Sea tea, also known as kombucha, is a fermented tea drink that has gained popularity in recent years due to its numerous health benefits. It's made by adding a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast, called a SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast), to sweetened black or green tea. This process creates a fizzy, tangy, and slightly sour drink that is rich in probiotics, antioxidants, and other beneficial compounds.
Sea tea has been shown to have numerous health benefits, including improving gut health, boosting immunity, and reducing inflammation. It's also been known to aid in digestion, reduce stress and anxiety, and even help with weight loss. Additionally, the antioxidants present in sea tea may help protect against certain diseases such as cancer and heart disease.
Making sea tea is relatively easy and only requires a few simple ingredients. First, you'll need to purchase a SCOBY and some starter tea from an online retailer or local health food store. Then, simply combine the SCOBY with sweetened black or green tea in a glass jar, cover it with a cloth, and let it ferment for 7-14 days. Once it's done, you can strain the liquid and enjoy your very own homemade sea tea.