Your kombucha should have a neutral odor at first, and then gradually take on a more vinegary smell. If you begin to notice a rotten or unpleasant odor, toss the liquid, and carefully examine the SCOBY for any signs of mold. If the SCOBY has no mold, simply start again with fresh, filtered water and starter tea. If there is mold on the SCOBY, toss everything and start again with all new ingredients.
Insulated Packaging & Ice Packs
If it's hot in your area (between 90°-100° F), we recommend having your order shipped with insulated packaging and ice packs.
Here are a few things you should know:
- This will help your cultures stay cool for up to the first 72 hours of travel
- The package usually won't arrive cold
- This is ok, we just don't want your cultures to get too hot along the way (over 100°F)
- If it's hotter than 100° in your area, we recommend not ordering until it cools down.
- You'll still need to be home when the package arrives so you can bring it inside right away
- This shipping add-on doesn't count toward the $99 needed for free shipping
- We recommend selecting UPS Next Day Air or UPS 2nd Day Air for shipping.
