Deep, Dark, and Quietly Complex.
Elderberry Kombucha is WiskTea Recipe's most grown-up fruit expression — a brew that rewards those who take their time with it.
Where other fruit kombuchas lead with brightness and immediacy, Elderberry goes deeper. At 5% real elderberry, this small-batch brew delivers a rich, dark-berry sweetness layered with earthy, woodsy undertones that linger long after the sip. It is a flavour profile that is distinctly its own — less sharp than blackcurrant, less tropical than passion fruit, and more complex than almost anything else in the fruit range.
Oolong tea was chosen as the base for a reason. Its creamy, slightly roasted complexity does not compete with elderberry — it deepens it. The two ferment together into something that feels unhurried and sophisticated: a kombucha that earns its place at the table rather than demanding attention.
Tasting Notes
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First Sip: Rich dark-berry sweetness with a subtle earthy, woodsy opening
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Body: Deep and layered — elderberry complexity woven through creamy oolong warmth
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Finish: Smooth, slightly roasted, with a long and satisfying dry close
Brewed small-batch in Jakarta, Indonesia. Preservative-free. No artificial flavouring. No artificial colouring. Part of the WiskTea Recipe Fruit Series — available exclusively at Botaniko, Singapore's home of premium craft kombucha.
Independently lab-tested to contain live lactic acid bacteria. View results →
For those who prefer depth over immediacy.
- The most complex fruit in the range — elderberry's layered dark-berry and woodsy character sets it apart from every other fruit kombucha in the WiskTea Recipe library
- Oolong as the perfect partner — creamy, slightly roasted oolong deepens the elderberry rather than competing with it; a deliberate, considered pairing
- Rich without being heavy — full-bodied and layered, yet the natural fermentation keeps it light enough to drink throughout a meal
- A sophisticated sipping experience — this is the kombucha for those who appreciate nuance; not a first-impression drink, but an unforgettable one
- Clean label, zero shortcuts — no preservatives, no artificial sweeteners, no synthetic additives of any kind
- Naturally fizzy — live SCOBY fermentation produces real carbonation, not added CO₂
Best served well-chilled. Refrigerate before serving and pour into a wide-rimmed glass to allow the complex aromas to open up. Elderberry Kombucha rewards a slow, considered sip — resist the urge to rush it.
Before opening: Gently invert the bottle once to redistribute any settled culture. Do not shake — natural carbonation builds pressure and shaking may cause overflow. Open slowly, releasing pressure gradually before pouring.
Suggested pairings:
- Dark chocolate — elderberry and cocoa share earthy, berry-rich qualities that amplify each other
- Lamb and venison — the dark-berry character mirrors classic red wine pairings for game meats
- Aged cheeses — gouda, manchego, and blue cheese hold their own against elderberry's depth
- Evening mocktail — pour over ice with a sprig of fresh thyme and a twist of orange peel
Serving occasions: Evening relaxation, dinner pairing, sophisticated gifting, quiet nights in, wellness rituals
Storage: Keep refrigerated at 4–7°C at all times. Consume within 7 days of opening. Keeps for up to 6 months when stored chilled.
Full Ingredient Declaration:
Water, SCOBY, Sugar, Elderberry (5%), Oolong Tea (0.5%)
No preservatives. No artificial flavouring. No artificial colouring. No synthetic sweeteners.
- Water — Filtered brewing water base
- SCOBY — Live Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast; drives natural fermentation
- Sugar — Consumed by SCOBY during fermentation; minimal residual in finished brew
- Elderberry (5%) — Real fruit at meaningful concentration; delivers rich dark-berry sweetness, earthy woodsy undertones, and deep natural colour
- Oolong Tea (0.5%) — Partially oxidised tea with a creamy, slightly roasted complexity that deepens and complements the elderberry character
Contains naturally occurring trace caffeine from oolong tea. Contains less than 0.5% ABV — a natural by-product of fermentation, below the internationally recognised non-alcoholic threshold.
