How much sugar is in a kombucha? Compare the Mūn varieties

Q: Does Mūn Kombucha contain added sugar?

No. The sugar shown on the label is the residual sugar from fermentation: bacteria and yeasts feed on the starting sugar for up to 30 days. Mūn has between 0.1 and 1.8 g of sugar per 100 ml, European record for the lowest residual sugar in unpasteurised kombucha.

Q: How much sugar can I have per day according to the WHO?

The World Health Organization recommends not exceeding 25 grams of added sugar per day for adults (50 g absolute maximum). A can of cola soft drink (Coca-Cola type, 330 ml) has 35 g — already over the daily recommendation. A bottle of Mūn Kombucha (250 ml) has between 0.23 and 4.5 g depending on the variety.

Q: Why does NATURAL kombucha have more sugar than the others?

The NATURAL variety has no second fermentation with fruits or herbs, so it keeps slightly more residual sugar: 1.8 g/100 ml. Other varieties (Ginger, Hibiscus, Green, etc.) get a second fermentation that consumes more sugar, dropping to between 0.5 and 1 g/100 ml. Not-Birra Lemon has the lowest: 0.16 g/100 ml.

Q: Is kombucha good for people with diabetes?

Mūn Kombucha has very low residual sugar levels (0.1 to 1.8 g/100 ml), comparable to an unsweetened infusion. However, every case is unique: consult your doctor or endocrinologist before adding new foods if you have diabetes. The lowest-sugar varieties are Not-Birra Lemon (0.16 g), Not-Birra (0.20 g) and Green (0.5 g).

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How much sugar is in the kombucha you're drinking?

Mūn kombuchas have between 0.09 g (Hibiscus) and 1.80 g (Natural) of sugar per 100 ml. European record for the lowest residual sugar in unpasteurised kombucha. Real data from each batch analysis.

🥤 Cola soft drink (Coca-Cola type): 10.6 g/100 ml 🍺 Lager beer (Estrella type): 3.5 g/100 ml 🟡 Mūn: 0.09 - 1.80 g/100 ml

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Every kombucha starts with sugar. Ours ends with almost none.

Kombucha is made by fermenting sweetened tea. The bacteria and yeasts of the SCOBY eat the sugar for weeks and produce organic acids, probiotics and CO₂. The sugar you see on the label is what's left at the end of the process, not what we add.

At Mūn we ferment for up to 30 days following the traditional recipe. The longer the fermentation, the less residual sugar and the more real benefits. Many commercial brands cut it to 7-10 days and add juices or concentrates afterwards: that's the difference between 0.5 g and 7 g per 100 ml.

We add no concentrates, no CO₂, no sweeteners. The bubble is natural, the fruit of the fermentation itself.

Sugar per 100 ml

Mūn (range)

0,1-1,8 g

Other kombucha

5-7 g

Lager beer

3,5 g

Cola drink

10,6 g

Energy drink

11 g

Variety	Sugar / 100 ml	Bottle 250 ml	Can 330 ml	Bottle 750 ml	Family

Data according to current labelling.

Data based on the official nutritional labelling published by each manufacturer (May 2026). Values flagged with "type X" indicate the typical range for the category — they are not a direct comparison with the mentioned brand, but the typical average of the representative product.

How much sugar can you have per day?

The World Health Organization recommends not exceeding 25 grams of added sugar per day for adults (50 g absolute maximum, and even less for children).

A single can of sugary soft drink already exceeds the daily recommended dose. With one bottle of Mūn you're between 1 % and 25 % of that limit, depending on the variety.

Source: WHO – Healthy Diet

25 g

Recommended daily limit. For healthy adults.

12 g

Recommendation for children. Under 12 years old.

35 g

1 can of cola soft drink (Coca-Cola type, 330 ml). Already over the daily limit.

0,23 g

1 bottle of Mūn Hibiscus (250 ml). You're at 0.9 % of the limit — practically nothing.

Does Mūn Kombucha contain added sugar?

No. The sugar shown on the label is residual sugar from the fermentation process: bacteria and yeasts feed on the initial sugar for up to 30 days. Mūn has between 0.1 and 1.8 g of sugar per 100 ml — European record for the lowest residual sugar in unpasteurised kombucha.

How much sugar can I have per day according to the WHO?

The World Health Organization recommends not exceeding 25 g of added sugar per day for adults (50 g absolute maximum). A can of cola soft drink (Coca-Cola type, 330 ml) has 35 g — already over the daily recommendation. A bottle of Mūn Kombucha (250 ml) has between 0.23 and 4.5 g depending on the variety.

Why does NATURAL kombucha have more sugar than the others?

The NATURAL variety has no second fermentation with fruit or herbs, so it keeps slightly more residual sugar: 1.8 g/100 ml. Other varieties (Ginger, Hibiscus, Green, etc.) get a second fermentation that consumes more sugar, dropping to between 0.5 and 1 g/100 ml. Not-Birra Lemon has the lowest: 0.16 g/100 ml.

Why does Mūn have less sugar than other supermarket kombuchas?

Mūn ferments for up to 30 days following the traditional recipe. The longer the fermentation, the less residual sugar and the more beneficial organic acids. Many commercial brands shorten the process (sometimes only 7-10 days) and add ingredients later, leaving between 5 and 9 g of sugar per 100 ml in their products.

Is Mūn Kombucha good for people with diabetes?

Mūn Kombucha has very low residual sugar levels (0.1 to 1.8 g/100 ml), comparable to a sugar-free infusion. However, every case is unique: consult your doctor or endocrinologist before adding new foods if you have diabetes. The lowest-sugar varieties are Not-Birra Lemon (0.16 g), Not-Birra (0.20 g) and Green (0.5 g).

How is residual sugar measured in kombucha?

Through accredited laboratory analysis of each batch produced. Measurement is done by liquid chromatography (HPLC) and refractometry. Every Mūn reference has its technical sheet with nutritional values updated according to the latest analysis. To see the sheet for a specific product, find it on the product page.

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Notice about nutritional data

Mūn Kombucha data: the sugar values published on this page correspond to the current nutritional labelling of each reference. Updated data is available on each product page.

Other drinks data: comparative values come from the mandatory nutritional labelling (EU Regulation 1169/2011) published by each manufacturer. References to specific brands preceded by the formula "type X" are used solely as an indicative reference of the category's representative product — not as direct comparison with that brand, nor as exploitation or disparagement of its distinctive signs. Values shown are typical averages for each category as of May 2026.

WHO recommendation: the cited 25 g daily limit on free sugars corresponds to the official World Health Organization recommendation on healthy diet for adults (Healthy Diet, 2020).

Medical information: this page has informative and commercial purposes only. It does not replace the advice of a health professional. If you have diabetes, intolerances or specific conditions, consult your doctor or nutritionist before adding new foods or drinks to your diet.