Bring 1 gallon of water to a boil, then remove it from heat. Add the sugar and tea bags, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

Let the sweet tea cool to room temperature.

Once cooled, pour the tea into a clean glass jar. Add the starter tea and gently place the SCOBY on top.

Cover the jar with a coffee filter or cheesecloth and secure with a rubber band.

Place the jar in a warm, dark place (around 70-85°F) for 7 to 14 days.

Taste it after a week to check the flavor.

Once it reaches your desired taste, remove the SCOBY and set it aside for your next batch.

Use a funnel to pour the kombucha into bottles.

If you want a fizzy drink, add fruit or flavorings to the bottles and seal tightly. Let them ferment for an additional 3 to 7 days.

After bottling, refrigerate the kombucha to stop the fermentation process.