Lucy Payton 
Kombucha is a delicious and refreshing drink that has many health benefits. It is made by fermenting tea and sugar with a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY).
Kombucha is rich in probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that help improve gut health. Probiotics are important for overall health, as they help improve digestion and absorption of nutrients, boost immune function, and protect against harmful bacteria. Kombucha is also a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect against cell damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer. Additionally, kombucha contains vitamins B1, B6, and C, as well as minerals such as iron and magnesium.
WHAT IS whole foods hard kombucha
Hard kombucha is a type of fermented tea that has been around for centuries. It’s made by combining tea, sugar, and a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY). The bacteria and yeast work together to ferment the sugars in the tea, which creates carbonation and alcohol.
Hard kombucha is typically more alcoholic than regular kombucha, as it contains more sugar. It’s also often less sweet and more tart than regular kombucha.
How is hard kombucha made
Hard kombucha is made by combining tea, sugar, and a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY). The SCOBY ferments the sugars in the tea, which creates carbonation and alcohol. Hard kombucha is typically more alcoholic than regular kombucha, as it contains more sugar. It’s also often less sweet and more tart than regular kombucha.
What are the benefits of hard kombucha
Hard kombucha is a good source of probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that help improve gut health. Probiotics are important for overall health, as they help improve digestion and absorption of nutrients, boost immune function, and protect against harmful bacteria. Hard kombucha is also a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect against cell damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer. Additionally, hard kombucha contains vitamins B1, B6, and C, as well as minerals such as iron and magnesium.
How do I drink hard kombucha
Hard kombucha can be enjoyed on its own or mixed with other beverages. It’s typically served chilled or over ice. If you’re looking to reduce the alcohol content, you can mix hard kombucha with regular kombucha or sparkling water.
How to make hard kombucha
To make hard kombucha, you’ll need:
-1 SCOBY
-1 cup of sugar
-6 tea bags
-4 cups of water
-2 tablespoons of starter kombucha (optional)
Instructions:
1. Boil 4 cups of water and steep the tea bags for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and add the sugar, stirring until it’s dissolved.
2. Let the tea cool to room temperature, then add the SCOBY and starter kombucha (if using).
3. Cover the jar with a cloth or coffee filter and secure with a rubber band.
4. Ferment for 7-14 days, depending on your desired level of carbonation and alcohol.
5. After fermentation, remove the SCOBY and starter kombucha (if using). Bottle the kombucha and store in the fridge for up to 2 months.
Enjoy your delicious hard kombucha!
