Learn how to make delicious kombucha at home with our step-by-step guide. Discover the essential ingredients, brewing process, and troubleshooting tips for crafting this probiotic-rich fermented tea. Perfect for beginners with simple equipment and minimal hands-on time.
Lisa Fermenta
Lisa Fermenta
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.
Learn how to make delicious homemade strawberry wine in small batches with our step-by-step guide. Discover the best berries to use, equipment needed, and expert techniques for creating a vibrant summer wine that captures the essence of fresh strawberries. Perfect …
- Wine and Mead Recipes
Beginner’s Guide to Making Traditional Sweet Mead
by Lisa Fermenta 9 minutes readTraditional Sweet Mead Style: Traditional Sweet Mead | ABV: 12-14% | FG: 1.020-1.040 | Difficulty: Beginner Brew Time 3-6 months ABV 12% – 14% Final Gravity (FG) 1.020-1.040 Ferment Temp 18-21°C Difficulty Beginner Traditional sweet mead, often called “the nectar …
Discover how to brew the perfect New England IPA at home with our comprehensive guide. Learn the secrets behind this hazy, juicy beer style’s signature characteristics—from specialized grain selection and hop schedules to water chemistry and fermentation techniques. Our expert …
- Craft Ferments
Kombucha Troubleshooting With Mold, Pellicle Problems, and More
by Lisa Fermenta 15 minutes readMaster kombucha brewing with our comprehensive troubleshooting guide. Learn to identify and fix mold issues, pellicle problems, fermentation troubles, and flavor imbalances for perfect homemade kombucha every time. The Kombucha Brewer’s Challenge Home brewing kombucha can be incredibly rewarding, offering …
- Craft Ferments
Wild Fermentation With Capturing and Using Natural Yeasts
by Lisa Fermenta 16 minutes readDiscover the art of wild fermentation and learn how to capture, cultivate, and brew with natural yeasts. This comprehensive guide covers techniques for creating unique fermented beverages with complex flavors that commercial yeasts can’t match. Introduction to Wild Fermentation In …
Discover 9 essential kefir tips for beginners in our complete guide to making homemade milk and water kefir. Learn grain care, fermentation techniques, and troubleshooting for perfect results. Have you ever wondered about those small bottles of tangy, probiotic-rich kefir …
Master first-time kombucha brewing with our 10 proven steps for beginners. Learn essential SCOBY care, equipment needs, and expert fermentation techniques for creating delicious homemade kombucha. The gentle bubbling of a fermenting jar, the tangy-sweet aroma that fills your kitchen, …
- Craft Ferments
The Ultimate Guide to Home Fermentation: From Beer to Kombucha
by Lisa Fermenta 17 minutes readDiscover the art and science of home fermentation with our comprehensive guide covering everything from brewing beer and wine to crafting kombucha, kefir, and other fermented beverages at home. Fermentation is both an ancient art and a fascinating science that …
Creating traditional metheglin at home connects you with thousands of years of brewing history while producing one of the most complex and rewarding fermented beverages you can make. This spiced honey wine combines the natural sweetness of honey with aromatic …