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Kombucha

Kombucha

Kombucha is a delicious and nutritious fermented tea beverage rich in probiotics, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, offering a refreshing way to boost your overall health.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 16

Equipment

  • 1 Fermentation Jar (about a gallon)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 SCOBY
  • 4-6 Tea bags black, Oolong, green, white, or pu-erh
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 gallon cool chlorine-free water
  • 1 Fermentation Jar about a gallon, but depends on how much you want to brew

Instructions
 

  • Brew the Tea: Begin by brewing 1 gallon of tea. Bring 1 gallon of water to a boil and add 4-6 tea bags of your choice. Let the tea steep for 10-15 minutes, then remove the tea bags and add 1 cup of sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  • Cool the Tea: Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then pour it into a clean fermentation jar.
  • Add the SCOBY: Add the SCOBY to the jar, making sure it is fully submerged in the tea. Cover the jar with a clean cloth or coffee filter and secure it with a rubber band.
  • Fermentation: Place the jar in a warm, dark place and allow it to ferment for 7-14 days, depending on the desired level of fermentation. Check the kombucha regularly and taste it to determine when it is ready.
  • Remove the SCOBY: Once the kombucha has reached the desired level of fermentation, carefully remove the SCOBY and set it aside for your next batch.
  • Store the Kombucha: Pour the kombucha into a clean bottle or jar and store it in the fridge until ready to serve.
Keyword Kombucha