Kombucha Brewing Fundamentals

Learn to brew your own kombucha in this hands-on introduction to fermented tea. From preparing your first batch to experimenting with seasonal flavors, you'll explore the techniques behind making this refreshing, naturally fermented beverage at home.

You'll learn how tea, sugar, and a SCOBY work together during fermentation, how to recognize when your kombucha is ready, and how to maintain a healthy culture. Along the way, you'll taste finished ferments, explore the differences between kombucha and jun (a honey-based variation), and experiment with herbs, fruit, and botanicals to create your own flavored kombucha.

In This Workshop You'll:

• Learn the fundamentals of brewing kombucha, from preparing sweet tea to fermentation
• Understand how a SCOBY works and how to recognize a healthy, ready-to-drink ferment
• Taste finished ferments and explore the differences between kombucha and jun
• Experiment with seasonal fruits, herbs, and botanicals to create custom flavors
• Learn batch and bottle flavoring techniques, including bottling for carbonation
• Discover how to maintain your SCOBY and continue brewing safely at home

You'll Take Home:
Your own bottles of flavored kombucha, a SCOBY, starter liquid, and instructions for continuing to brew at home.

Prerequisites:
No prior fermentation experience required. This workshop is appropriate for complete beginners.

Supplies:
All ingredients, equipment, and materials are provided.

Class Cost: $150