Can I Add Fruit Juices to Kombucha During Primary Fermentation
Home Can I Add Fruit Juices to Kombucha During Primary Fermentation? You Can, But Should You? Part of the fun of making kombucha is that you get to control each ingredient and get creative with flavoring. With so many options, new brewers are often testing the ropes and looking for feedback on different flavoring methods. […]
I Don’t See Bubbles in My Kombucha, Is It Dead?
Home I Don’t See Bubbles in My Kombucha Is It Dead? Short Answer: No, if you aren’t seeing bubbles in your kombucha brew, it’s not dead. This is mostly expected and almost always a non-issue. Visible bubbles may or may not appear during fermentation, and their absence doesn’t mean your kombucha isn’t fermenting. Let’s break […]
Can You Use a 1-Gallon SCOBY to Brew a Half-Gallon of Kombucha?
Home Can You Use a 1-Gallon SCOBY to Brew a Half-Gallon of Kombucha ? We often get asked: “Can I use a SCOBY that’s portioned for a gallon to make just a half-gallon of kombucha?” The short answer is: yes, absolutely. Using a One-Gallon SCOBY for a Half-Gallon Batch A SCOBY and starter tea designed […]
My SCOBY Isn’t Moving — Is It Dead?
Home My SCOBY Isn’t Moving — Is It Dead? Why Your SCOBY Isn’t Moving and Why That’s Totally Fine When you first start making kombucha, it’s easy to feel overloaded by all the information out there. We get a lot of questions from new brewers about what a SCOBY pellicle should look like or be […]
How to Store a SCOBY Between Batches
Home How to Store a SCOBY Between Batches What to Do With Your Kombucha SCOBY Between Brews First off, congrats on making your batch of kombucha and getting into the world of kombucha making in the first place. It’s a big step, and we’re glad you’re here with us. Now, let’s talk about the best […]
Water Kefir Making Guide : How to, Recipes & Flavors
Home Water Kefir Making Guide DIY Water Kefir Made Easy: Follow Along Step-by-Step LEARN MORE Water Kefir 101 Water Kefir Flavors Blueberry Water Kefir No matter the season, nothing is more refreshing than a cold glass of blueberry water kefir! Blueberries’ sweet yet tart flavor perfectly complements the tangy effervescence of water kefir. Blueberries can […]
What are Vinegar Pickles?
Home What are Vinegar Pickles? What is Vinegar Pickling? Have you ever wondered how a simple vegetable like a cucumber can become a tangy pickle packed with flavor? Well, vinegar pickling is the time-tested method behind this transformation. From grandma’s kitchen shelves lined with mason jars to trendy artisanal offerings at your local farmers market, […]
How to Make Still Flavored Kombucha
Home How to Make Still Flavored Kombucha Skip Ahead Flavored Non Carbonated Kombucha Flavored kombucha is often associated with carbonation, but what if you want the flavor without the fizz? Then still flavored kombucha is for you! It’s incredibly simple—you just follow any recipe for flavoring kombucha, but instead of bottle-conditioning (aka secondary fermentation for […]
I Don’t See Bubbles in My Water Kefir, Is It Dead?
Home I Don’t See Bubbles in My Water Kefir Is It Dead? No, if you are not seeing bubbles in your water kefir batch, I wouldn’t worry, as this is nearly always a non-issue. Visible bubbles may or may not be seen in your batch of water kefir. This alone shouldn’t be used as a […]
How to Take pH Readings in Water Kefir
Home How to Take pH Readings in Water Kefir Why pH Matters — And How to Test It Water Kefir pH Understanding the process of water kefir fermentation and its progress can sometimes feel like a guessing game. You might find yourself wondering, “Is anything actually happening in my batch?” especially when visual cues are […]