What is SCOBY?

Q: What are the core ingredients in Kombucha?

Tea: Black tea or green tea is commonly used for making kombucha, but other types of tea can also be used. Tea provides the nutrients and tannins needed for the fermentation process.Sugar: Sugar serves as the food source for the yeast and bacteria during fermentation. It is an essential component for the production of organic acids and carbonation.Water: Water is used to brew the tea and create the base for the kombucha.SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast): The SCOBY is a gelatinous mass that contains a symbiotic mixture of bacteria and yeast. It is a crucial component for fermenting the sweetened tea and transforming it into kombucha.Starter Tea: Starter tea is a portion of previously brewed and fermented kombucha that is added to the sweetened tea to introduce the necessary microorganisms for fermentation. It helps kickstart the fermentation process.Fruits, Herbs, or Spices: After the initial fermentation, kombucha can be flavored with various ingredients such as fruits (berries, citrus, etc.), herbs (mint, basil, etc.), or spices (ginger, cinnamon, etc.) to add unique flavors and aromas.

Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast, SCOBY is the mother of kombucha. All the yeast and bacteria contained in the mother convert tea, sugar and water into kombucha. Essentially, the floating pellicle you see on top of a kombucha vessel is what is called a "SCOBY".

Kombucha 101 for beginners!

You might be asking yourself what is Kombucha and how it is made? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Here are the very basics of kombucha brewing and beverages.

What is Kombucha?

Kombucha is a fermented tea beverage that has been consumed for centuries, with its origins traced back to Northeast China around 220 B.C.

How Kombucha is made?

Kombucha is made by fermenting sweetened tea with a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY). The SCOBY forms a gelatinous layer on the surface of the tea and is responsible for the fermentation process.

What are the core ingredients in Kombucha?

Tea: Black tea or green tea is commonly used for making kombucha, but other types of tea can also be used. Tea provides the nutrients and tannins needed for the fermentation process.
Sugar: Sugar serves as the food source for the yeast and bacteria during fermentation. It is an essential component for the production of organic acids and carbonation.
Water: Water is used to brew the tea and create the base for the kombucha.
SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast): The SCOBY is a gelatinous mass that contains a symbiotic mixture of bacteria and yeast. It is a crucial component for fermenting the sweetened tea and transforming it into kombucha.
Starter Tea: Starter tea is a portion of previously brewed and fermented kombucha that is added to the sweetened tea to introduce the necessary microorganisms for fermentation. It helps kickstart the fermentation process.
Fruits, Herbs, or Spices: After the initial fermentation, kombucha can be flavored with various ingredients such as fruits (berries, citrus, etc.), herbs (mint, basil, etc.), or spices (ginger, cinnamon, etc.) to add unique flavors and aromas.

Is Kombucha Organic?

All our products are made from 100% organic ingredients and fresh spring water.

How to store Kombucha proberly?

Our bottled kombuchas should be stored at fridge temperatures. The canned kombuchas can be stored on a room temperature

Both are best served cold. 🧊🍹

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What is SCOBY?

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