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Whether you're brewing kombucha, fermenting milk kefir, water kefir, or making yogurt, this jar is a versatile workhorse in any home fermentation kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.25L capacity — ideal for first fermentation and continuous kombucha brewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide 3\" mouth for easy SCOBY access and cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick, durable glass construction built to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes metal twist-on lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for kombucha, milk kefir, water kefir, vegetable ferments, and yogurt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 1\/2 gallon (approx. 2.25L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid: Metal twist-on lid included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening: 3\" wide mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBrewing Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill to 3\/4 capacity for the best kombucha brewing results and maximum SCOBY surface area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover with a breathable cloth secured with an elastic band during fermentation — do not use the lid while brewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandwash recommended; do not pour boiling water directly into the jar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash thoroughly before first use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Happy Kombucha","offers":[{"title":"Single jar","offer_id":216508510,"sku":"hpvess00004","price":5.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Two jars","offer_id":224551708,"sku":"hpvess00005","price":10.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Three jars","offer_id":505016501,"sku":"2.5BJ-C1","price":15.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Four jars","offer_id":505016769,"sku":"2.5BJ-L1","price":20.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0154\/8199\/products\/Copy_of_Copy_of_Funky_6.png?v=1623856071"},{"product_id":"brown-glass-swing-lid-bottle-6-pack","title":"Glass 500ML Screw Lid F2 Bottles","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake your home brew to the next level with these 500ml glass screw lid bottles — purpose-built for second fermentation (F2) of kombucha, water kefir, and ginger beer. The re-usable tamper-evident screw lid creates a reliable seal that helps build carbonation beautifully, giving you that satisfying fizz in every bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 500ml capacity, these bottles are the ideal size for portioning out your brew into individual servings. 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The tight weave mesh catches even the smallest grains, so nothing goes to waste between batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 15cm in diameter, it's the perfect size for straining directly into a jug or bowl. Made from tough, food-safe BPA-free plastic with a nylon mesh, it's built to handle daily use in your fermentation routine — and importantly, nylon is non-reactive with acidic kefir, making it a safer choice than metal mesh alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine nylon mesh — ideal for straining milk kefir and water kefir grains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBPA-free plastic rim — food safe and non-reactive with acidic ferments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 15cm diameter — great for everyday home fermentation use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable construction for long-lasting daily use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCare \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse immediately after use to prevent kefir residue drying on the mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandwash with warm soapy water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use abrasive scrubbers on the mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ancient wisdom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":231134136,"sku":"hpeqp00166","price":4.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0154\/8199\/files\/Plastic_sieve-_Happykombucha.png?v=1724859759"},{"product_id":"whitworths-organic-golden-granulated-fairtrade-sugar","title":"Billingtons Organic Golden granulated\/Caster Fairtrade sugar- 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003e Perfect for kefir or Kombucha homebaking and ginger beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003eBillingtons unrefined natural sugar has been very carefully produced to lock in rather than refine out, the natural molasses of the sugar cane, it is this difference which give Billington's sugar its unique richness, depth of flavour and natural colour\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003eOrganic, Ideal for tea \u0026amp; coffee, kombucha or kefir, cereal, fruit, Suitable for vegetarians \u0026amp; vegans\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e500g bag \u003cbr\u003eBillington's pioneered the launch of organic sugars in the UK. \u003cbr\u003eOrganic production methods avoid the use of herbicides, pesticides and artificial fertilisers minimising the damage to the environment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDietary Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for Vegans; Suitable for Vegetarians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"nutrition\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Values\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 100g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1700kJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e399kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which saturates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.15g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ancient wisdom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":404243709,"sku":"hping00211","price":2.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0154\/8199\/products\/51fGdliWE9L._AC.jpg?v=1623856484"},{"product_id":"stick-on-lcd-thermometer","title":"Stick-on Thermometer","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"product_page_tab_box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product_page_tab_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_page_tab_content_cms\" id=\"overview_tab_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese stick on thermometers are perfect for fermenting at home. Easy to stick on and quick and easy to use. They can be used for \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKombucha- both batch and continuous method (f1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKombucha bottling-easy way to see what temperature your bottles are at (f2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKefir- both milk and water kefir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinger beer - can be used in the feeding and brewing stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyogurt making and more....\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eQuick and easy to use, will stick to glass or plastic\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping your Kombucha amd kefir at the correct temperature whilst brewing will help it ferment correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dual Scale, Stick-on LCD Thermometer is an easy way to check that your  brew is at the correct temperature with easy to read figures ranging from 14-40C and 57-104F. 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With 400 strips per pack, you'll have plenty to test every batch without worrying about running out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTesting pH is particularly useful when you're starting out on your fermentation journey, experimenting with new recipes, or troubleshooting a batch that doesn't taste quite right. 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