{"title":"Gifts for Fermenters","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop our collection of gift ideas for budding or even advanced fermenters!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kombucha-kit","title":"Kombucha Starter Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo you love kombucha, but are tired of spending so much to get your fix? Are you a budding cook or fermenter looking to dip your toe into the fascinating world of living foods? Or, are you just looking for your next (delicious) hobby?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell, we've got you covered!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDEFINITION Kombucha (AKA 'booch'): 'a drink produced by fermenting sweet tea with a culture of yeast and bacteria.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSounds cool huh?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis simple, practical kit contains all the important things you need to make your first batch of kombucha (see 'What's not included' for what else you'll need).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have years of experience teaching kombucha workshops and brewing our own delicious, tangy, fizzy booch and now we get to share that with you! We've condensed all our knowledge and expertise into thorough, easy-to-digest downloadable instructions which you'll receive as part of this kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat Gift Sorted: this kit makes a great gift for budding fermenters or brewers, kombucha lovers looking to spend a little less on their favourite drink or a foodie looking for new culinary delights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany know kombucha as a 'health tonic' because it contains live cultures (bacteria and yeast used to brew it), organic acids and less sugar than many fizzy drinks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut kombucha is so much more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love it for it's tongue-tickling tanginess, natural fizz and complexity of taste, especially when compared to other fizzy drinks (and also many shop-bought kombuchas, which just don't stand up to home brewed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKombucha is also a great alcohol alternative as it contains trace-to-low amounts of alcohol, depending on the brewing method. With our kit and detailed brewing instructions you can take control and either maximise the alcohol potential or learn how to keep it to a minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are thousands of different ways to brew kombucha with beloved ingredients like breakfast tea or you can get as crazy as you like with brews made from mushroom, yuzu juice or fresh mint!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this starter kit you'll get the confidence and skills you need to make consistently delicious, safe kombucha which you can take as far as you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLEASE NOTE: the glass of kombucha featured in the product pictures is not provided in the kit and is for display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Crafty Pickle Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56716857934201,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/1035\/7369\/files\/e22761d1-cf420e_7a481494bace49309c3d6b8d109e6494_mv2.jpg?v=1771847863"},{"product_id":"ferment-fermentation-for-beginners-by-rachel-mulligan","title":"Ferment! Fermentation for Beginners by Rachel Mulligan","description":"\u003cp\u003eFerment! Fermentation for Beginners by Rachel Mulligan (Hardcover)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've seen us out and about at markets and events you'll have noticed we sell this beginners guide to making your own ferments at home, written by Aberdeenshire author Rachel Mulligan. We're passionate about passing on the bug for fermenting and this book (along with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thecraftypickle.co.uk\/blog\/categories\/fermentation\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e'how to' videos\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thecraftypickle.co.uk\/blog\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eblogs\u003c\/a\u003e on our website!) is a great way to get started. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10% of the sale of this book is donated to the incredible charity CFINE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a bit about the book...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's the first thing that comes to mind at the mention of cultured foods? Perhaps you've noticed the growing interest in fermented foods and their many potential health benefits? Maybe you've already had a go, but would like to improve your knowledge and expand your range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerment! is a beginner's guide to help you get started. This book will help you learn the basics of fermentation as well as improve your understanding of the numerous health benefits that this ancient method of preserving food can bring when enjoyed as part of your daily diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book contains many tried-and-tested recipes for fermenting fruits, vegetables, grains and dairy. It also contains troubleshooting guides to help work out what went wrong on the occasions where things went awry, because it happens to the most experienced of us!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExample recipes you'll find inside include...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarlic in honey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNapa cabbage kimchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourdough starter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGinger bug\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eRejuvelac\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWater kefir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreme fraiche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple cider vinegar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as delicious recipes for using your favourite ferments, including: Kimchi-jigae, Lentil soup, Gazpacho, Pork belly with kimchi, Tepache colada and Christmas daquiri!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll be sure to find inspiration, tips and tricks to support your fermentation journey for a long while to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Crafty Pickle Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56716861014393,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/1035\/7369\/files\/6d540be0-cf420e_1136b9759b204aac97c13613bc7bfa7a_mv2.jpg?v=1773919233"},{"product_id":"the-crafty-pickle-co-gift-card","title":"The Crafty Pickle Co. 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