Unlock the secrets of crafting your own kombucha and sparkling water kefir! Join us in the Horn Farm Summer Kitchen to learn the art of crafting two refreshing and probiotic-rich beverages which will be sure to tantalize your taste buds and possibly improve your gut health. During this hands-on workshop we will cover:

• Basics of Kombucha: Discover the nuances of fermentation as you learn how sweet tea transforms into tangy, effervescent kombucha, and gain insights into flavoring and carbonation techniques to customize your brew to perfection.
• Basics of Water Kefir: Dive into the world of water kefir, a delicious and fizzy alternative to traditional sodas. Learn how to culture water kefir grains and master the art of secondary fermentation to create bubbly and refreshing sparkling water kefir.
• Ingredients: Learn about tea selection, nurturing your kombucha SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture Of Bacteria and Yeast), how to culture water kefir grains, and what ingredients to add to craft unique and thirst-quenching beverages that are as delicious as they are nourishing.
• Step-by-Step Instruction: Gain hands-on experience in the fermentation process as the instructor leads you through detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to create each of these two drinks and how to continue the process at home...
• Continue at Home: Leave the class with your own jar of both kombucha and water kefir initiated, a kombucha scoby, and your own water kefir grains to continue brewing these two refreshing drinks at home!

Throughout this interactive workshop, you will learn valuable tips and tricks for successful fermentation, how to troubleshoot common issues, and explore possible health benefits associated with these probiotic beverages. Whether you’re a fermentation enthusiast or a curious beginner, this class promises to inspire and empower you to brew an endless flavor selection of your own kombucha and sparkling water kefir at home.

**Online pre-registration is required to attend.  Visit this link to register https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1065