Did you know you can brew your own kombucha at home? It’s simple, fun, and gives you a fresh, fizzy drink packed with health benefits.
If you’ve been thinking about giving it a go, here’s everything you need to know to get started—plus some delicious kombucha recipes to try once you’ve brewed your first batch!
The Essentials You’ll Need
To brew kombucha, you only need a few basic ingredients: tea, sugar, water, and a SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast).
You’ll want to use black or green tea, and organic raw sugar is best. The SCOBY is essential for the fermentation process, turning sweet tea into kombucha by adding probiotics, acids, and a little fizz.
You’ll also need a large jar for fermenting and some bottles for storing the finished kombucha.
How to Brew Kombucha: A Simple Guide
Start by brewing about 4 cups of tea. Use around 2 tablespoons of loose-leaf tea or 4 tea bags, then add 1 cup of sugar while the tea is hot. Stir it in until the sugar dissolves completely. After brewing, let the sweetened tea cool to room temperature, as the SCOBY can’t handle hot liquids.
Once the tea has cooled, pour it into a large glass jar and gently place the SCOBY on top. Cover the jar with a clean cloth secured with a rubber band, then place it in a warm, dark spot. Let the kombucha ferment for about 7 to 10 days. The longer it ferments, the tangier it will taste. After 7 days, start tasting it daily until it reaches your preferred flavour.
When it’s ready, remove the SCOBY and save it for your next batch. Pour your kombucha into bottles, seal them, and place them in the fridge to stop the fermentation. Now, you’ve got your own homemade kombucha!
Boost the Flavour: Kombucha Recipes to Try
Here are a few simple ways to add some exciting flavours to your kombucha:
Ginger and Lemon Kombucha: After bottling your kombucha, add a few slices of fresh ginger and a squeeze of lemon juice to each bottle. Let it sit for a day or two at room temperature to increase the fizz, then refrigerate and enjoy.
Berry Kombucha: Add a handful of raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries to your bottled kombucha for a fruity twist. Let it ferment for a couple of days at room temperature before refrigerating for a burst of flavour.
Mint Lavender Kombucha: Add fresh mint leaves and a pinch of dried lavender to each bottle. Let the kombucha sit for a few days, then chill it for a refreshing drink with a floral, herbal touch.
Why Brew Kombucha at Home?
Brewing kombucha at home has so many benefits. You get to enjoy a healthy, probiotic-rich drink whenever you want, and you can customise the flavours to your liking.
Plus, it’s a fun process, and the satisfaction of making your own kombucha is unmatched. It’s also a cost-effective way to enjoy kombucha daily without spending a lot on store-bought options.
And if you care about sustainability, brewing at home reduces packaging waste and allows you to control the quality of the ingredients you use.
Start Brewing with The Good Brew Company
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Head to our website now to shop our SCOBY kits and brewing supplies. Start your kombucha brewing journey today with The Good Brew Company—your source for everything kombucha!