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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients (Optional)
Method
Brewing the Kombucha
- 1
Prepare the Sweet Tea
Boil 4 cups of water in a large pot. Once boiling, remove from heat and add 1 cup of granulated sugar, stirring until dissolved. Add the 4 black tea bags and allow to steep for 10-15 minutes.
- 2
Cool the Sweet Tea
After steeping, remove the tea bags and let the sweet tea cool down to room temperature. This is essential to prevent killing the SCOBY.
- 3
- 4
Cover and Ferment
Cover the jar with a clean cloth or coffee filter secured with a rubber band to allow airflow while keeping out dust and insects. Place the jar in a warm, dark place (around 70-85°F or 21-29°C) for 7-14 days, depending on your taste preference.
Flavoring and Bottling
- 5
Taste Test
After 7 days, taste the kombucha daily until it reaches your desired balance of sweetness and tartness.
- 6
Prepare for Flavoring (Optional)
If you wish to add flavors, prepare your chosen ingredients (like grated ginger, fruit puree, or herbs) while the kombucha is fermenting.
- 7
- 8
Add Flavorings (Optional)
If flavoring, add your chosen ingredients directly to the bottles before sealing.
- 9
Second Fermentation
Seal the bottles tightly and leave them at room temperature for another 3-7 days to carbonate. Check daily to prevent over-carbonation.
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