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Busting Kombucha Myths

If myths about kombucha have held you back, we'll shed some light on them so you can start brewing a delicious, tangy homemade tonic.
Choosing A Water Source For Making Cultured & Fermented Foods

Many fermented foods require water for the culturing process. Learn which factors to consider when choosing a water source.
Obtaining a Mother Kombucha SCOBY

Learn how to obtain a Kombucha Scoby and read how to make your own Kombucha tea at home using our recipes and how-to guides.
What's in My Kombucha?

Considering adding kombucha to your diet? Learn about the beneficial bacteria and yeast that make up Kombucha Tea.
Choosing Equipment For Brewing Kombucha Tea

Learn how to choose kombucha tea brewing supplies for making kombucha at home. You may already have the supplies you need to get started today!
Choosing Ingredients For Making Kombucha

Learn more about kombucha ingredients, like a SCOBY, tea, and sugar and how to choose ingredients to make your own kombucha at home.
Water Kefir vs. Kombucha

How is kombucha different from water kefir? Is one better than the other? We'll answer all of this plus give an overview of these fermented, bubbly drinks.
A Complete List of Kombucha Terminology

From baby SCOBYs to second fermentation and everything in between, this list of kombucha brewing terms will have you ready to brew your own booch in no time!
Kombucha Tea Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What does kombucha taste like? Does kombucha contain alcohol? We answer all this in our extensive FAQ on kombucha tea, including how to make it at home!
HOW-TO VIDEO: Activating a Dehydrated Kombucha SCOBY

Kombucha SCOBYs that arrive dehydrated need to be rehydrated- in this video we'll teach you how to get your SCOBY activated to make Kombucha Tea at home!
What Does A Healthy Scoby Look Like?

Is your scoby bad, or is it just ugly? Take a look at the many variations of a healthy scoby.
HOW-TO VIDEO: How to Make Kombucha Tea

Learn how to make kombucha tea at home! Whether you’re new to making kombucha tea or an expert, try our easy-to-follow kombucha tea recipe and how-to video.

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Busting Kombucha Myths

Choosing A Water Source For Making Cultured & Fermented Foods

Obtaining a Mother Kombucha SCOBY

What's in My Kombucha?

Choosing Equipment For Brewing Kombucha Tea

Choosing Ingredients For Making Kombucha

Water Kefir vs. Kombucha

A Complete List of Kombucha Terminology

Kombucha Tea Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

HOW-TO VIDEO: Activating a Dehydrated Kombucha SCOBY

What Does A Healthy Scoby Look Like?

HOW-TO VIDEO: How to Make Kombucha Tea

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