The label facts, side by side
What each brand lists on its own product page, checked October 10, 2026. Amounts are per 12 oz can. Where we found conflicting numbers, we say so; the can in your hand is the final word.
| Botanical Brewing elixirs | Mitra9 kratom seltzer | White Rabbit | New Brew | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Style | Elixir brewed with kratom leaf | Seltzer with kratom extract | Seltzer with kratom extract | Kratom, kava and tea in one can |
| Kratom listed | Not printed on the product page; the page links a lab certificate (COA) | 45 mg mitragynine | 45 mg kratom extract, 30 mg mitragynine (brand page); one retailer lists 25 mg | Listings disagree: one says 25 mg kratom and 100 mg kava, another 25 mg mitragynine and 125 mg kavalactones |
| Sugar and calories | Varies by flavor; see the can | Zero sugar, zero calories | Zero sugar, zero calories, no caffeine | Listings disagree; see the can |
| Sweetener | See the can | Stevia and sucralose (berry flavor: no sucralose) | Sucralose | See the can |
| Flavors | Island Breeze (mango, passion fruit), Tiki Apple (apple, lemon), Blueberry Lemonade | Several; see the brand | Several; see the brand | Several, including yuzu |
| Price | From $36 a 4-pack; $102 for the 12-can variety pack | Check retailer | Check retailer | $68 a 12-pack direct |
Prices change, and kratom can't be shipped everywhere. Check before you order.
Our pick: Botanical Brewing's elixirs
We pick Botanical Brewing for flavor range: three fruit-forward flavors, each named for the leaf vein it's brewed with, sold in 4, 12 or 24 packs. The variety pack is the easy way to try all of them. One thing to know: the product page doesn't print a mitragynine amount per can; it links a lab certificate instead, so read that or the can before you buy.
Botanical Brewing also makes Cat 5, a double-strength blend. It's not a first can, so we've left it off this list.
Kratom seltzer vs. kratom elixir
The two words aren't regulated, so read the ingredients rather than the front of the can. In practice:
- Seltzers (Mitra9, White Rabbit) are sparkling water with a kratom extract and a zero-calorie sweetener. They tend to print a mitragynine number, which makes them easy to compare.
- Elixirs (Botanical Brewing) are brewed with kratom leaf, closer to an iced tea, and flavored with fruit. Expect more flavor and, depending on the can, some sugar and calories.
If a printed number matters most to you, a seltzer that lists it is easier to compare. If flavor matters most, start with an elixir. Either way, one can is one serving.
Mitra9 vs. New Brew
Mitra9's kratom seltzer is one plant: kratom extract, 45 mg mitragynine per can on the brand's label, zero sugar, sweetened with stevia and sucralose.
New Brew puts kratom, kava and tea in the same can, at $68 for a 12-pack from the brand. The per-can amounts we found don't agree from one listing to the next, and one distributor lists caffeine from the tea as well, so check the can.
The main difference is that New Brew combines plants. We usually advise against mixing kava and kratom, so if you're new to either one, a single-plant can is the simpler choice. Both "Who should skip" lists below apply to New Brew.
New Brew vs. White Rabbit
White Rabbit is a single-plant kratom seltzer. Its brand page lists 45 mg of kratom extract with 30 mg mitragynine, zero calories, zero sugar and no caffeine, sweetened with sucralose. One retailer lists a different amount (25 mg), which is another reason to read the can.
New Brew is the kratom, kava and tea blend described above. If you want to avoid caffeine or skip kava, White Rabbit's label is the more straightforward of the two. If you're avoiding sucralose, check both labels.
What we didn't include, and why
Several other kratom drinks are on the market. We left out any brand whose label figures we couldn't confirm on the brand's own page. We'll add them when we can.
Sources
- Botanical Brewing Co. product pages (prices, pack sizes and the linked lab certificates)
- Mitra9 seltzer collection (mitragynine, sugar, ingredients)
- New Brew Yuzu 12-pack (price, ingredients)
- White Rabbit's brand site (extract and mitragynine amounts)
Who should skip kratom
- Kratom drinks are for adults 21+. Skip them if you're under 21.
- Skip kratom if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Kratom can be habit-forming with regular use, and the FDA hasn't approved it for any use. Skip it if you're in recovery from alcohol or other substance use.
- Skip it if you take antidepressants (including SSRIs), sedatives, sleep aids or any other daily medication, unless your doctor says it's OK.
- Kratom is banned or restricted in some states, counties and cities. Check your local rules before you buy.
- One can is one serving. Don't drink it with alcohol or other botanicals, and don't drive after drinking it.
Who should skip kava
- Kava drinks are for adults 21+. Skip them if you're under 21.
- Skip kava if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Skip kava if you have a liver condition or drink heavily. Kava has been linked to rare cases of serious liver injury.
- Skip it if you take antidepressants (including SSRIs), sedatives, sleep aids or medications that affect the liver, unless your doctor says it's OK.
- Rules on kava vary by place. Check your local rules before you buy.
- One can or shell is one serving. Don't mix kava with alcohol, and don't drive after drinking it.
These are general cautions, not medical advice. If you're unsure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Questions people ask
What's the difference between a kratom seltzer and a kratom elixir?
Seltzers are usually sparkling water with kratom extract and a zero-calorie sweetener. Elixirs are usually brewed with kratom leaf and flavored with fruit. The words aren't regulated, so read the ingredient list.
Do kratom drinks list how much kratom is in them?
Some do. Mitra9 and White Rabbit print a mitragynine figure. Others link a lab certificate (COA) instead. If you can't find a number, ask the brand or pick a can that lists one.
Is New Brew kratom or kava?
Both. New Brew combines kratom, kava and tea in one can. We usually advise against combining kava and kratom, so check the label and both safety lists first.
Are kratom drinks legal?
Kratom isn't federally scheduled in the US, but it's banned or restricted in some states, counties and cities, and it's for adults 21+. Check your local rules.
Is kratom habit-forming?
Kratom can be habit-forming with regular use. Skip it if you're in recovery, and talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
