Where to Buy Water Kefir Grains in South Africa
What is called water kefir grains?
Water kefir grains, also known as tibicos or Japanese water crystals, are plump, translucent grain-textured bacterial cultures that transform sugar into healthy probiotics, enzymes, and electrolytes.
Where can I buy water kefir grains in South Africa?
Water kefir grains are sold at the following enterprises in South Africa:
1. The ProHealth Shop; located at South Africa
2. NuMe SA Pty; located at Centurion
3. NUDE FOODS; located at Cape Town
4. Woolworths; located at Cape Town
5. Faithful to Nature Muizenberg; located at Cape Town
6. Jasmyn Farm Products; located at Hartbeespoort
7. Aheers Foodworks; located at Kranskop
8. Woolworths Station Square; located at Hermanus
How do you make kefir grains at home?
1. Put ½ tsp kefir grains in the jar.
2. Fill the jar with a pint of milk, leaving around 2cm head space if using a clip top jar, or at least 5cm if using a cloth-covered jar.
3. Allow it ferment for 18-24 hours on the counter. When the milk thickens, it is fermented into kefir.
How can I tell if my water kefir grains are dead?
You can test your water kefir grains by fermenting a new batch to see if they have perished. If the grains are dead, the water will be exceedingly delicious with no indication of fermentation.
Mold growth on the surface is another indicator.
How much water kefir grains do you need?
There is no set quantity, nor is there any form of limit. If you only want a cup of water kefir each day, use 1 tablespoon of water kefir grains.
Are water kefir grains reusable?
Water kefir grains can be reused several times.
Do water kefir grains multiply?
Water kefir grains can reproduce rapidly under the right conditions
How fast do water kefir grains grow?
They will grow anywhere from 5% – 400% within 48 hours.
Is it okay to cut, chop, or blend water kefir grains?
It is safe since cutting, chopping, or mixing does not harm the cultures because the organisms are tiny; it only makes the grains smaller.
How do you store water kefir grains?
Simply place the grains in a jar of water or sugar water and place it in the fridge.
