In the last several years, Kombucha has gained significant popularity. And with anything that is cast into the spotlight, there are lots of rumors surrounding it. This is especially true when it comes to home brewing. In all our years of helping people get started on their brewing journeys we’ve heard some pretty crazy rumors about what was keeping them from getting their brew started! So we’re here to clear the air and serve up some truth about kombucha. Myth #1 - Kombucha is high in caffeine Let’s start with the basics on this one. Tea leaves naturally contain caffeine, however significantly ..read more

The most common concerns we get about drinking kombucha are related to sugar content. When reading that the standard kombucha recipe calls for one cup of sugar per gallon, many brewers often ask if it is okay to use sugar substitutes. Additionally, some commercial brands of kombucha contain up to 10 grams of sugar per serving (yikes!), it’s no wonder there are skeptics out there! Rest assured, not all kombucha is created equal. When using the YEABUCHA Method, home brewed kombucha contains only 2-6 grams of sugar per 8 oz serving.  While we personally like to stick with our tried-and-true ..read more

Love fancy cocktails but hate the extra calories and artificial sweeteners found in most mixers? We’re with you on that, which is why we fell in love with kombucha shrubs from the first time we tried them.  They can be made easily with fresh or frozen fruit, organic cane sugar and extra strong kombucha (kombucha that has been brewed for 3 or more weeks). Kombucha shrubs can be made to taste like any fruit of your choosing, they are low in sugar (don’t let the 1 cup of sugar scare you; it breaks down significantly during the fermentation process), and include ZERO processed ingredients or ..read more

Kombucha vinegar is an easy way to add bold flavor and big nutrition to your cooking with little effort. Infusing over brewed kombucha with herbs and spices will leave you with a savory vinegar that will take your cooking to the next level without adding extra sodium or seasonings made with fillers, preservatives or additives. The acid content of vinegar is especially beneficial when it comes to enhancing flavor. A splash of this probiotic rich vinegar can add delicious depth of flavor to dressings, sauces, marinades and broths. Flavored kombucha vinegar can be used as a substitue in ..read more

Drinking kombucha may help beautify your skin from the inside out, but it doesn’t have to stop there.  We have created an Organic Kombucha Face Mask made from a probiotic culture and a choice blend of therapeutic oils that will give your skin a glowing complexion. Our face mask acts like a mild acid peel that detoxifies and exfoliates the skin. It has a mild astringency that balances pH and kills blemish-causing bacteria. It promotes new cell growth by increasing the blood flow and oxygen on the surface of the skin. The nourishing oils provide deep moisture and help reduce the s ..read more

100% of brewers agreed home brewing kombucha is easier than they thought it would be with our kit. Our brewers also enjoy home brewing kombucha so much that its one of the best parts of the week.  The average fermentation time for our brewers is 10 days (F1) plus 3-4 days for flavoring (F2). Brewers who favor sweeter kombucha do a 7 day F1 and brewers who prefer a tangier kombucha opt for 14 days.  Our kits have been thoughtfully designed to provide everything you need to simplify the brewing process. The YEABUCHA Method makes it easy to brew and flavor delicious kombucha at home. Ge ..read more

75% of our brewers drink kombucha daily and now consume less sugary drinks including beer +alcohol. Brewers have been able to cut down on juice, soda, wine and coffee.  Kombucha is a delicious + refreshing beverage that can be enjoyed throughout the day. If you find yourself craving kombucha it may be your body saying it needs the naturally occurring minerals and nutrients found in kombucha.  Kombucha is safe for everyone to enjoy, including children. Kombucha makes a great replacement for juice + soda in cocktails and mocktails.  Check out our favorite recipes here.  ..read more

YEABUCHA brewers agree, they love home brew kombucha because of how it tastes + how it makes them feel. They were also surprised by how simple and easy it is to make kombucha at home using the YEABUCHA kits and method to brew.  Our flavoring bottles have been carefully selected because of their ease of use when filling with fruit and their shape + covers that provide optimal carbonation.  Our brewers prefer the taste of home brew kombucha over the commercial options. They also save a lot of money brewing kombucha at home. After you purchase your home brew kit, it costs less than $5 a ..read more

Brewers agree that home brewing kombucha has positively impacted their overall feelings of good health. They enjoy making kombucha and drinking it.  Brewers have found that drinking kombucha improves digestion, settles the stomach + makes the gut happy.  Brewers agree kombucha helps improve mood. Some have even found it takes the edge off feelings of stress + anxiety.  Brewers have found drinking kombucha boosts energy without a caffeine crash.   ..read more

For the mama’s who love kombucha, most will continue to drink it during pregnancy (always make sure to follow with a large glass of water). There is no reason to stop drinking it unless you develop an aversion to it. Simply put, you do not want to force it if your body does not want it. While drinking kombucha often helps pregnant women feel better, homebrewers get the added bonus of using SCOBYs from your hotel for a wide range of natural remedies. There are a few different ways you can use your extra SCOBYs to help with some of those less-than-desirable changes that come along with pregnancy ..read more