Art of Kombucha Brewing at Crabtree Farms — Chattanooga Workshop for Beginners

Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga hosts an intimate, hands-on kombucha workshop that turns kitchen curiosity into a repeatable craft. Located at 1000 E 30th Street in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the class runs two hours and is aimed at beginners and homebrewers who want to learn safe, intentional fermentation. Facilitator Danielle Brasel guides small groups — up to ten people — through the history, health science, and practical steps of brewing kombucha, and every attendee leaves with a starter kit and a personalized bottle. The evening begins with a short primer: what kombucha is, how SCOBYs work, and which microbes give the brew its tang and probiotic benefits. Students move from theory to hands-on practice, measuring tea and sugar, tempering temperature, and watching the first seal of the SCOBY. Danielle emphasizes sanitation, timing, and flavor balance while demonstrating simple flavoring techniques using fruit, herbs, and spices. The class covers bottling and carbonation tips, cold storage, and troubleshooting common problems so that new brewers feel confident setting up their own batches at home. Set on an urban farm property, the workshop benefits from fresh produce nearby and a community-minded atmosphere; you may hear pollinators at work or glimpse garden beds that supply local food programs. The format is practical: printed instructions accompany the starter kit, and instructor notes focus on replicable steps rather than vague theory. Age minimum is 16, and the space is designed for close observation and active participation rather than passive lecture. Practical details: the meeting point is Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga • 1000 E 30th Street Chattanooga, TN 37407. The class accepts up to ten people, runs roughly two hours, and allows refunds if requested up to seven days before the workshop with a 10% cancellation fee. For questions or special arrangements, contact Chloe Watts at 423-493-9155 or [email protected]. No prior fermentation experience is required; just bring curiosity and a willingness to taste test responsibly. This workshop is a clear fit for travelers and locals who want a low-stakes, skill-forward indoor experience anchored to local food culture. It’s practical craftwork you can replicate in a small kitchen, and the starter kit makes the transition from classroom to home smooth. Whether you’re building a new hobby or sourcing a beginner-friendly souvenir, the Art of Kombucha Brewing distills fermentation into an accessible, enjoyable evening. Expect tasting notes, troubleshooting checklists, and small-group troubleshooting where Danielle shares household substitutions and storage hacks that work in city apartments. The environment is intentionally hands-on and social: you’ll swap ideas with neighbors and leave with confidence to start your first fermentation cycle. Workshops are scheduled periodically; check the referral booking link to reserve your spot and verify seasonal dates. Space fills fast on popular dates. Reserve early.