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Katie, the Booch Witch, is in her kitchen and poses with stainless steel tongs and her kombucha jar. Two images are shown - one where she has her hand over her mouth in a nervous pose, the other photo she is smiling with her thumb up in a confident pose.

Myth-Buster: Yes, You Can Use Metal Tongs to Split Your Scoby

There’s a persistent myth that sometimes bubbles up: that metal and scobys don’t mix. You’ve probably heard something like this: “Never touch your scoby with metal or it will die!” Cue the collective gasp and clutch your pearls!! Let me set the record straight and back it up with facts. The Truth: Acidic + Reactive

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Labeling Kombucha Bottles

Labeling Homemade Kombucha Bottles

Why Every Flavor Experiment Deserves a Label If you’re brewing your kombucha at home, chances are you love experimenting with flavors. From tangy citrus blends to sweet and floral infusions, the possibilities are endless! But here’s a pro tip that’s just as important as choosing the perfect ingredients: always label your bottles. Why is labeling

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A screenshot of the podcast image - Justin has an apple in his mouth!

Justin and the (Food) Entrepreneurs Podcast Apperances

I recently had the privilege of joining Justin on Justin and the (Food) Entrepreneurs Podcast to share the latest updates on The Booch Witch, my ongoing journey as a kombucha education entrepreneur. You can listen to the episode here: Who is Justin Bizzarro? – Justin is a serial food, restaurant, technology, media and marketing entrepreneur,

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Ingredient Magic: Find Kombucha Recipes with a Google Search

Ever found yourself with a fridge full of strawberries, wondering how to transform them into a magical kombucha flavor? Or maybe you’re craving a specific kombucha taste and want to explore with a bit of inspiration… I make it easy to find fun, resourceful kombucha recipes — exactly what you’re looking for with a simple

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How Long Does My Scoby Live?

They say a healthy scoby is a happy scoby, and that happy scoby can brew you delicious kombucha for years to come! But with all the love you pour into your brewing process, a question might linger: how long does this symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast REALLY last?

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How to Spot a Spoiled Batch

We all love that sweet, bubbly taste of homemade kombucha. But with any fermented food or drink, there’s always the question: is it safe to consume? Fear not, my fellow booch brewers! I’m here to guide you through the signs of a happy, healthy brew and what to toss in the garden or compost bin.

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Cranberry juice and lemon verbena kombucha

Cran Bam…. Thank you, ma’am! 

A Quick and Easy Recipe If you are looking for a breezy, straightforward homemade kombucha recipe, you’ll love my Cran Bam Kombucha recipe!  Featured Flavors Cranberry juice is good for immunity, full of antioxidants, and is a reliable player in the flavoring process. I typically keep a handful of shelf-stable jars on hand to use

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