Reed's Inc. · 8 ml
Reed's Culture Club Kombucha
What it is
Culture Club Kombucha is a fermented tea beverage. It is made by combining tea, sugar, and a SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast). This mixture undergoes fermentation, which creates a slightly effervescent drink with a tangy flavor. The fermentation process also produces organic acids and other compounds. This particular offering comes in a concentrated form, designed to be diluted before consumption. It is a non-alcoholic beverage, though some fermentation processes can produce trace amounts of alcohol.
How people cook with it
This concentrated kombucha starter is ideal for home brewing. It allows you to create your own batches of kombucha with ease.
- Home brewing kombucha
- Creating fermented beverages
- Flavoring drinks
- Making kombucha starter cultures
To use this kombucha starter, you will need to combine it with sweetened tea. Brew a large batch of black or green tea, and dissolve sugar into it while it is still hot. Allow the sweetened tea to cool to room temperature before adding the Culture Club Kombucha. Cover the mixture with a breathable cloth, like cheesecloth, and secure it with a rubber band. Let it ferment in a warm, dark place for one to three weeks. During this time, a new SCOBY will form. Once fermented to your liking, you can bottle it, add flavorings, and refrigerate.
How it differs from similar foods
This is a concentrated starter culture, meaning it's designed to initiate fermentation for a larger batch of kombucha. Unlike pre-bottled, ready-to-drink kombucha, this product requires a full fermentation process at home. It provides the essential microbial culture needed to begin the transformation of sweet tea into kombucha.
Who it is for
Home brewers and DIY beverage enthusiasts may use this product to create their own fermented drinks.
How to keep the rest
Store the Culture Club Kombucha in a cool, dark place, such as a pantry or refrigerator. Ensure the container is tightly sealed to maintain the viability of the culture. It is best to use it within the recommended timeframe for optimal fermentation results.