft mocktail building with health awareness and gut biome maintenance.
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Humanity is facing global challenges.
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With the soft, mellow flavor of butternut squash and the crunch of apples and pecans, this fall kombucha salad combines the perfect texture and flavor combinations
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Welcome the autumn vibes.
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Enjoy this perfect non-alcoholic lakeside companion!
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The perfect tall, bubbly, refreshing summer cocktail.
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Strawberries are the quintessential summer fruit, and our recipe for strawberry kombucha preserves will add a bright burst of flavor and tartness to your day.
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By purchasing bottles made primarily in NC and transporting them by truck, we’re projecting we’ll reduce our carbon emissions by 85% per year!
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Traditionally called tibicos, water kefir grains originally appeared growing on the opuntia cactus plant in Mexico.
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There’s an on-going, complex “conversation” occurring between the gut and the brain, and it’s mediated by the vagus nerve.
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The passion is contagious, and it’s fostered a real community
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Made with Blueberries, Kale and Kombucha
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The Brain + Gut Connection, and its effect on mental well-being
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Looking for a refreshing and light (as Air) kombucha mocktail to beat the heat?
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Embrace longer nights
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Hit your internal defrost button and warm your spirits with this Kombucha Cocktail
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Sip back, close your eyes and imagine yourself on your own tropical island
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We are truly honored and thrilled to partner with local and regional beverage makers in the formation of the Western North Carolina Brewery Recycling Cooperative.
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The condiment with the power to turn the ordinary to extraordinary. And thankfully it only requires a handful of pantry staples (plus kombucha for some extra gut goodness) and can be enjoyed in just 30 minutes.
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What are they and why are they important? Where do they come from and how do they support my gut health?
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Nestled in the heart of West Asheville, NC, West Village cherishes its role as a community market in a diverse part of town.
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What do you get when you combine a climbing wall, gym, bike park, yoga studio, and Buchi on tap?
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A family-owned, year-round delivery service committed to growing a resilient local food system, supporting a thriving planet, and feeding our community sustainably. We bring the farmers market to your door!
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A Walk on the Wild Side
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A huge thank you to our incredible wholesale partner, TacoBilly—purveyors of the biggest tacos you ever saw, made with love!
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"Art is freedom. Being able to bend things most people see as a straight line."
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Sweet with a balance of bitter and herbal notes, and just the right amount of bubbles!
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Stay safe, stay grounded, lead from the heart, and protect those that are most vulnerable.
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Fill your home with soothing seasonal scents, and warm up these chilly nights with mulled kombucha.
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Feeling a little overwhelmed while making your kombucha? Don't worry, we're here to help.
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Purveyor of fine breakfast fare from local roasters and farmers - growing with our community and garden.
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A cool, soothing kombucha toner with roses and basil.
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Slow-cooked and submerged in kombucha, every bite melts in your mouth, releasing an abundance of sweet, tangy holiday flavors.
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The perfect year-round breakfast treat!
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Share a moment of connection and love through craft.
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What's your love language? Ours is crafting drinks to nourish and support from the inside out 💕
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Sour and tangy with a kick of heat – BBQ sauce gets a makeover with kombucha
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You call it "nature's sports drink." We call it delicious!
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Simmering your apples in kombucha instead of water adds a distinct tartness, to round out the sweet and savory flavors of a typical apple butter.
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Fermented tea. It's a thing.
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A mocktail to lift and lighten your spirit
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Get into the spirit of the season with this festive kombucha cocktail recipe!
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The first kombucha brewery in the Southeast
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Graduating from the young, nurtured space where we began
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So Fresh & So Green!
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An Elevated Immune-Boosting Mocktail
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An effervescent delight suitable for all ages.
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Give yourself a gift that nourishes
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The Best On-The-Go Breakfast!
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A twist on two Southern classics!
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As the popularity of hard kombucha continues to rise, so does curiosity about "How much alcohol is in kombucha?" While there is not a straight answer, we believe we can help clear up some of the confusion on the topic. Let’s go!
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Have you ever been enjoying the effervescent boost of kombucha in the morning and wondered, “How much caffeine is in here anyway?” Well we’re here to fill you in!
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Break out your piñata, eat all the tacos, and whip up this sweet, tart Buchirita!
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Kombucha-lovers unite! The holiday created just for us has arrived and it has us bubbling over with excitement.
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Depending on the brand or type of kombucha, there are many variables to consider, mainly: bacteria, pasteurization, alcohol content, and caffeine.
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Warm the body, soothe a scratchy throat and feel a boost of energy.
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Crunchy Asian-style slaw...with kombucha!
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A kombucha blackberry cocktail so delicious—it's scary 🎃
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4 Ingredient, Super-Powered Smoothie.
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Slightly sweet, super creamy, and impeccably good!
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A lovely twist on an all-time gin classic—the Tom Collins! Only in our version, we've substituted with some Asheville favorites.
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SCOBYs are weird and magical and mysterious. The purpose of this blog post is to lift the veil and talk about what a SCOBY is and how it contributes to fermentation.
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In this guide, you’ll be introduced to new and interesting free-spirited drink combinations that harness the power of fermentation and probiotic gut goodness.
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Nothing tastes better on a sweltering summer day than fresh-from-the-freezer popsicles.