How to Prep Herbs, Spices and Flowers for Homemade Kombucha

[@robertolazartejr1750]

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[@YouBrewKombucha]

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[@petradavis4251]

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[@createthiscom]

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[@LoqmanBiz]

I do pineapple+turmeric+lemongrass kombucha the result is absolutely awesome!

[@Selena8461]

Omg that sounds like the perfect combination. Was the turmeric and lemongrass fresh?

[@petradavis4251]

😮 that sounds so delicious.😊❤

[@pinghc]

We love using dry or fresh lemongrass which tastes like rose and ginger is yummmmm with any fruit.

[@lesliemelby7633]

7:23 I made a simple syrup with my favorite floral herbal tea , Fireberry from Natural Grocer. It turned out amazing

[@abbyfromearth2486]

I’ve only ever tried fresh ginger to add spice. Never though of using flowers!! So nice!

[@smariamw]

I love roselle flower (made into simple syrup too), it gives a berry-like taste. Turmeric+tamarind (blend into paste) is also my favourite.

[@AdrianMark]

These are really, really comprehensive videos. Thank you so much. I feel like this is a kombucha university course.

[@shellydyer7900]

I never made a simple syrup to add in my kombucha before yet I have used tea bags emptied the dry tea as long as it does not have any caffeine in it. That was a simple way to do some flavoring and then on top of that I added something sweet pomegranate or grape juice or cherry

[@ianflowforever]

For those who want a floral and herby brew Raspberry Lemonbalm Rosehip is a recipe Ive been doing and it has a delightful floral flavor. I tend to use dried herbs. But I brew it as an herbal tea.

[@ianflowforever]

Ive used dried basil for making strawberry basil kombucha, like I said basil as herbal tea, and it produced a decent flavor

[@CookieCreamOreo]

How do you make the tea? Do you reduce it to make a concentrate?

[@meganbudgets8037]

I am just starting my second fermentation on my first batch of kombucha. When I looked for info I found you and I love it ❤️ now I'm binging all your videos

[@CookieCreamOreo]

Me too. I learned about the benefits of fermented food and drinks, and I just started making kambucha. I bought the scoby with the tea but didn’t know much about what to do. Her videos helped me so much. I just did my second ferment on my first batch after watching many videos. When you don’t have someone to teach you, it’s great to find someone in KZbin that can be like that friend that teaches you the way. I appreciate her videos very much!

[@kathleenschlecht3371]

I’m trying ROOBIOS ROOTBEER, I got on Amazon. Didn’t think to make it a Syrup. I’m currently soaking the herbal R R in the Refrigerator-as a cold brew concentrate. I’ve then added some to the second ferment with added sugar. I like the ‘idea of trying to make it as a R R syrup by heated infusion. Bottle it to have on hand for flavoring. And then when I want R R put it in a swing top bottle it for the fizziness. ♥️💗♥️ Katy

[@Verisimilitude_]

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[@anandyallappa3704]

Tks a lot for this very dynamic demonstration of flavoring. Was just wondering if you pour the hot syrup directly to the second fermentation whether it will not hurt the yeast for the carbonation . Tks Anand fron Mauritius

[@batcird]

Great video! I've been wanting to try adding root beer flavor to my secondary fermentation, so lots of barks and spices, and this is so helpful. Thank you! Love your style, very approachable and subjective but also specific, knowledgeable, and detailed.

[@Rudamenda1]

I love using crushed juniper, goes nicely with rosemary. Gives a sort of gin flavor.

[@zinabozzay5396]

I’ve been grinding whole cardamom and adding it directly to the bottle for second fermentation, along with a spoon of honey. I love the strong flavor I get. Is the advantage of making a simple syrup that it brings out more flavor, so you need to use less spice?

[@Diana-Trans2Scribe]

Thank you so much for this very comprehensive video. Many content creators blabber and blabber. But I love it that you’re always straight to the point and you always have useful info. You’re my first “go to” for all fermentation kambucha questions.

[@sh-nd4cs]

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[@kathygreeson6001]

Love your channel!! Thank you for the great tips!

[@OfficailSamMarieZie]

I'm so excited for my first batch. I'm definitely going to try toasting spices before making the syrup to add depth to the flavors

[@eleanoraddy4683]

Super excited to be ordering your book tomorrow!

[@wanyeng]

Thanks for your tips. Have been following your methods and works well for me Now I will try with fresh herbs, lots of tulasi and Thai basil.

[@luciasignorini7397]

Interesting... I like mint, especially with mango and lemon... but the least I like is basil. I can't taste the rosemary... but I'm dying to try the lavender

[@luciasignorini7397]

I love the rose water, with berries

[@luciasignorini7397]

and elderflower

[@Drewjober]

I was dating someone who is the perfect level of sweetness and she got me started making kombucha, flavor honey cinnamon, clove and it’s great!

[@czapnation]

I love your style - it's simple, not overthought and all about adding what you like! Also, thanks for not shoving health benefit after health benefit down my throat. I honestly just love that "BOOCH life! You keep it fun. SUBBED.

[@kellyhelgetana5681]

So many ideas for flavors

[@ianflowforever]

I have the same issue with mint. I tried a cucumber mint a while back, and I kept nervously checking it for mold due to the green tint the ingredients lent to the pellicle For some reason it was carbonated to an ungodly level. One of the few brews to really spray about when went to bottle, and later taste. A part of it was that the harvested mint had already flowered, forget the term but that alters the leave's flavor apparently But still 😔

[@robinmoon23]

Really helpful thank you. Looked for book, but as in UK not available without paying heavily for postage sadly. Just at beginning of my Kombucha brewing journey and currently unsure if the locally produced unpasteurised lovely tasting brew that I’ve brought is helping my digestive issues - or not, due to side effects (hoping that it’s helping sort it, rather than upset)

[@horriblejungler8373]

#1 source for kombucha brewing right here

[@karara5532]

For some reason I find that the kombucha is less potent after second fermentation than after 1st, even when using strong flavors or not much flavoring just sugar

[@tjreed967]

Do you put simple syrup in the refrigerator?

[@goddess131]

is there a way I can test what the sugar content is of my Kombucha after the 2nd ferment?

[@coffeebeforemascara]

I love the idea of a margarita flavor kombucha!

[@GoodChuteX2]

I'm inspired to make one with Rose water and another with Orange Blossom water🎉

[@stk206]

what if, just what if, i add flavoured soju to my 2nd fermentation? will the alcohol hamper the fermentation and carbonation?

[@folinet1]

Once a new scoby is formed, can I take it out for another brew while the kombucha continues to ferment?

[@howiewill]

Several months ago I bought a canister of dried lavender flowers with no clue why other than o like lavender smelled products. It’s been sitting in my pantry since. I also planted rosemary last summer and have since learned to start fermenting my foods. Now I know why o both them both. Thank you! Oh, quick question… do you 2nd ferment with the rosemary by itself? With fruit which one? I know it’s in another video but I cannot remember. It’s my first successful batch of kombucha being bottled today.

[@goosiechild]

i remember that video. it was rosemary and orange.

[@howiewill]

@@goosiechild that it! Thank you !

[@goosiechild]

@@howiewill sure thing. happy booching!

[@angielemke9149]

How long do these simple syrups keep? I assume, keep them in the fridge?

[@YouBrewKombucha]

About a month!

[@mariep4018]

Very helpful Thanks!

[@garyash4823]

could you explain how i can use ELDERFLOWER LOOSE TEA to make kombucha ie can i add a steeped elderflower tea in the 1st fermentation or add as a flavor to the 2nd

[@VeronicaMindBodySoul]

Dried cinnamon sticks, lemon Verbena & Hibiscus is delicious.

[@ChristopherBailes]

People keep saying not to use GT original unpasteurized kombutch to start a homemade scoby. Its this true? Thoughts?

[@guy.incognito]

Strange - fresh mint works really good for me. Tastes exactly the way you would expect it to taste.

[@physicaltech12]

I agree. I have used spearmint fresh directly to the 2nd ferment bottle and the result is very fresh and refreshing. I also pair mint with ginger, tastes great.

[@allyoukneadisbread7908]

It works for me too! Kombujitos are my favorite 😋😋😋

[@kutenikk6083]

I enjoy one fresh mint leaf with strawberries or cantaloupe per 16oz bottle

[@ey5644]

love your videos!!

[@janab9815]

Can you use syrups made with white sugar in JUN second fermentations?

[@Ottobnej]

Specifics to use fresh basil in 2nd ferment?

[@lisas7516]

I assume we left the simple syrup cool. How long will it last in the fridge?

[@YouBrewKombucha]

About a month!

[@pamela7553]

Can organic rosehip tea bags/ tea leaves to make kombucha?

[@GoodChuteX2]

Hi. Great vids. Add your freshly extracted mint to your brew right before you drink it as opposed to letting it ferment with your brew. Happy gut microbiome to ya✌🏼

[@physicaltech12]

So bad you have not had good results w mint. I have had great results with spearmint directly into 2nd ferment. Have you used fresh from the garden? Or you buy yours at the supermarket? That might be the difference. I can imagine those great spice mix with apple juice as you said...yum.

[@YouBrewKombucha]

Supermarket, maybe that’s the difference!

[@physicaltech12]

@@YouBrewKombucha grow some at home...you will see👍

[@paularobinson2352]

I hope mint works for me as I have apartment, sweet mint, peppermint, and catmint.

[@ee_li]

Thank you

[@ronsilva516]

Very good idea s

[@ronsilva516]

Good ideas

[@albertfussi4102]

I have good experience using fresh Mint. I think it depends on the type of Mint ... one of my Minds is not fragrant and the other is very nice. So Mint is not equal to Mint ... it depends on the type ;)

[@YouBrewKombucha]

Good to know! Thanks Albert!

[@comedywhacked]

never tried it in kombucha only in cocktails but I've found fresh spear mint vs fresh sweet mint are incredibly different flavors in a syrup.definitely something to consider

[@marcohernandez7836]

The reason that mint changes the profile of the kombucha is due to the oil contents of the herb.

[@idibradley9702]

Is Kombucha safe to drink/make during pregnancy?

[@hisloveiseternal1]

Yes

[@dorisdunn9845]

Do you make a simple syrup with herbs?

[@deborahanne8420]

Ooh what if you made mint simple syrup? Then it might not be funky.

[@ONEFREESPIRITED1]

@@deborahanne8420 That’s exactly what I was thinking.

[@meganbudgets8037]

A mint simple syrup is so yummy in a mojito 🍹

[@kathleenschlecht3371]

What about using Roobios ROOTBEER (herbs, etc…) ♥️💗♥️ Katy

[@dominicrincker8280]

would vanilla bean work?

[@YouBrewKombucha]

Sure!

[@JLBiddle]

What goes with basil to flavor kombucha?

[@gardentotablewithmarilyn5871]

Strawberry is a good one with basil

[@whbali]

I personally also not a fan of minty kombucha, it always reminds me the taste of toothpaste 🤣

[@YouBrewKombucha]

Same!

[@nicole2000]

I made an oregano and Concord grape kombucha... tasted like grape pizza or something.. meh.

[@hollowbyangel]

"Musty , funky, dusty" Ok.. so mint and dry herbs = bumbucha 😅

[@user-mr9tw6dj6h]

i cant concentrate. they are poking my eyes so hard that i cant turn away

[@pdfbanana]

what

[@isagoldfield7393]

???

[@wanyeng]

Don't watch. Just listen.

[@paularobinson2352]

Don't be a jerk.

[@garycarr9823]

They are not erbs. They are Herbs...you don't say im and er. Its Him and Her. Love the video. Xx