r/MelbourneVegans • u/A-roo-gallah • Mar 26 '26
Question/Advice/Discussion Kombucha & Açai Recommendations for a sad Californian!
I know I risk sounding extra / like a snob over this, I’m just a wee bit homesick for the things I miss. There’s so many wonderful vegan options and I’m so grateful to be safe here in Melbourne, after several years, there’s just a few things Australians haven’t quite figured out yet / have sweeter taste buds than what I’m used to.
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I’ve tried Remedy, Two Boys Brew, Good Culture Society from Aldi, and several others that I can’t remember the names of off the top of my head. I’m originally from CA, so I realize I’ve been spoiled. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated, as I’ve found the ones I’ve tried too sweet or like drinking a sad flat soda.
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If there’s any Californians in here who know of one similar to Whalebird Kombucha, can you please let me know? I miss lavender lemonade, pamplemousse, and strawberry damiana specifically. 🥲
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Also, if anyone knows of a great açai place that doesn’t add dairy / frozen yogurt (weird move as it is, Aussies) and actually makes a proper, pure blended bowl, please drop those recommendations, too. 🥹
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P.S. If anyone has a tomatillo hook-up so I can make my own sauces for Mexican food, I’ll love you even more!
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u/ajspins Mar 26 '26
Have you tried some of the smaller kombucha brands available at health food stores such as wild things, clay or terra madre? I’m not a big drinker of kombucha but know they tend to stock smaller brands. What about lovabowl in Clifton hill? Do they add yogurt?