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Fresh Kefir Grains/Recipe

$34.97
$29.97
(You save $5.00 )
includes free USPS Priority Shipping with cold pack

About This Product

FRESH KEFIR GRAINS - price includes USPS Priority Shipping with cold pack

Kefir is a fermented and cultured beverage. As far as taste goes, it tastes a lot like a yogurt drink. What makes Kefir so great to have on hand is that it is nutrient dense. It has plenty of B vitamins, potassium, calcium and protein. Not to mention, like yogurt, the probiotics are important. They help improve the healthy bacteria ratio in your gastrointestinal tract. While you can use dairy milk to produce Kefir, you can also choose non-dairy options like coconut milk which makes a lovely smooth Kefir.

Most of the time, Kefir will ferment at room temperature. However, in the winter, it may be too cold for it to heat properly. The milk produced is creamy and tart but where Kefir is different is that it is a lot thinner than yogurt. So, what do you need to make the best Kefir? Kefir grains are the key. We cultivate our own Kefir grains using local whole milk (homogenized). It's a daily ordeal, feeding them milk so they grow and multiply. They also grow larger through multiple feedings.

Our fresh grown Kefir grains produce a full flavor profile to create authentic fresh Kefir.

When you have Kefir grains, expect them to propagate or to produce more grains. Dehydrated Kefir grains will produce Kefir, but it won't include many of the healthy bacteria and yeast that is produced using fresh Kefir grains. And, dehydrated Kefir grains may not multiply.  

In order to maintain a warm temperature in your Kefir vessel, you should consider fermentation heater belts. These belts will help keep your Kefir grains warm, especially when the colder months arrive. Now that you know where to buy Kefir grains, there’s no reason not to have the freshest Kefir grains possible. 

Use the proper strainer to collect all the Kefir grains, especially the baby grains which can fall through some strainers. Our stainless steel strainers are double mesh and their holes are about 1/32nd inch.

NOTES:

  • The grains we harvest and sell are EXACTLY the big fluffy grains you see on our website.

 

  • Before shipping the grains we Fresh Freeze them, as this allows them to travel safely for several days
    • When we freeze them the grains are both protected but also stressed when they are revived- follow the revival instructions.
    • The grains exude liquid when frozen, shrinking in size.
    • We ship our grains USPS Priority Mail, fresh frozen and in a thermal envelope. They will thaw during transit; that's not an issue. 
    • Once revived (as per instructions) the grains will grow, thrive and multiply as well.
    • You’ll have big fluffy grains after a couple of weeks of nurturing and feeding them properly.
  • The grains you receive will make fantastic Kefir!

 

Includes 38-40 grams, approximately 2 Tbsp.

  • Made fresh each week
  • Directions included 

Fresh Milk Kefir GrainsOur Fresh Grown Kefir Grains include approximately 35-38 grams of fresh Kefir grains, and instructions on how to care, maintain and propagate your fresh milk Kefir grains. Our Kefir grains are propagated using high quality local pasteurized cow milk. Working with real Kefir grains is easy.  Freeze your extra grains for later use or give away to others. 

Purchase our Fermentation Heater Belt** at a nice discount to maintain a warmer temperature in your Kefir making vessel, very useful during the colder winter months. **Use our Heater Belt once you start fermenting at least 1/2 gallon or more of milk. Do not allow your fermentation vessel to overheat. Position the heater belt above the Kefir grains/milk so you maintain a temperature of approximately 70-80f. Higher temps produce smaller grains.

 

Kefir recipe.

Purchase an additional package of Fresh Kefir Grains and SAVE $10.00 on the 2nd Pack! 

Our Kefir grains, which originally came from eastern Europe** contain loads of healthy bacteria and yeast, including many of the following. Some time ago we had our grains tested by a pathologist friend who confirmed there were at least 40+ different bacteria and yeast present. **We've been propagating these same grains for years. The grains are our babies and we take great care of them.

Lactobacillus acidophilus|, Lactobacillus brevis, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus, Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. delbrueckii, Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. lactis, Lactobacillus helveticus, Lactobacillus kefiranofaciens subsp. kefiranofaciens, Lactobacillus kefiri, Lactobacillus paracasei subsp. paracasei, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus sake, Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris, Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis, Lactococcus lactis, Leuconostoc mesenteroides subsp. cremoris, Leuconostoc mesenteroides subsp. dextranicum, Leuconostoc mesenteroides subsp. mesenteroides, Pseudomonas, Pseudomonas fluorescens, Pseudomonas putida, Streptococcus thermophilus 

 

Shipping is included for this item;  other orders FREE Shipping for orders $45 USD or more within the USA or Puerto Rico.   Select 'Canada' for shipping to Canada.

 

Other International shipping available.  Priority Shipping (2-3 Days average) available at checkout.  Call for overnight options.

 

What Our Customers Say

  • 5
    Killer Kefir Grains

    Posted by Chris on 16th Apr 2019

    As i am a newcomer to the Fermenting community I was anticipating the experience of ordering from Steve; online reviews help but ultimately it boils down to personal experience... my personal experience was fantastic!!! My expectations (quite demanding, as i value my dollar) were exceeded in every way: Shipping: Fast Packaging: Excellent Quality of product: Astounding Customer Service: Totally Awesome So glad i ordered from Steve. Blessings and Abundance upon all the folks at TheCheeseMaker!

  • 5
    Always the best!

    Posted by Chef Ryan on 13th Apr 2019

    I have ordered many products from Steve over the years, kefir grains included, and I continue to rave about his service! Kefir arrived in perfect order with double or triple the quantity of other suppliers. Excited to highlight this product in a dairy fermenting class next month. Thanks again!

  • 5
    Very Happy !

    Posted by L. Magill on 9th Mar 2019

    I live I Hawaii so I was worried about the Kefir Grains dying in transport. Steve worked out the best day to ship and made sure to cold pack them for me. They did survive the trip. Steve is also extremely helpful with the questions I later had about raising and storage of my grains. Very Happy.

  • 5
    Great kefir!

    Posted by Laura on 1st Jan 2019

    I had a batch of kefir that I had kept going for 3 years. Then life intervened, and I killed it. I tried the freeze dried grains from snotber supplier - no go, and got my money back. Got a restart of my strain from a friend, but it was yeast contaminated. Oops - I use my kefir not only for smoothies, but to culture my cheese - can’t have yeast in it. Ordered Steve’s, they came quickly, and as advertised, they are plump, happy grains. The doubled size in under a week once they were up and running (per instructions included). I highly recommend these to anyone wanting high quality kefir grains.

  • 5
    Very happy with the product

    Posted by Irina on 4th Sep 2018

    I was looking to buy kefir grains for many months. I could not find them anywhere. I was very happy to see this product on your website. It works great and the instructions are very good and when I had a question I was able to contact you and get the answer. The kefir is very good for the digestive system that I was able to make from your product. Thank you very much.

  • 5
    Lively grains

    Posted by Ann on 23rd Aug 2018

    I was very pleased with the kefir grains I purchased a few weeks ago. They were moist and fresh, also packaged well and speedily delivered with very clear instructions for use. They’ve worked well as I continue to experiment ....so simple compared to yogurt-making! Thanks Steve.

  • 5
    Kefir

    Posted by Betty Heird on 20th Aug 2018

    Just getting used to kefir. The taste is great. The grains got here in good condition and acclimated quickly. They have multiplied quickly I have already saved some for backup and tried eating extra grains.

  • 5
    Great tasting kefir!

    Posted by Paul Whitman on 19th Aug 2018

    Received the grains ready to start cultures (NOT dehydrated). They make a pleasant tasting kefir that yields a whey with more lactic acid than acetic acid (vinegar), which is what I got with dehydrated grains from another source...who shall remain nameless. Should it be necessary, I will order more from you in the future. Also, Steve is a really nice guy on the phone.

  • 5
    Excellent

    Posted by EL on 13th Aug 2018

    The grains came very fast. Once revived they are producing the most delicious kefir (and multiplying to no end).

  • 5
    Grains Are Multiplying

    Posted by Cindy on 24th Jul 2018

    The kefir is not thick at all but has a good flavor. The grains are multiplying rapidly. Note from Steve TheCheeseMaker: To get thicker Kefir, harvest when the Kefir is at it's most creamiest. Use our Medium Draining/Straining Bag to drain off some of the whey. Store bought Kefir has thickeners and additives to make it thicken artificially.

  • 5
    Good quality!

    Posted by Amanda Rodgers on 10th Jul 2018

    A hefty amount of healthy grains that go to work right away. Very pleased!

  • 5
    Making thick kefir everyday

    Posted by Bob Mays on 8th Jun 2018

    Very healthy kefir grains. Making the best kefir that I have every had.