The Food Programme
Kombucha: A Miracle Drink?
Oct 8, 2023
In this episode, guests including an expert on kombucha, a researcher studying its health benefits, and a tea expert passionate about kombucha discuss the process of making kombucha, its flavors, and the health claims associated with it. They also explore the slow growth of kombucha in the UK, the rise in popularity in Australia, and the market opportunity it presents. Additionally, they talk about brewing kombucha at home during the pandemic, the transition to starting a tea farm, and the unique approach to brewing kombucha using British tea and homegrown fruit.
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Quick takeaways
- Resistance and prejudice towards high-quality non-alcoholic drinks in certain retail sectors may hinder the adoption of kombucha in the UK.
- While kombucha contains beneficial microorganisms and potential health-promoting compounds, it has not been classified as a probiotic yet.
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Understanding Kombucha: What it is and How it's Made
Kombucha is a fermented tea made by steeping a blend of black and green tea in hot water and sweetening it with sugar. A kombucha culture, known as a scoby, is then added, which consists of bacteria and yeast that ferment the tea and sugar into the final product. The fermentation process takes about a week or two, and the resulting drink contains various acids, such as acetic acid and gluconic acid, which are believed to have health benefits. Kombucha can also be brewed with different flavors and nutrients from other plants, allowing for experimentation and regional variations.
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