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Like many, I have gotten on the kombuchaa train in recent months. Even if the research about the health benefits of this fermented drink are speculative at best, the taste can be justification enough to at least try it!

For those who want a bit more bang for their beverage buck, a new set of spiked kombuchas have been emerging that may be able to help both your gut and your vibe.

A few months ago, I raved about Flying Embers hard kombucha. More recently I was introduced to June Shine. If Flying Embers is a hearty red, June Shine is an equually tasty but lighter white or rose, with fun flavors like hopical citrus, blood orange mint, and their head-turning, Tiki-inspired midnight painkiller, all of which are made with organic, probiotic, and gluten-free alcohol and with low sugar. 

If you can’t decide or just want to find a fave, June Shine also comes in a hnady sampler pack that is great for entertaining or just chilling as your digestive system grooves on,

Based in California (natch), JuneShine is heading east with events and tasting rooms. But if you just can’t wait (and I recommend not), just go to https://juneshine.com and see what all the buzzy brewing business is about.