Kefir Grains Trinidad

[Mellissa Sprock]

NotesOur grains are grown in Organic Whole Cane Sugar. This sugar makes for extra healthy and happy kefir grains. It also gives it a slightly brown tint (as pictured). Upon arrival, you will notice that the water kefir grains will be sitting in a light brownish liquid. The color is simply due to the organic raw brown sugar. If you grow it in white sugar, they will turn clear. Keep in mind that these grains can usually thrive in any desired sugar and will change color based on the sugar used.

Grains arrived in excellent condition--actually doubled in size/amount with first batch. Customer service excellent--very fast response time and held shipping so grains were not is heat over the weekend. My first attempt at water kefir and absolutely loving the easy process and wonderful results. Highly recommended.

Amare Probiotics started in 2015 with a handful of kefir grains (live cultures) brought from Costa Rica by one of the founders. Brewed in small batches, the finished product was sold to friends and family who were interested in improving their digestive health.

One of our founders has an extensive background in probiotics as she studied Biomedical Science & Medical Microbiology. This means that our brand is not only about brewing the best quality products but also ensuring that proper fermenting methods are used to eliminate the risk of contamination. The knowledge and understanding of how probiotics work in the body are also important to be able to explain to our customers how the products can work for their digestive problems.

The reason for the brand is to promote digestive health and a balanced lifestyle. Amare probiotics brews or ferments small batches of probiotic drinks as its main product line. All of the brews are made with water, sugar, tea & probiotic cultures. The products have been highly successful in improving digestive problems such as constipation, bloating, gas and acid reflux.

Kefir grains are the living symbiotic colonies of yeast and bacteria that convert milk in to the probiotic powerhouse that is milk kefir. As the kefir grains digest the lactose in the milk, they create that tangy, creamy taste and texture that makes milk kefir what it is.

However, since kefir grains are living colonies, they're delicate, making where to buy kefir grains a real issue. Any store is going to have a hard time storing living milk kefir grains, so finding kefir grains near you can be hard.

Milk kefir grains are a mother culture whose main physical structure is made up of polysaccharides, the primary of which is kefiran. Within this matrix of polysaccharides exists both bacteria and yeasts which exist in symbiosis both with each other. These bacteria and yeast feed on the milk and thereby culture it. These grains have a gelatinous feel to them and look like a sort of miniature floret shape, much like cauliflower.

The bacteria and yeast composition of milk kefir grains tend to vary according to their origin as well as their culturing environment. In other words, where the grains came from and where they are currently being used can impact the makeup of the microorganisms existing in the milk kefir grains.

This is a common question and one worth delving into. Most sources agree that the milk kefir grain culture was harnessed somewhere near the Caucasus Mountains. The grains themselves are quite unusual in that no other cultured dairy product is known to come from grains.

Though the specifics of the origination of milk kefir grains are fairly shrouded in mystery, one thing has been made clear: milk kefir grains must be acquired from somewhere. The specific polysaccharides, bacteria, and yeasts that makeup milk kefir grains have been handed down from generation to generation. You can, however, multiply your milk kefir grains once you have them in order to pass the culture on.

Depending on your definition of milk kefir, you can! Milk kefir grains are a very specific culture with a very specific combination of microorganisms. Milk kefir containing all of the bacteria, yeasts, and the polysaccharide kefiran cannot be made without milk kefir grains. If you already have milk kefir grains, you can get them to multiply in the right conditions.

Milk kefir can, however, be made from a kefir starter culture, which is a powered mixture that mimics those cultures in the milk kefir grains. These powdered starter cultures make a cultured dairy product similar in flavor and viscosity to milk kefir made from grains, but it does not contain the exact properties of kefir made from grains, and they won't continue to propagate indefinitely, like milk kefir grains do.

Milk kefir grains start in a fresh state, but they aren't very stable in that state. They require specific temperatures and feedings that are difficult to maintain while transporting or shipping the grains. As a result, you'll often find kefir grains sold in a dehydrated state.

Dehydrated kefir grains are in a dormant state and, while care should be taken with them, they are not in as fragile of a state as the fresh grains are. Dehydration does create minor stress on all cultures, but with proper activation, they should be up and running in no time.

Dehydrated kefir grains also have the advantage of having a longer shelf life. This is advantageous in that it gives you a buffer of time both in the shipping of the grains and in the time frame you have once you receive them. So if it takes a 3 or 4 days to ship your kefir grains, then you don't have time to start them for another week, this would kill live grains, but your dehydrated kefir grains will be fine.

You can obtain fresh kefir grains by getting them from a friend who is already making kefir at home, assuming that you trust that they've kept their grains healthy. Fresh grains can also be purchased online from retailers, but must be shipped swiftly under the right weather conditions and placed immediately in fresh milk upon arrival or or else the cultures can die from temperature variation or lack of food.

We've got everything you need all packed into one with our Milk Kefir Starter Kit. This comes packed with everything you need including tools and milk kefir grains making starting to make your own milk kefir at home as easy as possible.

Click here to download our full milk kefir recipe book to get more idea about kefir grains, filled with tips, tricks and recipes to make amazing milk kefir at home.

At Cultures for Health, our milk kefir grains are versatile and can be used with various milk types such as cow's milk, goat's milk, or non-dairy milks like almond and soy. Remember, using different types of milk can change the texture and taste of your kefir, so feel free to experiment to find what you like best.

I have just activated my kefir grains, and am getting ready for next steps. I am very happy with the product, and the support I have received. I have made kefir cheese with the kefir powder, and WOW it is amazing!!! So easy to make, and it is just delicious. I have shared some with friends, and initially they were hesitant ( fermented milk????) but they too loved the cheese. I look forward to many more years making kefir. Happy fermenting!!

From ferments to high quality jars, to tips that make a big difference and recipes that everyone enjoys, we have all the tools to make your experimentation easy, your experience fun and your kitchen effervescent.

? Premium Water Kefir Grains for Probiotic Beverages: Our Water Kefir Grains are the finest, offering an easy and enjoyable way to create refreshing probiotic beverages right at home. With 25g of live, organic water kefir grains per pack, you can now make delicious and nutritious drinks.

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- From fruit juices to herbs, add your choice of flavouring to your finished Water Kefir.

- Leave it to ferment for over 24-36 hours in a tightly closed flip flop bottle. Once done refrigerate the bottles.

Water Kefir Grains and Milk Kefir Grains are both powerful sources of probiotics, but they're fermented in different mediums. While Milk Kefir Grains require dairy or nut-based milk, Water Kefir Grains thrive in a sugar-water solution. They also offer a dairy-free alternative for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan. The probiotic profile might differ slightly, but both are superb choices for boosting gut health.

We recommend using natural sugars like cane sugar for optimal fermentation, as the kefir grains feed on these sugars. Sugar substitutes like stevia or xylitol do not provide the necessary nutrients for the grains to ferment effectively. For those concerned about sugar intake, the fermentation process consumes most of the sugar, leaving you with a low-sugar, gut-friendly beverage.

Although both Water Kefir and Milk Kefir are fantastic sources of probiotics, you're more likely to see fizz or bubbles in Water Kefir during the second ferment. The first ferment usually won't show any bubbles. For that effervescent quality, you'll need to conduct a successful second ferment using fruit juices in an airtight sealed bottle.

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