Lisa Fermenta is a certified nutritionist and fermentation expert who explores the health benefits of probiotic beverages. Her journey began in her grandmother’s kitchen, where she learned traditional fermentation techniques that have been passed down for generations. Lisa has studied with fermentation masters across Asia and Europe, bringing global perspectives to her brewing approach. She regularly conducts workshops on kombucha, kefir, and other fermented drinks, emphasizing both flavor development and health benefits. Her SCOBY library contains over 30 unique cultures from around the world.
Discover how to make delicious probiotic drinks at home with this comprehensive guide to fermentation. Learn step-by-step techniques for brewing kombucha, milk kefir, water kefir, kvass, and jun, along with troubleshooting tips and creative flavor variations. These DIY fermented beverages…
Learn how to transform fresh apples into delicious homemade apple wine with this comprehensive guide. Discover everything from selecting the perfect apple varieties to bottling and aging your finished wine. With detailed step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips, and creative variations, this…
Learn how to make delicious, healthy apple cider vinegar gummies at home with this comprehensive DIY guide. Discover simple recipes, flavor variations, and expert tips for creating these beneficial treats at a fraction of the cost of store-bought versions. Perfect…
Discover effective solutions for troubleshooting cloudy wine, from identifying specific causes to implementing proven clarification techniques. This comprehensive guide explains how to achieve crystal-clear results whether you’re dealing with yeast haze, protein instability, or pectin issues. Learn about natural clearing…
Discover how your choice of fermentation vessel—clay, stainless steel, or glass—dramatically impacts your wine’s character, flavor development, and aging potential. This comprehensive guide explores the scientific and practical differences between traditional and modern winemaking containers, helping you make informed decisions…
Learn how to craft delicious herbal fermented tonics at home with our comprehensive guide. Discover the health benefits, essential ingredients, step-by-step brewing process, and creative recipes for these probiotic-rich beverages. Perfect for fermentation enthusiasts looking to expand their brewing repertoire…
Discover how to make rice wine at home with our step-by-step guide covering ingredients, equipment, fermentation techniques, and troubleshooting tips for creating this traditional Asian beverage. The first time I tasted homemade rice wine, I was sitting cross-legged on a…
Learn how to make kimchi from scratch with our comprehensive guide covering ingredients, techniques, fermentation tips, and creative variations for this probiotic-rich Korean staple. My journey with kimchi began nearly a decade ago during a three-month culinary expedition through South…
Discover how to make fermented mustard at home with this step-by-step guide. Learn about equipment, ingredients, and techniques to create probiotic-rich condiments with complex flavors that store-bought options can’t match. Have you ever reached for a bottle of yellow mustard,…
Discover how to brew Jun tea at home with this comprehensive guide covering everything from SCOBY acquisition to flavoring techniques. Learn the secrets to crafting this delicate green tea and honey ferment with expert tips and troubleshooting advice. When I…