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Vegan kefir – a dairy-free kefir
Vegan kefir is prepared with milk kefir grains and vegan milk. The fermentation process gives the vegan milk a thicker consistency and sour taste. Would you like to try fermenting it yourself? How does dairy-free milk ferment? Lactose is a…
How to ferment fizzy kombucha?
Among fermented beverages, fizzy kombucha is one of the most refreshing ones and just perfect for hot summer days! How to achieve that perfect carbonation in your homemade kombucha? Every batch of kombucha may be different, but there are some…
Problems with water kefir grains and how to solve them
If you are a beginner in fermentation or make kefir regularly, you may at some point experience problems with water kefir grains. This article will shed some light on some of the difficulties kefir fermenters may have with the grains…
Milk kefir: a beginner’s guide to making kefir!
Ever heard of this drink similar to yogurt but with much more power in sense of live bacteria? It’s KEFIR! A traditional super food that you can easily make at home, save money and make it even more beneficial. How?…
Sourdough bread – now is the time to bake it!
Sourdough bread is made without store-bought yeast. While we are trying to be more self-sufficient, baking at home may be just the way to go. All you need is flour and water. Sourdough is made by lactic acid fermentation of…
Second ferment water kefir: add zing to your drink
Second fermentation of water kefir is a process that adds more flavour and carbonation to the water kefir. This is when you add new sugar or fruits/spices to a brew that has already been fermented and leave it to ferment…
How to activate water kefir grains: step-by-step guide
If you are looking for tips on how to activate water kefir grains, this is the article you need to read. We will discuss ingredients, describe the process step-by-step and look for answers on most common issues with activating. Water…
5 tips that can help grow kefir grains
Looking for ways to help grow kefir grains? If you are not satisfied with the way your kefir grains are multiplying, here are the tips on how you can change that. Even though the most important thing is that the…
Milk kefir grains – the force within
Milk kefir grains are the life force of homemade kefir. In her book, From Kefir, With Love: An Irreverent Guide to Making Kefir and Healing Your Gut Naturally, Whitney Wilson emphasizes that kefir grains should be called kefir hearts. Absolutely!…
What is the nutritional value of homemade kefir?
If you drink kefir regularly, you probably already know what is general nutritional value of milk kefir and why it’s recommended to include it in daily diet. For more detailed information and if you are interested in numbers, read this…
4 steps to prepare kefir cream cheese
Is cream cheese something you can’t live without? Perhaps you wonder how this delicious treat could be available to you every day, with quality ingredients? Read on for detailed recipe for homemade creamy cheese. 1st Step: Prepare cultured milk Cheese…
Can children drink homemade kefir?
A few of my friends and colleagues have children who were born with allergies and poor immune systems. Although I don’t have children of my own, I wondered whether homemade kefir could be beneficial for babies and children as it…