Fermentaholics Organic Kombucha Tea Blend — Loose-Leaf Black & Green Tea, USDA Organic, Kosher

Fermentaholics Organic Kombucha Tea Blend is a USDA-certified loose-leaf mix of organic black and green teas formulated to feed kombucha cultures for consistent, full-flavored fermentation.

This carefully balanced blend from Fermentaholics pairs organic black and green whole-leaf teas to supply the nutrients and tannins that healthy SCOBYs and starter cultures need. Hand-blended and Kosher certified, the tea is sold as loose leaf to give home brewers control over strength, infusion time, and flavor profile. The package includes step-by-step brewing guidance and access to a responsive community of fermenters for troubleshooting and recipe ideas.

What makes this blend suitable for brewing kombucha?

The formula combines organic black tea for body and color with organic green tea for freshness and a lighter aroma, creating a balanced substrate for fermentation. Whole leaves preserve natural oils and polyphenols that yeast and bacteria consume during the ferment.

• USDA Organic-certified black and green whole-leaf teas.
• Tannins and nutrients that support a stable fermentation environment.
• Loose-leaf form lets you adjust concentration for flavor or acidity.
• Hand-blended batches to maintain consistent tea character.

How should I use this tea blend to start a successful batch?

Boil water, steep the recommended grams of loose leaf for the specified time, then cool the sweetened tea to room temperature before adding your SCOBY and starter liquid. Ferment in a clean, covered vessel away from direct sunlight, tasting periodically until you reach desired acidity and effervescence.

• Follow included weight-to-water ratios for consistent strength.
• Steep hot, then fully cool before introducing culture to avoid heat damage.
• Keep brewing vessel covered with breathable cloth to prevent contaminants.
• Use the provided troubleshooting tips for common issues like slow fermentation.

How does this tea help me control flavor, sweetness, and carbonation?

Loose-leaf form lets you vary tea concentration and steep time to shift mouthfeel and tannin levels, which influence final acidity and balance. Controlling sugar levels and fermentation time—guided by the blend’s consistent profile—makes carbonation and taste adjustments more predictable.

• Increase leaf amount or steep longer for a stronger, more tannic base.
• Shorter steeps produce a lighter, greener flavor that ferments faster.
• Consistent tea composition simplifies recipe testing and flavoring stages.
• Clear instructions reduce guesswork when bottle-conditioning for carbonation.

Who this is for: Home fermenters and small-batch producers seeking a reliable, organic tea base designed specifically for kombucha brewing. It’s ideal for beginners who want clear instructions and community support as well as experienced brewers who prefer loose-leaf control over tea bags. If you value USDA Organic and Kosher certification, want the flexibility to experiment with concentration and flavor, and appreciate responsive product support, this Fermentaholics blend is built to be a practical, repeatable foundation for your kombucha practice.

Ingredients

Organic Black Tea, Organic Green Tea