Miz’ mouth meets KOMBUCHA.

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Once upon a time.

A long long time ago.

There was a misfit who decided to get a new tattoo.

A leg sleeve!

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She arrived early for her appointment and discovered her artist finishing the previous client.

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Before she began tattooing our misfit the artist grabbed a bottle of murky stuff and drank.

“EW!!” Our misfit exclaimed.  “That looks gross.” 

“What interesting liquid you be guzzling,” our ever circumspect misfit said.  “It looks tasty! What is it?”

“Kombucha. Youve never tried it?!” The artist said.  “It detoxes the body and energizes the mind.  Youd love it”

Now, our misfit trusted her artist–or she’d never never proffer her leg for inking–but she thought her *crazy* for imbibing the thick liquid.

Intrigued, however, she googled as she lay on the table getting her HORTON-on.

The ancient Chinese called Kombucha the “Immortal Health Elixir.”  The fermented tea purported to help detox live, prevent and treat arthritis, and was an immune boosting, probiotic.

It took years, but finally the misfit decided it was time to try Kombucha.

She was ready for all the body help she could get.

Her Tornado of a daughter, however, was not.  Pretending to consume—lid firmly affixed—was the closest this mini-misfit would get.

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So her mother, ever the woman to practice and not preach,  took one for the proverbial TEAM, ripped off the lid and drank.

First time.

On video.

 

 

Now you.

  • Have you KOMBUCHA’ed for years? Noticed health improvements?
  • Do you brew your Kombucha?
  • Do you, as I shared in the video, want your “health drinks” to TASTE healthy?

 

 

The tank top worn in the video was provided for me as part of an ongoing partnership with YMX by YELLOWMAN.

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  1. I have!! And it was just recently, too! I had been hearing about it for a while, and wanted to know what all the type was about. I read about it’s health benefits and such, and decided to buy a bottle when I saw it on sale a few weeks ago. I thought it tasted great! It’s different, and I can see why not everyone thinks it tastes good, but I also tend to like things like fermented foods. And of course, the floaters take a little getting used to. 🙂

  2. I had one yesterday as I watched them pack all of our stuff!! I have heard different things about whether it’s good for you or not, but I personally only have it occasionally because it gives me a weird buzz…suppose since I don’t drink it’s like my night on the town 😉

  3. Your new space looks beautiful! I want to hear more about it 🙂 I’m so surprised you love it! I’m going to a running event near a whole foods tonight, maybe I”ll finally cave and try it? Maybe

  7. I too have been skeptical to try Kombucha…I should probably just go for it and give it a try. The health benefits sound pretty fascinating. And great video! Haha, such a fun way to show trying it for the first time.

  9. I haven’t completely bought in or rather found a flavor that I’m a fan of. It’s a bit too vinegar-y and I don’t like bubbly (it usually leaves my tummy feeling wonky) but I’m still OPEN. Maybe I’ll have to try the green flavor. The one I have liked is one of the CHIA Kombuchas.

  10. I LOVE Kombucha.. except I usually go for the Gingerberry or Cranberry versions.. I definitely want to make my own.. these days I make water Kefir which is similar and so easy.

  11. OMG I thought shaking was a no-no. I’ve had some that just gently roll and end up exploding. GLAD YOU LIKE IT! I’ve been drinking it for years and definitely feel the health benefits. A greater sense of well being…especially the day after having some. Enjoy!

  13. The only kind I’ve ever tried is that exact one you drank. It was pretty good…a little vinegary.

    Energy? Greater sense of well being? I’ll stick with my coffee. 😉

  15. I LOVE Kombucha! I need to make the time to make my own as it’s much more inexpensive – BUT G’s Kombucha, the Trilogy flavor is my fave!

  17. I have a friend who swears by Kombucha. She brews her own and one night at her house she gave me a taste and it was HORRIBLE! She claims that batch must have turned bad, but I’ve been hesitant to try it again. I also did know you could buy it bottled, so I may try that…someday. Of course you also got me turned onto Chia so I do trust your tastes 🙂

  18. I’ve heard that is the most disgusting flavor, too.
    If you like that one you’re set.
    How do we make our own? I’d try with you!!

  21. I’ve never tried it – partly because I’m not even sure how to pronounce it.
    I could go for a healthy drink that is good for your body and provides energy, though. Maybe it’s time to sample.

    Also, you have the best smile – whether in pictures or video – you can light up a room with your smile (as can the Tornado!!)

  26. Yes! I love when my green smoothies taste super GREEN.

    I’ll try this and the home brew.
    How do we home brew?

  27. Read about it for years & never tried.. maybe I should.. is it really supposed to help with “stuff”… I don’t know BUT I know me & if it does not taste decent or good, I will not drink or eat.. even if it has magical properties. 🙂

  30. I love the video! And I love the pic of the Tornado 🙂 For some reason, I always get Kombucha and Kava Kava confused. If you say it’s worth a try – then I’m in!

  31. I’ve only tried a couple of them, the lemon one, and the pink one (can’t remember what it was) and that one was okay, I really liked the lemon one though! It was like drinking a lemonade spritzer.

  33. I LOVE kombucha. Jason and I were managing a fairly bad habit of it a while back 😉 and looked into making our own (he is a beer brewer – this is totally his thing).

    then we got scared. we said we’ll just buy.

    THEN I took the Vegan Immersion chef class – and we fermented and created and enjoyed… so now I’m less afraid, I *may* make my own soon.

  34. Did you get to the um…non-liquid bits yet? That’s the only part I don’t like but I’m guessing that must be the best part, nutritionally.

  36. We brew our own kombucha and it’s been pretty successful, especially on the saving money front. I’m trying to straighten out my stomach so I drink it for that benefit, but have yet to see any noticeable difference

  37. I’ve never tried kombucha (odd, I know for this hippy-ish vegan), but now that it has the mizfit seal of approval maybe I’ll give it a shot 🙂

  38. I occasionally pick up the bottles of the chia and Kombucha. (two good for me things in one!) I haven’t noticed any health changes but maybe you need to be consistent with using it?

  39. I have never tried kombucha but I saw it on so many placas (on the Internet) lately that I have cravings for a cup of it. It’s too bad that I don’t even know where I could buy it 🙁

  41. I be like you; a Kombucha-virgin.
    Not sure why I’m resisting. Perhaps it’s my lack of good-with-change…
    Your courage may just be the kick I need!

  44. You are too cute for words in the video. I, however, will never try Kombucha. SORRY LOL

  45. YES I AM A KOMBUCHA ADDICT! I used it to detox myself/wean myself away from caffeine and it has done wonders! The energy I get makes me believe I actually could outdo superwoman. 😉

  47. LOVE kombucha…our local food coop has kegs of various flavors and you can fill your own bottles using their taps. It gives me a little buzz, tastes great, and feels good in the tum-tum!

  48. AH! I *many little hearts* Kombucha! I was just telling my boss yesterday that we needed to carry it in our gym bar. Primarily because I would purchase one daily. GT’s is my favorite brand. I really need to go buy a starter so I can brew my own… because at $4/bottle, it ain’t a cheap love!
    PS: Have you posted more with photos of your tattoos? I was telling my husband about you, since you’re a former Austinite (as are we), a FFA, and tattoo-lover (like us). And I wanted to see/show more of your body art!

  55. I have never tried Kombucha. It sounds really good. I am going to have to try it! I usually just drink green tea.
    Thanks for the post!

  57. Your video is cute!! I love your mini-misfit that is what my boys do to everything when they taste it! I’ve never had this either and now I want to try it I see everyone drinking it.

  58. I think I may be the last person to have tried it and I am still nervous about trying it and might be okay if I don’t try it, but I should eventually just so I can see what all the hoopla is about. I like my healthy drinks to taste yummy not poopy. Food and drinks should taste good…just my two cents. XO

    • I KNOW IM A MISFIT.
      It tastes great but–GREEN if that makes any sense?
      and yes.
      Im only that way with drinks 🙂 not my food…

  61. Hmm. I don’t know about this stuff. Of course, I never imagined I’d be putting coconut oil in my coffee, but I am! Never say never, right?

  63. Never heard of it but I am very intrigued as I have been diagnosed with arthritis. So where can I purchase this wonder working drink??

  64. I bought mine at a Safeway grocery. So pretty much anywhere these days. Whole Foods. Trader Joe’s. Lots of coffee shops etc.

  65. I’ve been curious but afraid to try it. I’m hardly adventurous when it comes to food. Your video has me almost convinced!! Baby steps.

  69. I have to admit that I am not a big fan. My folks had several of the mushrooms (they look like aliens in giant pickle jars to a 9-year old!) all over the kitchen growing up… I remember having to change the water. They were the health nuts before it went mainstream. Lol.

  70. I LOVE kombucha…but its a bit expensive, so I only buy when its on sale. I guess I don’t drink enough to notice changes, but I know I love it. Have a wonderful Friday Miz!!

  71. I’ve never tried this before, i actually just tried coconut water for the first time the other day and this seems like the next drink to try. The way you describe it sounds good and it looks pretty refreshing. They also have a TON of different flavors so I’m sure I could find one I like. Healthy drinks should taste healthy or else why would you want to drink them? Making your own kombucha sounds like a great task, looking forward to your process!

  73. I have actually tried this before and I remember liking it. Oh, wow – I’m so glad I saw this because it has just reminded me of the drink. Been awhile since I had it 🙂

    PS loved the video.

    • kombucha with chia-
      but only as a treat/reward as it’s SO expensive.
      My mom made kombucha years ago when I was a kid. She’s 86 now. I wouldn’t touch it.

  76. oh and that fermentation thing…always leads to some alcohol content which is why you get a “buzz” from drinking it….so I really would NOT give it to a kid!

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