Kombucha Recipe

Kombucha Brewing Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Tea

   In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the tea bags and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Allow the tea to steep for about 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Cool the Tea

   Remove the tea bags and let the sweetened tea cool to room temperature.

3. 3

   Combine Ingredients

   In a clean glass jar, combine the cooled sweetened tea with 1 cup of starter tea. Gently slide the SCOBY into the jar.

4. 4

   Fermentation

   Cover the jar with a clean cloth or coffee filter secured with a rubber band. Allow the kombucha to ferment in a warm, dark place for 7 to 14 days, depending on your taste preference.

5. 5

   Taste Testing

   After about a week, start tasting the kombucha daily until it reaches your desired level of tartness.

6. 6

   Bottling

   Once fermented to your liking, remove the SCOBY and reserve it for your next batch. Pour the kombucha into bottles, leaving some space at the top. You can add flavors at this stage, such as fruit or herbs.

7. 7

   Second Fermentation (optional)

   Seal the bottles and leave them at room temperature for 3 to 7 days to carbonate. Afterward, refrigerate the bottles to stop fermentation.

8. 8

   Enjoy

   Serve chilled and enjoy your homemade kombucha!