KURE8 Kombucha | 8酵茶 大安店

Located near Da'an MRT Station, 8 Fermented Tea is one of my go-to kombucha specialty shops lately. Whenever I crave a refreshing drink with some functional benefits, this store is the first that comes to mind. The interior features a thoughtful seating area that is simple and relaxing, making it comfortable whether for a brief rest or to sit down and enjoy a slow sip. It's a rare find for a hand-shaken tea shop that encourages patrons to dine in.

This time, I ordered two drinks: "Purple Plum Shava + Agar-Agar Balls" and "Lemon Oolong."

Purple Plum Shava
This drink emphasizes a balance of sweet and sour, utilizing kombucha as a base and adding flavors of perilla and plum, paired with agar-agar balls for a rich texture and chewiness. However, even at the lowest sweetness level, "slightly sweet," it still feels a bit sweet for me; the sourness is not as prominent as expected, with the overall flavor leaning towards the sweetness of the plum. If you enjoy sour flavors and are looking for a low-sugar kombucha, this drink may feel a bit mild. However, if you like perilla and plum flavors, it's still worth a try!

In contrast, I prefer the Lemon Oolong.
Blended with kombucha, it combines the refreshing fragrance of lemon, resulting in a drink that has great complexity without being cloying. Although it’s also slightly sweet, the sweetness is perfectly balanced, with good harmony between the sour notes and tea aroma. This is definitely an item I would want to repurchase. This drink goes down particularly smoothly and is especially refreshing on hot days 🍋.

Overall, the kombucha product line at 8 Fermented Tea is quite diverse, ranging from mild to stimulating, with a variety of fruity and tea-infused options. While the fixed sweetness options are a small downside, as a beverage brand that emphasizes both health and flavor, their performance is quite stable. I recommend it to anyone looking to start exploring kombucha or seeking a daily refreshing drink. It’s also great for bringing friends to try out or as a healthy alternative to soda. I look forward to trying more of their creative combinations next time!