About Us

our story

GoodMood Kombucha was founded in New York City in 2023 by chef Chris Li with a simple idea: kombucha should taste really good. After years of working in kitchens where flavor was everything, Chris couldn’t ignore the gap in the beverage aisle. Kombucha had become known for its benefits — but not always for its taste. 



Too vinegary. Too intense. Too niche. He believed you shouldn’t have to “acquire” a taste for something that’s supposed to make you feel good. So he started with one flavor — Berry Pomegranate — and set out to craft kombucha that people would actually crave.

Founded in 2023

From day one, GoodMood Kombucha has been flavor-forward. We brew real kombucha, but we approach it like chefs — balancing acidity, fruit, botanicals, and brightness so every sip feels clean, refreshing, and intentional. We don’t dilute what kombucha is. We respect the fermentation, the craft, and the culture. But we also refuse to accept that it has to be harsh to be authentic. Our mission is simple: kombucha that tastes really good.

what makes us different?

We sit at the intersection of traditional kombucha, soda, and the fast-growing non-alcoholic movement. We’re not trying to replace kombucha culture — we’re expanding it. 



We’re here for longtime kombucha drinkers and for people who’ve never considered themselves “kombucha people.” That’s why we say we’re Kombucha for Everyone. It’s approachable. It’s balanced. It’s cool. And it still delivers the experience people expect from a real brew.

our heart is in NY

What started as a local New York City brand has grown quickly. From our first cans on shelves to expanding distribution across the city and building our direct-to-consumer presence online, GoodMood Kombucha is scaling with intention. We’re proud of our NYC roots — the pace, the creativity, the diversity — and we carry that energy into every flavor we launch.

kombucha should taste good

This is just the beginning. We’re here to solve the kombucha problem — by making it taste so good that it becomes part of everyday life. As we grow nationally and online, our commitment stays the same: bold flavor, thoughtful craft, and a belief that feeling good should never come at the expense of enjoying what you drink.

TASTE THE DIFFERENCE

TASTE THE DIFFERENCE

We worked really hard to make the best kombucha there is. We can't wait for you to try it.

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