Health Benefits of Kombucha & How to Make Kombucha at Home

Did you know that the first recipes of kombucha tea date back as far as 221 BC, which marks the beginning of China's Qin Dynasty? This popular fermented tea has a long and fascinating history and while it might be trendy right now, that trend is here to stay.

Kombucha is popular especially among...

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A Guide to the Ideal Kombucha Temperature & Heating Options

When it comes to making kombucha, temperature and time both play important roles in the process.

The results of kombucha fermentation vary with the application of different temperatures. The kombucha temperature environment may also lead to variables in the number of days required for...

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Guide to Bottling & Flavoring Kombucha | Second Ferment

 

Kombucha might be as old as the hills, but it's taken the world by storm in the last few years. The global market was worth $1.7 billion in 2020! But rather than pay $5-$7 per bottle, more of us prefer to make our own kombucha, putting us in complete control.

If you've tried...

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How to Brew Jun

 

Did you know that approximately 70 million people are affected by digestive diseases? Diet plays a huge factor in some digestive problems, and adding in healthy gut bacteria, such as probiotics, can help mitigate some of the side effects.

Have you heard of Jun? This close relative of...

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Health Benefits of Kombucha - A Healthier Alternative

What if you could enjoy a tasty beverage that actually improves your health while tasting delicious? It’s possible! Let’s discuss the many health benefits of kombucha...

Our personal story of how we came to brew our own kombucha began with our love for all things tea, along with a...

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Kombucha That Keeps on Giving (Continuous Brew)

 

With spring in the air, dandelions in bloom, and seed planting up on us, I'm also dreaming of cooler drinks over hot ones.

While there is always room for a good cuppa hot tea in the morning, the warmer weather has me turning to iced and sun tea as well as cold, bubbly, kombucha. There is...

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How to Make Herbal Kombucha (During 1st Ferment)

 

“80% of your immune system lives in your gastrointestinal tract and probiotics can help. Approximately 500 different species of bacteria live inside you. The weight of these bacteria is about two to three pounds.” Institute of Health Sciences.

What we eat and drink...

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