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Homemade Kombucha

A refreshing fizzy drink packed with probiotics, perfect for customizing with various flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 days
Total Time 7 days 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Fermented
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4-6 cups water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4-6 bags black tea or green tea
  • 2 cups starter tea from previous batch or store-bought kombucha
  • 1 SCOBY Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast

Equipment

  • 1-gallon glass jar
  • Tea kettle
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cheesecloth or coffee filter
  • Rubber band or string
  • Bottles for storing kombucha

Method
 

  1. Start by boiling about 4 cups of water in a kettle.
  2. Once boiling, remove the kettle from heat and add the tea bags. Let it steep for about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Stir in the sugar while the tea is still warm until fully dissolved.
  4. Pour in the remaining water to cool the mixture to room temperature.
  5. Once cooled, add the starter tea to the mixture.
  6. Gently place the SCOBY into the jar with the liquid.
  7. Cover the jar with cheesecloth secured with a rubber band.
  8. Place the jar in a warm, dark spot to ferment for 7-14 days.
  9. After a week, taste your kombucha and if it’s to your liking, it’s time to bottle it.

Notes

Serve chilled as a refreshing drink or mix with fresh fruit juices for a fun twist.