Your Source for Live Kefir Grains & Kombucha SCOBYs
Water kefir is a sparkling, dairy-free probiotic beverage made using water kefir grains. It’s a delicious, gut-friendly alternative to sugary sodas. In this section, you’ll find everything to brew your own, from basic recipes to flavorful second fermentations.
Water kefir grains are living organisms, not machines. Just like plants outside, they react strongly to changes in temperature and weather. Learn how to adjust your brewing routine for perfect kefir all year round. They Are Alive! (Why Temperature Matters) The most important thing to remember about water kefir grains is that they are a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeasts (a SCOBY). These microorganisms...
Learn how to brew delicious, sparkling water kefir at home. This dairy-free, probiotic soda is easy to make using just sugar water and live kefir grains. Follow our simple guide below. A Naturally Fizzy Probiotic Soda Water kefir (also known as Tibicos, Japanese water crystals, or California bees) is a fermented, effervescent drink made from sugar water. It’s similar to kombucha but ferments much faster...
Whether your water kefir grains have just arrived in the mail, or they have been sitting dormant in the fridge for a while, they need a little extra care to wake up. Stressed or dormant grains won’t ferment quickly right away. Below is the best method to revive Water Kefir grains to ensure a healthy, active culture. Be patient; it may take 2 to 4...
Water kefir is a fantastic, effervescent probiotic beverage. Unlike its dairy cousin, water kefir grains look like semi-transparent crystals and ferment sugar water into a gut-healthy soda alternative. While you can buy fresh grains, dehydrated water kefir grains are a popular choice for shipping and storage. However, they arrive in a dormant, dried state and need to be woken up gently before they can brew...
Water kefir (pronounced keh-FEER) might not be as famous as its dairy cousin, but it shares the same powerful concept. It is an incredibly easy, quick-to-brew fermented beverage teeming with probiotics to support digestive health. Once brewed, the taste is versatile and delicious—even small children enjoy it! Depending on how you prepare it, the flavor ranges from slightly sweet to a crisp, yeasty, earthy taste...
Whether your grains have just arrived in the mail, or they have been dormant in the fridge, they need a little extra care to get started. Follow this guide to ensure a healthy, active culture. 1. The Optimal Grains-to-Water Ratio First, what is the correct balance between grains and liquid? When reviving stressed grains or starting new ones, it is crucial not to overfeed...
