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If you know me, you know I love bubbly drinks. There’s nothing quite as refreshing as a cold bubbly drink, and lately, my go-to drink has been kombucha. I haven’t met a kombucha flavor that I didn’t like… but my favorites are juniper berry, lavender, and ginger lemon.
In this blog, we explore (briefly) the health benefits of kombucha and how to get started brewing your own.
Health Benefits of Kombucha
Kombucha, a fermented tea beverage, has gained popularity not just for its unique tangy taste but also for its potential health benefits. Packed with probiotics, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, kombucha is promotes gut health by fostering a balanced microbiome.
The probiotics found in kombucha, primarily lactic acid bacteria and yeast, may contribute to improved digestion, a strengthened immune system, and enhanced nutrient absorption. Additionally, the antioxidants in kombucha, such as polyphenols, may help combat oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. Regularly consuming kombucha can lead to increased energy levels, better skin health, and even weight management.
Learn more about the health benefits of kombucha here.
But… there’s a downside. Kombucha isn’t cheap. Our local health food store sells my favorite kombucha brand for about $5 per 16-ounce bottle. That’s $1825 per year per person if you drink one bottle a day.
Enter: home brewing. One of our 2024 goals is to cut grocery spending while continuing to increase our nutrient intake, so we decided to make the switch to home brewing.
Unboxing: Deluxe Organic Kombucha Starter Kit
Watch below as we unbox the Deluxe Organic Kombucha Starter Kit from The Kombucha Shop.
First Time Using the Kombucha Brew Kit
I couldn’t wait to dive right into the brewing process, and I’m happy to report that the process was SO easy. I followed the instructions on the provided card, and the whole process took about 30 minutes, and that includes time to prep and read the instructions a few times first.
To sum it up:
- Brew the tea
- Add organic cane sugar
- Add to the brew jar
- Add cold filtered water (and check temperature)
- Add SCOBY
- Check pH level
- Set it on a counter top on a wooden cutting board, and that’s it!
Which Kit Is Right for You?
The answer to this question depends on what you already have for brewing, or if you’re starting from scratch. To get everything in the unboxing video, you might want the Premium Kit, but that’s not your only option.
The Deluxe Kit comes with six swing bottles, the stainless-steel funnel, bottle brush, and Original Brew Kit (with tea, SCOBY, and organic sugar)
The Original Starter Kit comes with the brew jar, tea, sugar, and SCOBY.
The Premium Kit contains everything that the Deluxe Kit has plus the heating wrap and enough tea to brew 10 gallons. (See the video for the heating wrap and tea refill bag.)
Do You Love Kombucha?
Share your favorite recipes with us! We’d love to hear from you!
