In one embodiment, a water-based, alcohol-free, oral care composition comprises antimicrobial agents, bacteriostatic agents, solubilizing agents, humectants and flavouring agents. The pleasant sensory properties are derived from its active ingredients and flavouring agents from natural sources. This oral rinse composition can be made by different methods. This oral rinse product has high antibacterial efficacy and positive organoleptic properties that encourage more frequent use to reduce bad breath and promote oral rehydration.