Five Star Gift Ideas

If your son enjoys home brewing kombucha, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that you can consider to further enhance his brewing experience. Here are a few options:

1. Kombucha Brewing Kit: Consider getting him a complete brewing kit that includes all the essential tools and ingredients needed to brew kombucha, such as a brewing vessel, SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast), organic tea, and sugar. This would allow him to experiment with different flavors and techniques.

2. Specialty Tea Selection: Since brewing kombucha requires tea as one of its main ingredients, you can gift your son a selection of specialty teas. Look for unique and high-quality teas like oolong, green tea, or herbal blends to add variety to his brewing process and introduce new flavors to his kombucha.

3. Fermentation Accessories: Help him enhance his brewing setup with fermentation accessories. Consider getting him bottles with tightly sealed caps for bottling his kombucha, a stainless steel strainer for filtering, and reusable swing-top bottles for storing.

4. Kombucha Recipe Book: Gift your son a recipe book specifically focused on kombucha brewing. Look for books that provide detailed instructions, tips, and a range of recipes for different flavors and variations. This will give him the opportunity to expand his knowledge and try out new combinations.

5. Glass Fermentation Weights: Help your son improve his brewing process by providing him with glass fermentation weights. These weights sit on top of the liquid in the brewing vessel and help keep the SCOBY submerged, which improves the fermentation process and reduces the risk of mold or contamination.

6. Personalized Labels and Tags: Customize some labels or tags for your son to use on his kombucha bottles. You can include his name, the flavor, and the date of brewing to give his creations a personalized touch. This will not only add a professional look to his bottles but also make his kombucha gifts more special when sharing them with friends and family.

7. Brewery Tour or Workshop: Research local breweries or workshops that offer kombucha brewing tours or classes. This could be a fun and educational experience for your son where he can learn new techniques, interact with other brewers, and gain valuable insights into the kombucha brewing industry.

8. Subscription Box: Consider signing your son up for a kombucha subscription box. These boxes typically include a variety of kombucha flavors from different brands, allowing him to try out new tastes and expand his palate. Additionally, some subscription boxes may also include brewing supplies or accessories as part of the package.

Remember, the key to finding a meaningful gift is understanding your son's passion for kombucha brewing and finding ways to enhance his experience. By considering these gift ideas, you can support his hobby and encourage him to continue exploring the fascinating world of kombucha.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”