Kombucha Recipe

Time2h

Serves8

A refreshing fermented tea drink

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2
Steep Tea
Once boiling, remove from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let steep for 15 minutes.
3
Add Sugar
Remove the tea bags, then stir in 1 cup of sugar until fully dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.

4
Combine Ingredients
In a clean glass jar, pour the cooled tea mixture. Add 1 cup of starter tea and gently place the SCOBY on top.
5
Cover Jar
Cover the jar with a clean cloth or coffee filter, secured with a rubber band. This allows air to flow while keeping contaminants out.
6
Ferment
Place the jar in a warm, dark place (around 70-85°F or 21-29°C) for 7 to 14 days. Taste after a week and continue fermenting until desired tanginess is achieved.

7
Prepare Flavorings
If desired, prepare your flavorings by chopping fresh fruit or herbs. You can use about 1 cup total.
8
Bottle Kombucha
Once fermentation is complete, remove the SCOBY and set it aside. Pour the kombucha into bottles, leaving some space at the top for carbonation.
9
Add Flavorings
Add the prepared flavorings to each bottle, then seal tightly.
10
Second Fermentation
Let the sealed bottles sit at room temperature for 3 to 7 days to carbonate. Check daily and refrigerate once desired fizziness is achieved.