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Watch the Booch Witch make tea properly for a home-brew kombucha.

Homebrewers, take note. It is VERY important to fill bottles of kombucha correctly. The perfect fill level is illustrated in the photo above, marked by the purple notes that look like the number 7. I instruct homebrewers to use recycled Grolsch bottles.  Another tip: right below the lip ???? Fill your bottles nearly to the

What are the health benefits of kombucha? Today, we discuss three examples of the vital benefits of regular consumption of kombucha.

Oh no. It is something every kombucha home-brewer fears: Mold ???? Scobys can get moldy for several reasons. This post discusses how your kombucha scoby can get infested with mold, what to do if you see mold, and how to avoid mold in the first place ???? Mold is Rare, Really In my years of

Not all tea will work for a home-brew kombucha. Sticking to plain green and black teas is the way to go for home-brew kombucha.

Your favorite kombucha brands may be watered down. Kombucha Brewers International released a Code of Practice. The code distinguishes between the following categories: Traditional Kombucha Tea: This is a fermented tea, made with a scoby and sugar. The way I make my brew at home would be considered a Traditional Kombucha Tea. Kombucha: Same as

Selecting the best fruits, fruit mixtures, and flattering herbs and spices is a creative part of the home kombucha brewing process.

Have an upcoming vacation? You will want to ensure your scoby will survive the break. There are many factors to consider.