6 Awesome Alternative Uses for Kombucha Tea
Have you jumped on the kombucha tea-making bandwagon yet? If so, good for you. If not, why not? It’s tasty, good for you, and cheaper to make yourself than to buy it. Plus, there are so many alternative uses for kombucha tea.
If you already make your own kombucha tea, you may sometimes end up making more than you can drink. Then there’s the question of what to do with the SCOBYs (the Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast, aka the “slimy stuff”) that inevitably accumulate.
While leftover kombucha is hard to imagine, it’s not impossible. Once you start making it, it’ll be easy to make too much. Don’t worry, there are a plethora of alternative uses for kombucha tea beyond just drinking it. This stuff is actually quite practical around the home, for body care, and more.
1. Kombucha Vinegar
Did you know that you can substitute kombucha tea for vinegar? Yup, use the stuff just as you would vinegar — particularly if you have a batch of kombucha that ferments a little too long.
2. Face Toner
Just as with vinegar, the acidity of kombucha can be good for your skin. It can help deal with oily skin and blemishes, as well as provide overall toning to the skin. Mix equal parts kombucha and distilled water. Store in the fridge if you won’t use it up in a week or so, to keep SCOBYs from developing.
3. Hair Rinse
And ditto for a hair rinse. Turn kombucha into a hair rinse to promote healthy locks and shine. Just massage kombucha into your roots and rinse well for softer and more manageable hair.
4. Kombucha Cocktail
If you do happen to make more kombucha than you could drink up in a week, invite some friends over for kombucha cocktails. One cocktail idea is for a Kombucha Mule. Mix kombucha, vodka, and lime juice to taste for a tasty cocktail drink.
5. Kombucha Cleaner
Use kombucha vinegar wherever you would use vinegar to clean your home. Whether it’s to clean counters or windows, kombucha is a wonderful alternative to toxic cleaners.
6. Marinade
Use kombucha vinegar as a marinade for vegetables or meats. Marinating with kombucha vinegar can impart a lot of flavor and moisture.
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