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SCOBY Hotel

SCOBY Hotel kombucha

SCOBY HOTEL

                You have successfully completed your first batch of kombucha, and now you are wondering what you are supposed to do with your new and old SCOBYs.  Do you keep the baby SCOBY and throw out the mother?  Did you need to keep the mother forever and discard the babies?  Today we will discuss keeping the whole SCOBY family together in a SCOBY hotel!

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What kind of Tea & Sugar Should I Brew My Kombucha With?

Best Tea for kombucha

So, you brewed your first batch of kombucha with your Bucha Brewers Brewing kit, and you’re ready to get batch #2 fermenting!   But wait! You need to decide what kind of tea and sugar you will use for the batch.  Never fear!  Picking the tea and sugar you use for your kombucha is as simple as you’d like it to be!

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Kombucha Alcohol: How to Increase Kombucha Alcohol Content

Kombucha Alcohol Content - 6 Ways to Increase Kombucha Alcohol Infographic

As you probably already know, a small amount of alcohol develops naturally in your home-brewed kombucha.  Generally, this is less than 2% ABV.  However, if you are looking for a healthy substitute for your usual booze, we can help you make some party bucha!

Several variables affect the alcohol content in your kombucha.  In this article, we will focus on changes you can implement without spending money on brewing equipment or making significant changes to the kombucha brewing process. These changes can increase your kombucha alcohol content to as much as 5% ABV!  Implement the following changes to increase the alcohol content of your kombucha:

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Kombucha Carbonation- 10 Ways to Get More!

Kombucha Carbonation - 10 Ways to Boost Carbonation Infographic

If you have ever had a super fizzy, fresh, home-brewed kombucha, you already know that few things in this world are quite so refreshing!  When you are brewing your own kombucha, the carbonation you end up with is even more satisfying (you made that! With science and stuff!).  Kombucha carbonation can be a tricky animal, but it is certainly one worth taking the time to master.

If you are having trouble carbonating your kombucha, don’t panic!  This is truly a very common issue for new kombucha brewers.  By the time you implement some of the fixes in this article, your only concern will be “burping” your kombucha without creating a fizz volcano!  And don’t worry—we can help with that, too 🙂

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Kombucha SCOBY – What to Do with SCOBYs After Brewing

Kombucha SCOBY

So, you have finally completed your first fermentation and you are wondering what to do with your mother SCOBY and baby SCOBY.  Should you keep both of them?  Can you put them in another container while you prepare another round of tea for fermentation?  Does the material of the container matter? Can you store one away and use the other?   What the heck do you do with them if you want to go on vacation??  Never fear!  We will address all of these concerns and more today!  Trust us—it is a LOT simpler than it might seem right now!  You will feel like a SCOBY master by the end of this article!

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Second Fermentation Kombucha: Bottles & Containers You Can Use

Bottles You Can Use for Second Fermentation Kombucha

So, you studied up, worked hard, and demonstrated the patience required to get your kombucha through the initial fermentation process, and now you realize that you do NOT have the flip-top bottles everyone recommends for second fermentation!  No need to get frustrated or bummed out—there are plenty of solutions that do not involve rushing to the grocery store and buying overpriced bottles that may or may not be suitable!  That’s right—there is also no need to settle with uncarbonated unflavored kombucha for this batch.  While we are sure it would still be delicious, there are plenty of ways you can enjoy the benefits of second fermentation without a hassle!

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How to Make Kombucha at Home

Homemade Kombucha in Jar

Are you in love with kombucha, but not so in love with the hole it can burn in your wallet?  You are in the right place!  This article will teach you how to make your own kombucha at home.  Brewing your own kombucha is surprisingly easy, and this guide will walk you through each step.

If you do not have any ingredients or equipment for brewing your own kombucha, you might want to check out our kombucha brewing kits to ensure you have everything you need!  If you just need a SCOBY and starter tea, we can help you with that too!

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