Kombucha
Continuous Fermentation
Jar
Kombucha elixir has been used for centuries in eastern lands as a valuable
aid to good health. One of the earliest records goes back to approximately 447AD
when a Korean physician named Kombu treated the Japanese nobleman Inkyo
with the tea elixir. Such was its success that it rapidly spread from
Japan to Manchuria, and into Russia. The name Kombucha is derived from
Kombu, (the Korean physician) and Cha an eastern name for tea.
 What is the Kombucha culture?
The Kombucha itself is actually a living relationship of different, beneficial bacteria and special yeast cultures. It looks like a rubbery jelly and varies in colour from cream to browny yellow. Because it is a living organism it grows to fit the shape of its container. New layers grow on top of the old and can be peeled off to start new cultures, perhaps to share with a friend!
How do I get a Kombucha Culture?
Traditionally kombucha is shared among friends not sold. Several communities will send you a culture with a small fee to cover the postage costs or for free if you can collect in person. Other suppliers will sell you a kit including tea, culture and brewing equipment. You can find commercially brewed kombucha in some health shops and supermarkets.
 What does the Kombucha Tea fungus do?
The Kombucha fungus (it is actually a lichen) has the unique ability
to turn tea and sugar into a highly beneficial drink producing many essential
acids whilst only producing a minute amount of alcohol. Kombucha elixir
has the ability to de-t ox the body, boost the immune system and improve
energy levels.
The Kombucha culture produces Glucuronic Acid useful for de-toxing and boosting the immune
system, Usinic Acid useful in cases of Uria (gout) to rid the body of
impurities, Lactic Acid, essential for a healthy digestive tract and Acetic
Acid useful as an antiseptic and for inhibiting harmful bacteria.
It can also produce Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Butyric Acid, Amino Acids
and almost all of the B complex vitamins. Kombucha brewing has gained
in popularity in recent years in the west either by the batch method or
more recently by the continuous fermentation process.
The batch method of fermenting Kombucha produces one off brews whilst the continuous fermentation
method (felt to be far preferable) produces a continuous supply without
the hassle of starting the brew every time. The jar will continue to produce
brew and will only need to be cleaned out and restarted approximately every
three months.
What is continuous fermentation?
 An alternative to making a new batch of Kombucha brew every week is to use a large container and to leave the kombucha brew fermenting in it, drawing off what you need and topping it up with sweetened tea when it falls below the half way point.
Harmonic Health supplies three sizes of Kombucha tea jars, hand made in the UK with
an attractive ceramic design. The Kombucha jars are fired with a top quality acid
resistant lead free glaze, making them ideal for Kombucha brewing.
The kombucha Jars
come together with a stylish wooden tap used in the cider industry, material
cover with elastic tie and a complete guide to Kombucha Tea Continuous Fermentation
Brewing by Harald Tietze. The jars are individually numbered and registered
with their own unique certificate of authenticity, which may be of interest
to collectors.
If using this method, it's necessary to thoroughly clean the pot every 3 - 4 months to remove any sediment build up and to peel off the older layers of the Kombucha.
Important notice: Prices stated are for delivery within the United Kingdom only. If you are buying from outside of the UK, your order will incur a shipping surcharge and the jars cannot be bought using this online system. Please feel free to call us on +44 020 8881 9106 or email us for a quotation.
There are three sizes of Kombucha Jar available:
Kombucha Tea Continuous Fermentation
Jar -
Matching Goblets & Jug Set
The Kombucha Matching Goblets and Jug Set comes ideally suited to the
style of The Authentic Continuous Fermentation Jar in colour and decoration.
They are fired with an acid resistant lead free glaze and come in a smooth
semi-matt finish. The goblets are designed to hold 4 fluid ounces, equal
to the capacity of an ordinary wine glass, the jug to hold 8 -12 fluid
ounces.
They are sturdy, dishwasher-proof, and make an attractive accompaniment
to Kombucha The Continuous Fermentation Jar. The Goblets and Jug Set comes in a
choice of two collections, or as separate items.
Please allow 28 days for delivery
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