Kefir Starter

Looking to make your own creamy, probiotic-rich kefir at home? Kefir Starter makes it simple to create this gut-friendly, fermented drink that’s loaded with beneficial bacteria and nutrients. Perfect for improving digestion, boosting immunity, and supporting a healthy microbiome, kefir is a versatile and delicious addition to your daily routine. Use it to make smoothies, dressings, or enjoy it on its own for a tangy, health-boosting treat. Healthy bacteria in the Kefir can cause variations. Once made, please note, color and consistency may vary. Some batches may also have more sediment than others. Please BE sure to refrigerate once your order has been received! Downloadable Instructions 6 tablespoons of previous batch will ferment 1 quart of liquid. Please refrigerate once received. See more here. Into container (preferably glass with lid), mix together the entire contents of one foil package of kefir starter and one quart of slightly warmed milk (about skin temperature or 92 degrees). Shake, stir or whip with a whisk to mix well. Put lid on container. Let this mixture ferment at 72-75 F for 18-24 hours for milk, 24-48 hours for coconut water and some others. (You will notice it is ready if the milk has thickened and has a distinctive, sour fragrance. Final consistency is pourable but not "eat with a spoon" thick.) Coconut water will not thicken like milk, only become cloudy and much less sweet. Shake or stir vigorously and place into the refrigerator. Even in your refrigerator the fermentation process continues, but chilling will slow down the fermentation of the healthy bacteria and beneficial yeast.