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One dehydrated kombucha SCOBY and five pH strips. See how to get started.
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A LITTLE PATIENCE. A LOT TO EXPLORE.
Your SCOBY arrives dehydrated. Activation takes at least 30 days before making regular batches. Follow the product guide and use the included pH strips.
You'll need water, sugar, tea, distilled white vinegar, a quart glass jar, thermometer and a breathable cover.
Prepare sweet tea, cool it, and add the vinegar and dehydrated SCOBY. Cover and follow the guide's temperature and timing instructions.
Once activated, follow the guide for batch ratios. Keep your SCOBY and enough starter tea for the next batch.
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One dehydrated kombucha starter culture (SCOBY) and five pH strips.
The included SCOBY is dehydrated and must be activated before regular brewing. The current guide says to culture it for at least 30 days and check pH. Follow the kombucha instructions.
Water free of chlorine and fluoride, sugar, tea, distilled white vinegar, a quart glass jar, thermometer, coffee filter or tight-weave cloth, rubber band, plastic mesh strainer and measuring cups.
Organic sugar, organic black tea and dehydrated live cultures. Manufactured in a facility that also processes products containing soy and dairy. The product listing states gluten-free and vegan. Check the package for the latest information.
Refrigerate the dehydrated starter until activation and use by the date on the bag. Freezer storage is not recommended.
Once activated, follow the guide and retain your SCOBY and enough starter tea for the next batch.
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