Temple Lifestyle Brands acquires Rise Kombucha

Temple Lifestyle Brands, parent company of Thirsty Buddha, acquires Rise Kombucha.

Founded in Montreal in 2008, Rise Kombucha has earned national acclaim for its organic, unpasteurized kombucha.

“We are thrilled about this transaction, as we’ve long admired what the team at Rise has built, a beloved brand rooted in quality, community, and wellness,” said Christopher Magnone, co-founder and CEO of Temple Lifestyle Brands. “Bringing Rise into our family is more than an acquisition, it’s a powerful step forward in our mission to revolutionize better-for-you beverages.”

“This is a heartfelt milestone in Rise’s journey,” said Charles Chang, former board chair of Rise Kombucha. “What began in Montreal with a simple idea, to craft a kombucha as bold and authentic as the people who drink it, has grown into something truly meaningful. Temple shares our passion for wellness, sustainability, and community, and is uniquely positioned to unlock the brand’s next phase of growth with the scale, operational strength, and expertise to make it happen. The future is bright, and we can’t wait to watch Rise continue to flourish.”

The acquisition is backed by Quebec-based impact investors led by Fondaction.