1. SHOULD I KEEP MY BREW DR. KOMBUCHA COLD?
Yes, please! Brew Dr. Kombucha must be kept in the fridge.
2. OKAY, BUT WHY?
Our kombucha is unpasteurized (aka "raw"), meaning it is live and active and must be stored cold tomaintain freshness and consistency.
If unrefrigerated, raw kombucha will continue to ferment in the bottle or can. This can create more carbonation, and in extreme cases, the bottle or can may burst.
Continued fermentation will also affect the overall taste and quality. We try REEEEAALLYHARD to make our kombucha perfect for you. Pleasehandle with care andrefrigerate your kombucha to maintain that deliciousness!
3. CAN I STORE IT IN MY COOL GARAGE OR BAsem*nT?
No, it's important that you store your kombucha in the refrigerator — Under 40°F is ideal.
4. HOW ABOUT MY FREEZER?
That’s a littletoocold. Storing at freezing temperatures will freeze the liquid and the container will likely burst due to the expansion of liquid as it freezes. Science!
5. CAN I STILL DRINK MY BREW DR. IF IT’S LEFT OUT?
If your bottle or can spends less than 48 hours at room temperature, it will still be perfectly fine to chill and enjoy. Leave it out any longer than that, and it may become fizzier and taste different.
Kombucha doesn't "go bad" like spoiled milk or produce, but it will be an inconsistent liquid that we can't guarantee is what you intended to purchase. We therefore ask that you do not drink our kombucha if it has been left out of refrigeration beyond 48 hours.
Additionally, unrefrigerated bottles and cans may burst due to overfermentation, which can be dangerous and messy — We don't want that. See question #2 for more.
6. CAN I TAKE IT ON THE GO?
Feel free to takeBrew Dr.on your picnic, hike, or pack it in your lunch. For the best sipping experience, we recommend including an ice pack or chilling before enjoying. Like any tasty and refreshing beverage, it's so much better cold!
7. WHAT ABOUT YOUR CANS?
Fridge, please! Just like our bottled kombucha, itis raw and unpasteurized regardless of package type, so it must be kept cold.
8. ARE THERE ANY EXCEPTIONS?
OurUpliftyerba mate products are an exception! Uplift is not kombucha. It is shelf stable tea beverages (yerba mate to be exact) and does not need to be refrigerated. For best taste, we still recommend chilling before enjoying, of course!
9. WHAT MAKES UPLIFT SHELF-STABLE?
Pasteurization! The finished cans are heated to a temperature that kills yeast and bacteria. Only our Uplift product line is pasteurized. Our kombucha is always raw, live and active.
10. I HAVE ANOTHER QUESTION ABOUT KOMBUCHA STORAGE
We have another answer for you! Feel free to reach us through our Contact Form.
FAQs
Our kombucha is unpasteurized (aka "raw"), meaning it is live and active and must be stored cold to maintain freshness and consistency. If unrefrigerated, raw kombucha will continue to ferment in the bottle or can. This can create more carbonation, and in extreme cases, the bottle or can may burst.
How do you store brewed kombucha? ›
Keep It in The Fridge
While it is fermented, it is actually quite sensitive to temperature and needs constant refrigeration to maintain its flavor, quality and live cultures.
Does Brew Dr. Kombucha expire? ›
So, what about kombucha? Brew Dr. Kombucha has a six-month “Best by” date on its canned kombucha and eight months on its glass-bottle kombucha.
How long does home brewed kombucha last in fridge? ›
How Long Does Homemade Kombucha Last? Perhaps you're a kombucha wizard, and you're experimenting with your own kombucha concoctions at home. Once you've whipped up a batch, you can expect the homemade kombucha to last between one and three months when stored in the fridge.
Where is the best place to store kombucha? ›
If your house is warm, find a cool spot for your kombucha, like a cupboard or the basem*nt. You should also taste your kombucha more regularly in warmer climates, as it will ferment more quickly. If your house is cool, try to find a warm spot like the laundry room, above a fridge, or near a radiator/heater.
Does brew Dr. kombucha need to be refrigerated? ›
Our kombucha is unpasteurized (aka "raw"), meaning it is live and active and must be stored cold to maintain freshness and consistency. If unrefrigerated, raw kombucha will continue to ferment in the bottle or can. This can create more carbonation, and in extreme cases, the bottle or can may burst.
How do you store SCOBY after making kombucha? ›
Once the scobys are dehydrated, place them in a sealable plastic bag and store them in the refrigerator (not the freezer). Dehydrated scobys will generally survive in the refrigerator for at least 3 months.
Is Brew Dr. Kombucha good for you? ›
Kombucha is a drink that has a lot of benefits, including probiotics and antioxidants. It can help keep your immune system in good shape, promoting a healthy balance of free radicals, antioxidants, and probiotics. The main reason kombucha has antioxidant properties is that it's often made using green tea.
What happens if you leave kombucha out of the fridge? ›
If kombucha isn't refrigerated after the fermentation process, it can continue to ferment. This can lead to a change in taste, making it too sour or fizzy, and in some cases, it can cause the bottle to explode due to the buildup of carbon dioxide.
How do you increase the shelf life of kombucha? ›
Bottle the kombucha at any temperature and place under refrigeration (≤41°F). Benzoate and sorbate will prevent mold growth and minimize yeast growth. Minimal to no growth of acetic acid bacteria will occur in bottles without significant oxygen.
In practical terms, kombucha will do just fine in a food-grade plastic container (e.g. a well-washed 2-lb mayonnaise jar, or one of those huge jugs in which Costco sells pretzels etc).
Can you drink kombucha every day? ›
The Centers for Disease Control recommends that four ounces of kombucha can be safely consumed one to three times a day. Overconsumption can lead to headache, nausea, gastrointestinal distress, or ketoacidosis.
What is the best bottle to store kombucha in? ›
Great option: Flip-top bottles (also informally called Grolsch bottles) 32-oz/liter ones if you want larger bottles.
What is the proper storage of kombucha? ›
Yes, real living Kombucha should be kept refrigerated. By keeping it in the fridge, you will slow the natural, ongoing fermentation process by deactivating the living enzymes and reducing the rate of organic acid production.
Can I brew kombucha in my garage? ›
If the kitchen and pantry are simply a no go, it's time to get creative. Perhaps there is a nook available in a closet, spare bedroom or even the garage or basem*nt. Keep in mind that temperature is key so you might want to use a heating mat (LINK TO HEAT MATS) anywhere that isn't kept warm year round.
Does kombucha really need to be refrigerated? ›
For starters, Yes, your kombucha should always be refrigerated. Kombucha, when made the good way, is unpasteurized and raw Unpasteurized implies that it yet has all the good bacteria for our gut and hence if left outside the fridge will continue to ferment at room temperature.
How do you keep kombucha carbonated after opening? ›
Leave The Bottles At Room Temperature (No Fridge)
Instead, you can leave them at room temperature to continue building carbonation, especially if you are checking the bottles and no bubbles are happening yet. This also works if you have chilled your brew and found that Kombucha loses fizz in the refrigerator.
Why keep kombucha in the dark? ›
It is important to keep fermenting kombucha out of direct sunlight and away from excessive heat or cold. The kombucha brew does not have to be kept in the dark, so on the kitchen counter for example is fine it just should not be kept in direct sunlight.
