Ultimate *Updated* Guide to Homemade Kombucha (1st and 2nd Fermentation)

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  • Опубликовано: 12 фев 2022
  • VIDEO CHAPTERS
    01:08 - What is kombucha?
    2:12 - What is a SCOBY?
    3:54 - Brewing Kombucha (First Fermentation)
    19:00 - Flavoring & Bottling (Second Fermentation)
    27:00 - Carbonation
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    *Sugar: www.youbrewkombucha.com/sugar
    *What's a SCOBY: www.youbrewkombucha.com/what-...
    *How to find a quality SCOBY: www.youbrewkombucha.com/how-t...
    *How to grow your own SCOBY: www.youbrewkombucha.com/grow-...
    *How to make a SCOBY Hotel: www.youbrewkombucha.com/scoby...
    * Brewing location: www.youbrewkombucha.com/location
    * What to expect during 1st fermentation: www.youbrewkombucha.com/what-...
    *Kombucha pH: www.youbrewkombucha.com/kombu...
    * How to prep fruit flavorings: • How to Prep Homemade K...
    * Bottles & Caps: www.youbrewkombucha.com/choos...
    * Burping? www.youbrewkombucha.com/why-i...
    * Carbonation guide: www.youbrewkombucha.com/carbo...
    * Minimizing Fizzy Messes: www.youbrewkombucha.com/minim...
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Комментарии • 436

  • @bekahpellegrino5143
    @bekahpellegrino5143 Год назад +416

    One trick I learned from alcoholic cider making is that when you bottle it up, also make one a plastic soda bottle. Then you can squeeze it as the days pass and get an idea of how carbonated it is. Once it's unsquishable, you can fridge all the bottles. Absolutely fantastic comprehensive video, thanks!

    • @NickyG_vz
      @NickyG_vz Год назад +9

      Excellent tip, thanks

    • @eduardosastriques4252
      @eduardosastriques4252 Год назад +4

      Fantastic tip. Will apply

    • @lauracyr3945
      @lauracyr3945 Год назад +10

      Oh man!!! I miss making hard cider. I need to get back into that!
      Soda bottle to test for carbonation is what we did too. Works great!

    • @eliasromer3322
      @eliasromer3322 Год назад +4

      Never thought about this. Will definitely try this out!!

    • @leelasaraswat4662
      @leelasaraswat4662 Год назад +1

      I didn't get this.

  • @cquinn2750
    @cquinn2750 Год назад +55

    I've been brewing Kombucha for years and this is by far the best, most comprehensive instructional video I have seen. Thank you from a new subscriber

  • @Stillpoint23
    @Stillpoint23 Год назад +28

    I made kombucha back in the early 1990's, and drank so much of it, I started to have the phenomenal feel of becoming a scoby, in other words kind of weird, gelatinous. So many of us were brewing it at the time, we had an endless supply of it, often drinking it instead of water! But, I'm ready to start brewing it again, but not go overboard in my consumption of it! Great video, your delivery is concrete, and concise while not missing pertinent details. Thanks! Time to get this process started :)

  • @beateadriana
    @beateadriana 2 года назад +103

    So good to see you back!! This is the channel that got me deep into Kombucha brewing. I love just sitting back, sipping on my Cherry Kombucha, while taking notes. :D

    • @KKIcons
      @KKIcons 2 года назад +2

      Wow I made that today.

    • @daleknotts1496
      @daleknotts1496 Год назад +1

      May I add sugar to it?

  • @joshuaweezorak7042
    @joshuaweezorak7042 2 года назад +10

    From my experience for making kombucha for the past 10 years You can make a kombucha just by using a simple non pasteurized store-bought kombucha/jun or a starter.
    However the process is way faster if you have a mother.

  • @AarysGigi
    @AarysGigi 2 года назад +36

    I'm new and just getting into kombucha brewing, glad to have found this newly updated video. Thank you, your wealth of knowledge has been invaluable. I appreciate you for sharing all of your experience.

  • @Stillpoint23
    @Stillpoint23 Год назад +19

    Thank you, btw, for taking the time to make such a comprehensive yet easy to follow tutorial on how to whip up a successful, and tasty batch of kombucha! Love the lighting in your video too, its really quite calming with no distracting color contrasts. Great job!❤

  • @GOINGCRAZYINTHEKITCHEN
    @GOINGCRAZYINTHEKITCHEN Год назад +3

    Thank you so much. I just made my first batch of kombucha. Now second fermentation. I looked for videos on the matter several times, but ended up here more than once.

  • @kb1405
    @kb1405 2 года назад +11

    Everything I know about brewing kombucha I learned from you and your old videos. Still brewing a batch every 2 weeks. Good to see you are back!!

  • @normawong123
    @normawong123 2 года назад +14

    I just finished watching the older videos, just started my first batch of Kombucha so this is awesome to see an updated video, thank you.

  • @shawrys1
    @shawrys1 2 года назад +25

    Great to see the videos back! Very well presented process from start to finish. If you can add the metric equivalent (litres or millilitre) to the videos it will be a little easier for some of us Canadians to follow and not have to look up.

  • @buckethead_death_cube_k
    @buckethead_death_cube_k Год назад +7

    I've probably done 10-15 brews at various levels of success. You present so much valuable information! Thank you.

  • @sjwestmo
    @sjwestmo 2 года назад +4

    I havent seen one of your videos in my feed in awhile but now i’m reminded how enjoyable and informative your videos are! Ive been brewing for years now and 100%agree with all your advice!

  • @omerdonat
    @omerdonat 2 года назад

    Great to see you back!!! Love your videos...

  • @Sjtabor2000
    @Sjtabor2000 2 года назад +12

    Great Job! Enjoy the improvements in your process. You are my favorite Kombucha channel. I love your log book.
    Nice to keep notes all in one place. Always learning something new.

  • @apachewind76
    @apachewind76 Год назад +1

    Thank you for all the hard work you put into these. Especially the links on the bottom.

  • @lemonystarling1359
    @lemonystarling1359 2 года назад +3

    I always love your videos. I just started some kombucha a few weeks ago by growing my own scoby from a bottle of raw GTs and I’m second fermenting now. Can’t wait! I’ve been making it every year for the last 4 years.

  • @christinecasal5522
    @christinecasal5522 2 года назад

    So happy to have found your channel. Learning a lot. Thank you for sharing.

  • @firstklasshealthandwellnes1077
    @firstklasshealthandwellnes1077 Год назад +1

    I am telling you what, I have had all these same questions and you answered them all in just this one video! Perfectly said and completely understand! Thank you so much it's been great!

  • @pirilu2371
    @pirilu2371 2 года назад

    Thanks soo much for updating and sharing your knowledge. Much appreciated.

  • @cindyapps8072
    @cindyapps8072 Год назад

    You are a wonderful teacher and so nice to listen to. Thank you for the helpful tips.

  • @emmyjoyful1
    @emmyjoyful1 2 года назад

    Thank you!! Excellent presentation. Lots of info that is useful and accessible and so friendly in presentation.

  • @debleunen6247
    @debleunen6247 9 месяцев назад

    Your videos have been the most helpful. Thank you! I purchased your logbook, successfully started my own SCOBY, and have my second brew in the works.

  • @jacquelines3685
    @jacquelines3685 2 года назад +4

    Binged watched all your videos ❤️ so nice to see you uploaded a New video today!
    I love how you just poured the Strawberry into the New Batch of Kombucha to ferment. I never burp my bottles either & have never had any real problems. I love Fizzy, bubbly Kombucha 😋

  • @ginal2643
    @ginal2643 2 года назад +15

    Yes! So glad to see you. You are THE ONE who I found to be the best presenter. So clear, to the point, accessible. You cover everything and it's all relevant info presented with zero pretension. And I've been successful ever since. Thank you!

  • @Freesingskills19
    @Freesingskills19 Год назад

    this made making kombucha very doable. i was reluctant after watching other videos b/c they made it much more complicated, but your instruction was thorough and informative. very impressive-- youre a great teacher.

  • @susanheidemann790
    @susanheidemann790 Год назад +6

    You are an amazing woman👏
    I have learned so much from you and just completed brewing up my first batch of strawberry kombucha. It turned out fabulous🎉

  • @lauraeasthope6516
    @lauraeasthope6516 Год назад

    Thank you so much, first time brewer here - thrilled today to start the bottling process and having a taste it is fizzy already and tastes delicious. Your info is invaluable.

  • @pv3348
    @pv3348 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much, I had watching your old video before, but welcome back, thanks again.

  • @ashleyr6557
    @ashleyr6557 Год назад

    I'm brand new to kombucha brewing and your videos have been so incredibly helpful! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. It's much appreciated!

  • @schites10
    @schites10 2 месяца назад

    This video is so well made and full of easy to follow information. Thanks!

  • @whatever35636
    @whatever35636 Год назад +3

    This is a great video. I needed a refresher. I usually add ground ginger to the fruit and it adds just enough fizz.

  • @onionsyes
    @onionsyes 2 года назад +6

    Tea bags for the win!

  • @wingnut4200
    @wingnut4200 Год назад +1

    Excellent vid. It is obvious you put a lot of time and care to be complete and not skipping steps. I am new to this brew but not to brewing as I am an ex craft beer brewer. I am going to get started thanks to your vids!

  • @LauxWilson
    @LauxWilson 2 года назад

    Soo happy you are back!! Grabbing my log now!!

  • @loki_tha_god
    @loki_tha_god 2 года назад +47

    Your videos have been incredibly helpful in my journey. Personally, I have found 14 day F1 to be about right with 3/4c sugar. It's also convenience since i can alternate two 1G batches and bottle weekly. Another observations is that it took my amazon SCOBY 3-4 batches before it produced good fizz, so be patient if you are just starting.

    • @Jetsetfastfood
      @Jetsetfastfood Год назад

      May your JOURNEY be sacred..

    • @andrewrudge5652
      @andrewrudge5652 Год назад

      Interesting comment about the carbonation. My first batch was slow to start but did grow a new scoby in the end, it was a good 4 days before it even started to form. The resulting kombucha was fairly flat even after bottling for a few days. My second batch formed a new scoby after 48hrs and is far more lively, i'm hoping it will render better carbonation when bottled .

    • @abdulazuzadel4768
      @abdulazuzadel4768 7 месяцев назад +3

      your comment helped me understand why there is no carbonation in my brew 🙄

    • @user-hv3vz2kb2z
      @user-hv3vz2kb2z 5 месяцев назад

      I just made a stronger starter from a bottle of store bought kombucha. I made a tea concentrate and added ice water to cool it down. I’m worried how about it being too cool. Will I ruin it or just just ferment slower?

    • @loki_tha_god
      @loki_tha_god 5 месяцев назад

      @@user-hv3vz2kb2zcold will stop fermentation, but will not harm the batch at all. once it reaches optimal temperature it will continue fermentation, as long as there is food for it to consume. This is why my sourdough starter will live in the refrigerator for months without any problems at all.

  • @wednesday9382
    @wednesday9382 Год назад +4

    Thank you!!! I just finished my first batch and am drinking my brew. It is delicious. I really appreciate your clear instructions and discussions of pitfalls, etc.

  • @howiewill
    @howiewill 6 месяцев назад

    What an abundance of good information! I haven’t even started my first batch yet and I’m hooked!

  • @dlevy9925
    @dlevy9925 Год назад

    Learned of you from a friend who gave me my 1st SCOBY. This updated video is a great all-in-one guide, thanks!

  • @jennymontague851
    @jennymontague851 Год назад

    Good update to refresh my mind on some things I could do to better my brew and also some and new methods creating flavors. Thanks.

  • @michelleadams5451
    @michelleadams5451 2 года назад

    Love your videos, I am a beginner and enjoy and love it! Very informative. 😍

  • @joanneham5469
    @joanneham5469 2 года назад

    Wow so much info! Thank you so much! 💓

  • @JolynJessica
    @JolynJessica Год назад

    glad to have found your channel. been reading and watching lots of vids on kombucha. but none covered every sspekt ad informative as this video. ❤

  • @jacobdarling1524
    @jacobdarling1524 Год назад +10

    I use beer bottles for mine and they work great. No worries about over carbonation or explosions.

    • @maryjostrain5440
      @maryjostrain5440 Год назад +2

      What caps/tops do you use?

    • @maryjostrain5440
      @maryjostrain5440 Год назад +1

      @jacob darling what caps/tops do you use?

    • @firestone23
      @firestone23 5 месяцев назад

      I'm no expert, but my dad had a simple device that secured metal caps to beer bottles.

  • @smiddleton290
    @smiddleton290 Год назад

    Superb video .... very precise and detailed. Your pacing / wording is excellent. Looking for the bottle caps that expand with 2nd fermentation and not having any luck. Wow! one of the best youtubes I have watched.

  • @aine2549
    @aine2549 Год назад +1

    This was so informative. Thank-you so much! ☺️💙

  • @user-uw4nb1js8r
    @user-uw4nb1js8r 2 года назад +8

    I went through all of your videos! Love the way you talk and share, and I personally think you share the best information! This is my third time watching this specific video because this is the 'essential guide' above all with condensed info, each sentence is valuable; one time before start brewing (to learn), second watch after my first brew and third watch after >2nd batch - every time I watch, I learn something again. haha. Also bought your logbook from Amazon. Thanks, Angelica!

    • @gracecotton9819
      @gracecotton9819 Год назад

      I have done the same as you; a wealth of information, and I pick up more each time I view.

  • @insurroundsound
    @insurroundsound 2 года назад

    Yay! Looking forward to the update....perfectly timed....thanks!

  • @26Marlow
    @26Marlow 2 года назад

    Great-informative video! I'm so glad you did another updated video on kombucha. You are def my top channel for kombucha! You actually really got me into making kombucha. Thanks for all the info! 👍 Nice haircut too! 😊

  • @Conservativecritic
    @Conservativecritic 7 месяцев назад +1

    Google helps but videos like these are really great. Every question I had was answered and I was able to brew and bottle my first ever kambucba. Thanks so much for your guidance ❤

  • @mah4i
    @mah4i 2 года назад

    glad to see to see you back, although it's almost 5 days that i know your channel, you made me interested in kombucha brewing, nice too see an update to whole subject in one video, my Scoby has not arrived but i'm watching every single video :D

  • @Gitmo314
    @Gitmo314 2 года назад

    Thanks for the ultimate/updated version, i'm just getting started myself.

  • @whitneyjohnson7845
    @whitneyjohnson7845 2 года назад

    You are so helpful! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience. I am just getting started in the world of Kombucha and found this video to be such a gem.

  • @moniquehenderson156
    @moniquehenderson156 2 года назад +1

    From Sydney Australia. I learned Kombucha from you, girl!! Great to see you back on YT. Welcome back! Your tips and instructions are always easy to understand and follow. P.S love your Tepache video as well.

  • @bobbiewilliams3109
    @bobbiewilliams3109 2 года назад +6

    So glad to see an updated video for both process’s combined into one video. Thank you! So glad to see you again! We bought the CBD oil you reviewed and recommended and impressed with the quality of the oil.

  • @ep081598
    @ep081598 Год назад

    Wonderful video! Thank you for sharing!

  • @samrankaeonangrong3136
    @samrankaeonangrong3136 Год назад

    I love your video. So much knowledge. Keep up❤

  • @treezza2817
    @treezza2817 Год назад

    Outstanding tutorial! Thank you!

  • @1960genius
    @1960genius 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for this video! You inspired me to start making my own several years ago! Cheers ☺

  • @louiseskirving2245
    @louiseskirving2245 9 месяцев назад +2

    so helpful. many thanks!

  • @commonlaw5400
    @commonlaw5400 2 года назад +1

    Excellent presentation. Thank you.

  • @Rop3nop3
    @Rop3nop3 2 года назад

    Starting my first batch today! So excited

  • @jennymontague851
    @jennymontague851 Год назад +35

    Be careful if you decide to use Pinapple. It tastes wonderful, but it can fizz up like crazy, refrigerate bottles first and then take the lid off slowly and carefully.

    • @christinafelton48
      @christinafelton48 Год назад +1

      I’m going to do the second fermentation tonight with pineapple. So thank you for the suggestion!!!
      How much sugar did you add to your pineapple purée?

    • @theunclefungus
      @theunclefungus Год назад

      Agreed! I used to make a pineapple flavor for my mom, and those bottles were always the most explosive. 😅

    • @annalandis8262
      @annalandis8262 10 месяцев назад +1

      Oh good to know. I just used pineapple 🍍

    • @Greatness-dd6pi
      @Greatness-dd6pi 9 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks. I also prefer pineapple bcoz it heals body inflammation. It acts as a pain killer.

  • @georgialandau9843
    @georgialandau9843 2 года назад

    Your book is terrific! Very helpful.

  • @erinstearns2394
    @erinstearns2394 2 года назад

    this video is super informative thank you!

  • @sandramedeiros5242
    @sandramedeiros5242 Месяц назад

    I have been watching all of your videos and am awaiting my second fermentation of my very first batch. 🤞🍀I hope it turns out good, I can't wait to try it. Thanks for your help!

  • @rene8741
    @rene8741 4 месяца назад

    Thank you so much for your knowledge. I was nervous to start since a friend gave me some, but you made it clear to me.

  • @LibertarianFacts
    @LibertarianFacts Год назад +1

    Best video I've seen on kombucha. Thank you very much.

  • @papastummyfuzz9281
    @papastummyfuzz9281 6 месяцев назад

    Watching this as I make my first ever batch! Thank you! ❤

  • @lowrangeinnovascotia2930
    @lowrangeinnovascotia2930 2 года назад

    Excellent video, as one who makes beer, wine and spirits, I can appreciate your dialog on fermenting.
    👍🏻👍🏻

  • @MyTube4Utoo
    @MyTube4Utoo Год назад

    A very thorough video. Thank you.

  • @SeareanMoon
    @SeareanMoon 2 года назад +2

    thanks for the updated one, I am just brewing a new batch so thanks for the tips!

  • @endoukenji
    @endoukenji 2 года назад

    Glad to have you back, been missing ya :)

  • @michaelougarezos8963
    @michaelougarezos8963 Год назад

    i love your work, thank you 🥰

  • @torstenschidlowski1482
    @torstenschidlowski1482 Год назад

    Phenomenal video. Thank you very much

  • @sisonsiblings3282
    @sisonsiblings3282 2 года назад

    I always follow your brewing I’m enjoying it

  • @mojiemy
    @mojiemy Год назад

    Thanks for this great video!

  • @juliaherni5357
    @juliaherni5357 Год назад

    Super super helpful, lots of information that helps me decide whether my kombucha is going strong and when it is ready :) Thanks

  • @QualiaCycle
    @QualiaCycle Год назад

    I can wait to start my experience with making Kombucha. You are an excellent teacher. Thank you!

  • @user-ks7rl5ne6q
    @user-ks7rl5ne6q 11 месяцев назад

    this is the most comprehensive guide to making kombucha i have seen on here. Thank you

  • @2700Kenny
    @2700Kenny Год назад

    So thorough thank you so much 😊

  • @RT3Creations-Learn
    @RT3Creations-Learn 3 месяца назад

    Great video. Thank you so much for your efforts. Your videos have helped me make my own kombucha and helped me make videos on my channel. Thanks again for opening my eyes to this process

  • @brainrussell6811
    @brainrussell6811 2 года назад

    Great videos... thanks so much for the info... me and several friends are getting heavy into this.

  • @diadarling7
    @diadarling7 Год назад +11

    I use a heating pad on low to wrap my brew, even bottles to second brew when house is too cold, which is quite often through the seasons.

    • @sandramedeiros5242
      @sandramedeiros5242 Месяц назад

      I keep my home very cold in the summer so I decided to do the same thing 😆

    • @michaelatillinghast4648
      @michaelatillinghast4648 Месяц назад

      A seed starting heating pad would probably work if you have one around!

  • @ThomasChaote
    @ThomasChaote 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for all your open sharing of the kombucha makinh process. :) ❤❤❤

  • @cristakampert8740
    @cristakampert8740 Год назад

    I really love your tip of using the french press. I do have one and it will be sooo much easier for me than the other ways I have seen people do it!!!!

  • @TheLittlmystri
    @TheLittlmystri 10 месяцев назад

    One of the most interesting videos I’ve watched on RUclips.
    Finally a video that shows me how to make a really good kombucha. I’m tired of spending money on it from the store.

  • @forgetfulfarmer1759
    @forgetfulfarmer1759 2 года назад

    I keep coming back here as a reference. Thanks!

  • @bluemagi1656
    @bluemagi1656 Год назад

    Wonderful ideas. I've been dreading to make kombucha as I spill everywhere trying to strain the leaves. The much easiness of french press + concentrated tea technique renewed my interest to make my kombucha again. Thanks!

  • @carmenpaulson5145
    @carmenpaulson5145 2 года назад

    Thank you for this tutorial.

  • @cindonagor1495
    @cindonagor1495 10 месяцев назад +1

    Greetings from Malaysia.. thank you for your recipe 😊

  • @tanyand
    @tanyand Год назад

    ... since the last time we checked on the second brew... YOU got a Hair Cut!. Looks great! Thanks for the lessons!

  • @danieleshannonvalois3158
    @danieleshannonvalois3158 Год назад

    Such a good video!!!

  • @Azmina_the_warlock
    @Azmina_the_warlock Год назад +1

    Just got your logbook yesterday. I got a kombucha makers beginner kit as a gift so i figured it was a good springboard to get started. i'm so excited. I love booch but my wallet certainly doesn't LOL thank you for making this process so approachable and easy to understand. and the logbook is brilliant!

  • @monayaseen4428
    @monayaseen4428 2 года назад +1

    Yes welcome back 🌹

  • @wilek9632
    @wilek9632 2 года назад

    I have a pretty good idea hiw to make kombucha, but watching your videos cleared up a lot of guesswork, I truly appreciate your videos, you are very informative
    Will

  • @castaspell7
    @castaspell7 Год назад +1

    Thank you so much h for all the wisdom and knowledge you share here ! I am going back to brew my own kombucha again and I forgot about how too ..... I am sick and tiered of buying it , only when it is on BoGo .for some reason, I saved all the big bottles 48 Oz. And now why and i just set up yesterday my new batch .And the best for last : I ordered you book !!! Thank you for writing it ! So exited to have it in 2 days 💗 my son lives in Gran Canaria, Spain , and I told him about you and your fantastic videos . Now he and his husband are hooked on you too 🤗

  • @chileheadcraig
    @chileheadcraig Год назад +2

    On about my 3rd batch and now that I've gotten some basics down, I wanted to watch again to see what I may have missed. Glad I did! My tea brew looks a little weak and I'm not doing 2nd ferment long enough. Time to tweak, thanks!

  • @jaluban
    @jaluban 2 года назад +6

    Great to see an updated video! One of the things I loved about your other videos is that you showed a list on the screen of the amounts of each ingredient. I would often freeze the screen there in order to remember well I made my brew. Any possibility of adding those into this video?

    • @Choppini
      @Choppini Год назад

      @jaluban : o.O -> make a screenprint and save it, or at least write it down...like a recipe???

    • @Choppini
      @Choppini Год назад

      Absolutely professional video, precise and with all needed information, without unnecessary music, show, or constant giggle. New subscriber here.

  • @user-rs5lt8jp7c
    @user-rs5lt8jp7c 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you very much for this video.