#GetBooched — kombucha

Shannon Kamins

ALL ABOUT KOMBUCHA

GUT HEALTH The health of your digestive tract and gut flora directly correlates with your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. The connection between gut and health has been overlooked in the past 50 years; however, it is increasingly gaining attention. Populations are experiencing increased instances of diet-related gut issues than ever before: Weight struggles & obesity affects 1 billion people Malnutrition & hunger affects 1 billion people Studies conducted by the Dannon Company in 2007 showed that: Nearly 90% of Americans deal with occasional problems with digestion 70% of women say digestive concerns negatively impact their daily lives Digestive...

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Shannon Kamins

SCOBY WHO? WHAT’S THAT IN MY BOOCH?

At Booch, we get so many questions about our SCOBY, such as: What is floating in my Booch? Does your kombucha have that SCOBY thing in it? Can I drink the SCOBY? We’re here to answer any and all inquiries you have about SCOBYs, to clear up SCOBY misconceptions, and to explain the purpose and functionality of this pancake, mushroom-like substance. (Though it is not a mushroom!) WHAT IS A SCOBY? SCOBY is the acronym for Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast. While a SCOBY does mimic a mushroom, there are no mushrooms in Booch. A SCOBY is the living...

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Shannon Kamins

MEET THE FARMERS AT LOCO FIELDS

We have partnered with Ryan & Mindy from  Loco Fields  for years now, and we continuously celebrate their unique offerings (like local organic ginger and turmeric root!!!) and even use it in our crafted kombucha and jun! Mindy and Ryan are dedicated growers, and I love seeing their faces either at the market, or bumping into them at events. On top of sourcing their locally grown organic ginger and turmeric root, we work with Loco Fields to source other locally available fruits like peaches and concord grapes, aronia berries, saskatoon berries and more. I will always remember one of the first times I...

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FOREST CITY COOKBOOK - BLUEBERRY THYME KOMBUCHA

This cookbook shares the stories of 35 farmers who are making the difference in our local food system. The hands that feed your family and support your community, take care of the soil and preserve the health of our bountiful land for the generations to come. The book also includes the stories of 5 artisans, 1 chocolate-maker, 2 coffee roasters and 1 brewmaster that bring together their heart and soul to transform raw materials into masterpieces. Shannon Kamins , owner and master fermenter of Booch, shares a great blend for a yummy drink at home! To get a copy for...

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