Saba Plant-Based Introduces a Lighter Kefir Alternative for Gut Health

Building on the success of its plant-based Kefir range launched in 2023 as a vegan alternative to the classic Middle Eastern drink, Saba Plant-Based created Water Kefir to offer consumers another dairy-free probiotic drink option that is now water-based, making it a lighter alternative to traditional kefir and also a gentler version of kombucha. Handcrafted in small batches, it is the first and only locally made Water Kefir in Dubai.

Made completely with organic and vegan ingredients, the Water Kefir is naturally fermented in a mixture of live water kefir grains, sugar water and fruit extracts. It is light, crisp, refreshing, subtly sweet and slightly tangy, almost like a fruity soda, delivering the same functional benefits without the heaviness or coconut-forward taste that the original plant-based kefir contains.

The Water Kefir offers various benefits such as a boosted immune system, improved hydration, better nutrient absorption and aids with metabolic and anti-inflammatory effects. It is also dietary friendly, caffeine-free, gentle on digestion and lighter on the stomach and rich in lactic acid bacteria which is great for gut balance, supporting gut health and overall wellness.

Featuring two flavours, the Blue Spirulina with Lemon Mint combines filtered water, kefir culture, peppermint infusion, agave syrup, lemon mint flavour, blue spirulina and citric acid whereas the Dragon Fruit, Strawberry with a hint of Lemon combines filtered water, kefir culture, strawberry puree, agave syrup, dragon fruit powder, pink lemonade flavour and citric acid. Best served chilled, it is the perfect refreshment for those seeking a gut-healthy option for the warmer months ahead. In addition to Water Kefir, Saba Plant-Based has also introduced its new Apple Cider Vinegar shots, made with raw apple cider vinegar, infused with cardamom and ginger. Priced between AED 10-11, it is currently available for purchase on the website and across UAE supermarkets including Kibsons, Waitrose, Spinneys, and Geant.

Founded in 2019, Saba Plant-Based was the first brand to locally brew organic certified Kombucha in the UAE and has grown into a household name in the region’s plant-based food sector. Now completing seven successful years, the sustainable brand’s offerings has expanded to include an assortment of plant-based products including coconut milk yoghurt (cocogurt), oat milk yoghurt (oatgurt), drinking yoghurt, plant-based Kefir and now Water Kefir and Apple Cider Vinegar Shots, each locally made, organic certified, rich in natural probiotics, and free from refined sugar.

The latest launch reflects the brand’s continued commitment to creating accessible, innovative, and health-forward products, further cementing its position within the region’s evolving wellness landscape. The Water Kefir along with its full gut-healthy product range can be purchased on www.sabaplantbased.ae or at UAE supermarkets including Kibsons, Spinneys and Waitrose.