Brewed in the Big Easy: What Makes Our Kombucha New Orleans to the Core

At La Rive Kombucha, we don’t just brew kombucha—we bottle the spirit of New Orleans. From the culture that raised us to the community that supports us, every small-batch pour is infused with the flavor, rhythm, and resilience of the Crescent City. But what exactly makes our kombucha New Orleans to the core?

Here’s how we bring the Big Easy into every bubbly sip:

1. Inspired by the River That Runs Through Us

“La Rive” means “the riverbank” in French—a tribute to the Mississippi River that flows through our city and our story. The river has always been a symbol of connection, trade, and transformation, and it’s at the heart of everything we do. Our name is more than poetic—it’s a reflection of our roots, where tradition and innovation meet.

2. Flavors That Reflect the Local Palette

New Orleans cuisine is bold, layered, and alive with heritage—and we brew our kombucha the same way. We’re known for crafting seasonal, inventive flavor combinations using real fruits, herbs, and teas that echo the soulful flavors of the city.

Think:🍓 Strawberry Basil during spring harvest🍊 Satsuma Ginger in the heart of citrus season🌿 Fig & Fennel inspired by backyard gardens and Southern spice

We source local ingredients whenever possible, because New Orleans flavor starts at home.

3. Crafted by Community, For Community

Our kombucha isn’t mass-produced—it’s handcrafted in small batches right here in New Orleans. We bottle with care, flavor with intention, and sell at the places that matter most: local farmers markets, independent grocers, and community events.

We believe in supporting our city’s local food scene and wellness movement—and that means showing up, sharing stories, and staying rooted in our neighborhood.

4. Built on Big Easy Energy

New Orleans is vibrant, quirky, soulful, and unapologetically alive—and so is our kombucha. Every bottle has a little bit of that French Quarter magic: the kind that makes strangers feel like friends, music spill into the streets, and wellness feel like a celebration.

We don’t do bland. We do bold. And every batch brings that effervescent energy to life.

5. Healing from the Inside Out

This city has seen joy, struggle, and everything in between. La Rive Kombucha is part of a new chapter—one where healing starts with what you feed your body and how you care for your community. That’s why our kombucha is raw, vegan, gluten-free, and brewed with ingredients you can trust.

It’s a small act of love in every bottle—just like a good bowl of gumbo or a perfectly played brass solo.

Come Taste What Makes Us Different

If you’re looking for kombucha with roots, heart, and a whole lot of soul—this is it. We’re proud to call New Orleans home and even prouder to share our city’s spirit, one fizzy bottle at a time.

— La Rive Kombucha

Proudly brewed in the Big Easy. Boldly flavored for the world. 🫧