i want to make 5 gallons of Kombucha. Will this scoby work or will I have to build it up?
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As Kombucha is a live drink. I find that one gallon batches last most of a week, so i have two one gallon batches going with different finish dates. It keeps the drink fresh.
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Each scoby is good for one gallon, and is reusable 4-5 times. So yes, you could make 4 or 5 gallons, but it'd be over 4-5 weeks.If you want to make 5 gallons at once, you'll need 5 scobys.
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It will double in size each time. I started with 1 gallon and now I have enough for 6 gallons at a time. In about a month.
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I have found that you can use a small scoby for large amounts (i have only gone up to 2 gallons) but it seems to take longer to ferment. hope this helps!
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There's a yahoo group about Kombucha that is a great source of info. There's a website Kombucha Mama (I think that's what she calls herself) that is also great. I use the continuously brewing method with ordinary grocery store green tea and good ole white sugar in a water dispenser crock. I use a plain cloth diaper as a lid (the scoby needs air and dark) and keep it on a shelving unit in a closet. I keep the closet door open a tiny bit so it gets the air it needs. You can find lots of info via a google search but I'm just giving you the bare basics so you can tell if the info you find is not bogus. Don't use a clear glass jar because I don't think it'll keep the brewing kombucha dark enough.
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They do provide step-by-step instructions on how to get your first batch (and all subsequent batches) started, and they are very clear and easy to understand. You will need black or green tea (10 bags), a cup of sugar, a cup of vinegar, a glass jar (I use 1 gallon jars), a wooden spoon (I've read not to let metal touch the kombucha), and a pot large enough to hold a gallon of water/kombucha. I cover my jars with a flour sack and rubber band which has worked really well.
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Could I make Kombucha in this type of container: http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/310831171529?lpid=82Also can you post a basic recipe (type of tea, amount of sugar, etc) Thanks!! Suzy
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Yes. Each time you make a batch, a new one will scoby will form on the top of the surface of the tea....this is what is suppose to happen. After you bottle your tea, you can put one of them (either one) in another jar with some tea for storage, (cover with a cloth).....just keep adding your extra scobys to this"storage jar. You can Google "scoby hotel" to learn more about this. No matter where your original scoby is in the tea you are brewing....sunk to the bottom, floating half way....you will always get a new scoby on the top. You can Google "Kombucha" and learn everything you need to know. A zillion other people have had your SAME question. Yes. Each time you make a batch, a new one will scoby will form on the top of the surface of the tea....this is what is suppose to happen. After you bottle your tea, you can put one of them (either one) in another jar with some tea for storage, (cover with a cloth).....just keep adding your extra scobys to this"storage jar. You can Google "scoby hotel" to learn more about this. No matter where your original scoby is in the tea you are brewing....sunk to the bottom, floating half way....you will always get a new scoby on the top. You can Google "Kombucha" and learn... » Read More Yes. Each time you make a batch, a new one will scoby will form on the top of the surface of the tea....this is what is suppose to happen. After you bottle your tea, you can put one of them (either one) in another jar with some tea for storage, (cover with a cloth).....just keep adding your extra scobys to this"storage jar. You can Google "scoby hotel" to learn more about this. No matter where your original scoby is in the tea you are brewing....sunk to the bottom, floating half way....you will always get a new scoby on the top. You can Google "Kombucha" and learn everything you need to know. A zillion other people have had your SAME question. « Show Less
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Yes, the starter brew (scoobie) is enough to make your first batch. is enough to start your first batch.
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That may be a little too much head room for a 1 gallon batch. I've been a big fan of brewing that small but it's been rough finding stuff to work with that size. The spigot, though is actually bit closer to the ground than I was expecting so you're actually still likely to wind up with trub around the valve. Not too big of a deal, but you'll want to let the first few ounces flush out before bottling.
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Yes but only if you buy it buy the gallon. Once you mix the active ingredients then that batch is done. So if you buy the 5 gal bucket you will have to use all of it. Buy several small containers and mix it as you go. This is better anyway if this is your first time. The stuff is thick and takes some practice.
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Yes, just buy a deep ladle that measures. I did I bought a 4oz (half cup steel ladle, barley fits in opening but works well with my kombucha. don't go for a bigger ladle. 4oz will measure half cup at atime without shoving your hand in, if you get the deep kind that the handle goes straight up on
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Yes you will need a bottle capper tool, fermentation bucket, another bucket with spigot, hose to fill bottles, stainless 5 gallon pot & spoon to stir pot. You can purchase theses products as kits. And of course you will need 48 bottles to put the beer into. Brown non screwtop.
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IMHO you would be wise to consider purchasing this SCOBY with starter tea and instructions as well as a few other perks. You could be enjoying or at least starting stage two flavoring in two weeks of receiving and starting your first round of kombucha and then having the original scoby and the new scoby to start your next two batches. You would be looking at longer than that to get your first SCOBY.
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you could .. or I am pretty sure it is in their book, and that has a proper 5 gallon break down for this. If you are looking to do 5 Gallon batches you should consider finding recipes online and buying ingredients at a brew store online or in person (to save shipping) Were you going to brew it one gallon at a time and combine it in a fermentor? Good luck and keep brewing!
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Just follow the detailed directions that come with this scoby :) I use a one gallon glass jar, flour sack napkin to cover and bottle into small mason jars. I am on my third batch of home brewed kombucha and a newbie myself :)
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This SCOBY will not grow to the width of your jar but whether or not it covers the entire surface area of the liquid won't affect your brewing. The new baby SCOBY that forms will grow to match the width of your jar though. I wouldn't set it on the radiator cover as that sounds like it will be too hot and the heat will kill the SCOBY. Lots of information about that can be found by googling.
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I agree w/ Danny. Sorry to get back to you so late. All I did was assemble the parts as this is weldless & I have had no problems w/ my kettle thus far. If you ever plan on doing big beers or more than 5 gallons then this is for you. I haven't done a 10 gallon batch just yet but I hope to some day. I find that this easily accommodates my needs & can last me another 25 years for all types of brewing styles & volumes. The only negative I would say is that if you don't ever plan to go more than 5 gallons then this is simply too big. That or if you planned to do a very high concentrated wort by boiling the wort over 3 hours - if you aren't going to do these things then just get an 8 gallon. I agree w/ Danny. Sorry to get back to you so late. All I did was assemble the parts as this is weldless & I have had no problems w/ my kettle thus far. If you ever plan on doing big beers or more than 5 gallons then this is for you. I haven't done a 10 gallon batch just yet but I hope to some day. I find that this easily accommodates my needs & can last me another 25 years for all types of brewing styles & volumes. The only negative I would say is that if you don't ever plan to go more than 5 gallons then this is simply too big. That or if you planned to do a very high concentrated wort by... » Read More I agree w/ Danny. Sorry to get back to you so late. All I did was assemble the parts as this is weldless & I have had no problems w/ my kettle thus far. If you ever plan on doing big beers or more than 5 gallons then this is for you. I haven't done a 10 gallon batch just yet but I hope to some day. I find that this easily accommodates my needs & can last me another 25 years for all types of brewing styles & volumes. The only negative I would say is that if you don't ever plan to go more than 5 gallons then this is simply too big. That or if you planned to do a very high concentrated wort by boiling the wort over 3 hours - if you aren't going to do these things then just get an 8 gallon. « Show Less
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Yes, it will grow to fit the container. You won't have enough starter tea for 5 gallons. I would brew one gallon to start. Once you have a gallon of brewed tea, you can increase to up to 5 gallons.
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definitely. you are growing a great scoby. check out this site for more info on kombucha and a great downloadable guide: www.culturesforhealth.com. I found it totally helpful.