The Big Book of Kombucha: Brewing, Flavoring, and Enjoying the Health Benefits of Fermented Tea

This is quite a book! Loads of information, delivered in easy to follow chapters and steps. Lots of hints and tips and pictures showing you what your kombucha will look like as you go. Recommend.

I've been making and drinking kombucha on and off for around 10 years. I've collected anything I can find on the subject, so have read a number of books to become better informed about what 'booch' offers. I heard about this book when it first came out and thought I wouldn't need anything it could add. Then I read some reviews from others and thought I'd look for myself. How pleased I am that I got a copy! Yes, it covers much that I already knew, but adds a huge amount of info from someone who is clearly seriously enthusiastic about her subject, and knowledgeable to boot! Hannah Crum already has a great website offering help both to novices (where we all start) and more experienced brewers alike. This is one for those who like to sit at the kitchen table and read from a book rather than a screen (I think there are lots of us still around), who want to learn and be entertained - she's a great ambassador for her passion and writes engagingly all around the subject of this weird little 'fungus' that inspires such loyalty! I have yet to try some of her suggestions for cocktails with it, nor have I made anything to carry out of dried scoby - but I love the idea! I bought a second copy for my daughter (also a brewer) as I didn't want mine out of my reach.

What a fabulous, great, big, juicy chunk of a book! It's a treasure-trove of information about the brewing of kombucha (the fermented tea drink) and has a wealth of suggestions as to how to flavour this refreshing beverage. I went straight to the chapter "Flavour Inspirations" as I am enjoying discovering just how many different ways there are of flavouring kombucha. I've tried strawberry alone and with other berry fruits, also apple and cinnamon and am now experimenting with apricot and vanilla pod and also with freshly picked elderflowers added to the first fermentation (there might be downsides to this so I have started a separate brewing jar). It all smells wonderful. There is also historical information about kombucha in Chapter 5 which is a fascinating read. I can heartily recommend this book to anyone interested in brewing kombucha - it really is the "one go-to resource for all things kombucha".

L bought the paperback version . I am absolutely delighted . A very practical book , organised with good Index &c It seems to cover everything it is printed on good paper and colour illustrated . A very good buy for such a big book . My eyesight is not good and I would have paid a bit more for larger bolder print . Both practical and Inspirational ,

Everything you wanted to know about Kombucha plus everything you didn't know you wanted is contained in this book.I've been brewing Kombucha for some years on and off and a few months ago started on the continuous brew method which is so much easier than batch brewing. I couldn't wait for Hannah Crum to publish this book in March 2016 because her [...] was a very helpful resource. And the book is remarkable - full of information, encouragement and inspiration. Having previously brewed only the original flavour, I'm now working my way through Hannah's numerous really simple recipes and even creating my own flavours too.I recently decided not to buy recipe books in Kindle format as they tend to be hard to navigate and the illustrations are often disappointing. So I'm delighted that this paperback 'tome' is very attractively illustrated and laid out.Well done and thank you, Hannah!

Overall, excellent book . So much useful info. Much detail. Very well referenced (even goes into detail about scientific studies on kombucha, health benefits etc. instead of just using vague phrases like ''helps detox'' without citations). Large index in the back is very helpful too.Clearly written by somebody who loves kombucha as much as I do and has really done their homework. The only way this book could be even better is if it had a ''beginners...quick start'' section. Beginners info seems a bit mixed up with everything else. I would prefer a section that has the basic recipe, troubleshooting, list of equipment, pros and cons of each type etc. all in one clear section. That's the only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars,Other than that, can't fault it. This book is clearly a labour of love and I expect it to be something I use and enjoy reading (e.g history of kombucha pages) for many years. Overall well worth it + will look out for other books by this author.

Very informative book would recommend

Really useful book, I know some have said it's too informative (is there ever such a thing), I like drilling down on the deets and understanding why things are happening. Anyhoo it's a great book and worth every penny, with website backup for support. I use it all the time and upgraded to a 5 ltr brewing vessel to make more booch. On a health note both myself and hubby have felt so much better since drinking booch every day, a few health issues like candida have cleared up and we've stopped craving sweet stuff.

"The Big Book of Kombucha: Brewing, Flavoring, and Enjoying the Health Benefits of Fermented Tea" has been a game-changer in expanding my Kombucha-making options. The book is comprehensive and detailed, covering everything from the basics of brewing to advanced flavoring techniques. Its clear instructions and creative recipes have allowed me to experiment with various flavors, enhancing my Kombucha's taste and health benefits. This book is an essential resource for beginners and experienced brewers looking to elevate their Kombucha-making skills.

A great book. I've almost finished reading it! Chock full of great info and recipes. The various uses of kombucha and the 'mother' is more varied than I ever imagined, and I'm looking forward to trying many of the suggestions found within.A great book for bolstering up a beginners confidence, and varied enough to intrigue someone who has made the drinks for years already.

Me regalaron un scoby de kombucha y no sabía muy bien por donde empezar. Me encanta la kombucha pero ya no quería pagar tanto si la podría hacer en casa. El libro está muy completo y tiene muchas fotos que te ayudan a entender los procesos. Además viene con muchísimas recetas para darle sabor a tu bebida. Súper recomendable

Livro com excelente acabamento. Conteúdo bem distribuído.

il libro si presenta pieno di dettagli e di idee. loro di Kombucha Kamp sono fenomenali e li adoro. chiaramente è un libro per chi è veramente appassionato di kombucha e vuole capire meglio come sfruttare le qualità dello scoby.