SCOBY & Starter Liquid

A SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast) is the living culture responsible for fermenting sweetened tea into kombucha. As fermentation progresses, the SCOBY converts sugars into organic acids and other compounds that give kombucha its distinctive flavor.

Because it is a living culture, every SCOBY is unique. Variations in thickness, color, shape, texture, and the presence of multiple layers or floaters are normal and do not affect brewing performance.

Culture Type: Live SCOBY with Starter Liquid

Culture Format: Living Culture

Primary Use: Kombucha Brewing

Starter Liquid Included: Yes

Culture Size: Approximately 3–4 inches (grows during fermentation)

Reusable: Yes

Storage: Refrigerate until ready to use

Style Applications: Homemade Kombucha

• Brew with black tea and sugar according to your kombucha recipe before adding the SCOBY and starter liquid.
• Keep the fermenter covered with a breathable cloth during fermentation to allow airflow while protecting the culture.
• Store the SCOBY in a clean environment and refrigerate if it will not be used immediately.
• Save the newly formed SCOBY and some finished kombucha after each batch to start future fermentations.
• Natural variations in appearance—including thickness, color, multiple layers, or floaters—are normal for healthy SCOBY cultures.