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The Heat is On – Optimizing Fermentation in High Temperatures
Summertime! The days are long, the sun is warm, and vacations are in full swing. We’re all about soaking up the sunshine and enjoying delicious treats – but what about our beloved fermentation projects? This post guides you through the…
Fermentation vs. Pickling: A Simple Guide
Both fermentation and pickling turn fresh foods into long-lasting, tasty treats, but they do it in different ways. Let’s break it down! What is Fermentation? Fermentation is a natural metabolic process where bacteria and yeast convert sugars and starches into…
Spring is here and so are fresh veggies!
Spring is a season of renewal, bringing an abundance of fresh, vibrant vegetables. Get ready to celebrate the season by fermenting some delicious vegetables! Not only will you save money and enjoy them longer, but fermentation also boosts their health…
Sugar and Fermentation: A Necessary Partnership
Sugar is an essential ingredient for most fermentation processes. While it might be tempting to avoid it altogether, sugar plays a critical role in converting sugars into the desired products. Fueling Flavor and Fizz: Take alcoholic beverages like beer, wine,…
Kefir grains – does size matter?
Though the size of kefir grains isn’t the main thing driving fermentation, when things go wrong, we often wonder if their size might be a factor causing issues. Let’s take a simple look at whether the size of these grains…
A guide to selecting the right tea for kombucha fermentation
Brewing kombucha involves more than a simple mix of tea and sugar. Selecting the appropriate tea for brewing kombucha is a critical and crucial decision in the fermentation process. Neglecting this step is not an option, as it plays a…
Simple spelt sourdough bread recipe
Sourdough bread has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique flavour and potential health benefits. Contrary to its name, sourdough is not always sour but can exhibit a mild tanginess depending on the care given to the starter…
Thriving After Vacation: Reactivating Kefir, Kombucha, and Sourdough
You are back from your vacation and your cultures have been waiting patiently for you to start fermenting again. If you followed our tips on how to make sure your milk kefir grains, water kefir grains, kombucha and sourdough starter…
How to clean with kombucha?
Discover the benefits of cleaning with kombucha. Learn how its high acidity and natural ingredients make it an effective and eco-friendly alternative to commercial cleaning products. Find out the best essential oils to add for extra scent and cleaning power.…
WINTER FERMENTATION OF KOMBUCHA
Fermenting kombucha in the winter can present some challenges because the lower temperatures can affect the fermentation process. How does this change our kombucha fermenting and what can we do about it? Low temperatures in the environment can slow down…
I left my kefir grains in the fridge …
It happens to all of us, leaving grains in the fridge for a short or long period of time, then not knowing if the grains can be used for fermentation or not. Most common reason is going on vacation or…
How to properly care for water kefir grains
Activation – Revitalisation – Boosting – A proper way to care for water kefir grains. Regular fermentation with quality ingredients is very important to keep your water kefir grains active and healthy. But even when doing everything right some issues…