Michael Sommer of Purple Sage Farms Explains How to Make Kombucha

In the May 23 issue of Boise Weekly, Michael Sommer of Purple Sage Farms talks about his organic kombucha as a part of BW's ongoing Makers series. Kombucha is a tea-based fermented beverage with many devotees who claim the drink has elixir-like qualities, can detoxify the body and energize the mind.… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]

The Kombucha Kid

Pulling out what looked like a hunk of decaying beef from a large glass jar, Michael Sommer of Purple Sage Farms smiled like a proud parent and said, "Look at this monster." by Anne Henderson Pulling out what looked like a hunk of decaying beef from a large glass jar, Michael Sommer of Purple Sage Farms smiled like a proud parent and said, "Look at this monster." What he held was actually a ...

Kombucha gets new flavors at Boulder Farmers Market with Boulder Bucha

I dig things sour, things pickled, things vinegary. So kombucha, a fermented tea that has a vinegar kick, has been my non-boozy beverage of choice for years. I go through quite a bit of the stuff, and it’s not cheap (usually about $2.50 a bottle), so I’ve started making it at home. It probably costs [...]

Loblolly Creamery adds to refreshment repetoire

Jess Miller Sweet, tart, and ice cold By now, I'm sure you're all aware of the wonderful cold treats available from Loblolly Creamery at South Main's Green Corner Store , but ice cream isn't the only summertime refreshment they have available. Loblolly's newest treat is as tasty as it is good for you: house-made kombucha, a naturally carbonated tea-based drink with a crisp and tangy taste that's ...

Clean Breeze Smoothie

This refreshing smoothie is made with cucumber and kiwi and gets a kick from ginger-flavored kombucha and fresh cilantro. 1. Combine cucumber, kiwis, kombucha, yogurt, cilantro and ice cubes in blender; blend until smooth. Serve immediately.