BUCHI Water Kefir Grains

Start your home-brewing journey with Buchi, Australia’s leader in fermentation kits and the only producer of Certified Organic cultures in the country. Water kefir is a sparkling, fermented beverage teeming with beneficial bacteria and enzymes—offering a refreshing, probiotic alternative to sugary soft drinks. Derived from the Turkish word for "feel good," kefir is remarkably simple to prepare at home and can be easily flavoured with your favourite fruits and herbs.

Product Details & Benefits

• The Only Certified Organic Grains: Buchi provides Australia's only certified organic water kefir cultures, ensuring your home brew is free from synthetic chemicals and pesticides.
• Top-Tier Dairy-Free Probiotic: Water kefir is ranked among the top ten dairy-free probiotics, making it an ideal gut-health solution for vegans or those with dairy sensitivities.
• Infinite Supply: When properly cared for and regularly cultured, these "living" grains will continue to grow and reproduce indefinitely, providing a lifetime of probiotic beverages.
• Rich in Micronutrients: The fermentation process creates a powerhouse of enzymes, acetic acid, and beneficial bacteria (including Lactobacillus hilgardii) that support digestive wellness.
• Customisable Flavours: Unlike store-bought drinks, you control the sugar content and flavour, from zesty ginger to summer berries.

How it Works

Water kefir is created by introducing the "grains" (a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast, or SCOBY) into sugar water. Over 24 to 48 hours, the grains metabolise the sugar, transforming the liquid into a fizzy, nutrient-dense tonic.

What’s Included

• Dehydrated Certified Organic Water Kefir Grains/Crystals: High-quality, shelf-stable grains ready to be rehydrated and activated.
• Step-by-Step Instructions: Clear, easy-to-follow guidance to ensure your first brew is a success.

• Unopened: Keep the dehydrated grains in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Active Cultures: Once rehydrated, keep your grains in a glass jar at room temperature while fermenting. If you need a break, the grains can be "rested" in the refrigerator in a sugar-water solution.

Ingredients

100% Dehydrated Certified Organic Water Kefir Grains (Assorted bacteria and yeasts).

Dietary Information

• Suitable for: Vegans, Vegetarians, and Paleo diets.
• Free From: Dairy, Gluten, Soy, and Synthetic Chemicals.
• Values: 100% Certified Organic, Non-GMO, Raw, and Living.

Expert Tip: To get the best "fizz" and mineral content, use organic cane sugar or rapadura sugar for your brew. Avoid using honey or artificial sweeteners, as these can weaken or kill the organic grains. If your crystals start growing rapidly, share the love—pass some on to a friend to start their own "feel good" brew!