The Ziliny Kombucha Complete Starter Kit seems to be a pretty decent choice for home kombucha brewing, featuring two one-gallon glass jars with dispensing valves. Based on our research, opinions on the durability of the spigots are mixed. Some people are okay with the plastic material, but others have run into leaks, so switching to sturdier stainless steel spigots could be a good idea if that's something you care about.
The kit also comes with elastic cloth covers and temperature strips. The covers help keep out unwanted contaminants while letting air in, and the temperature strips help you keep an eye on the brewing conditions.
But keep in mind, the manufacturer notes that the temperature strips are disposable, so you'll have to replace them more often than you might like.
As for packaging, it seems to be hit or miss. Some have reported receiving broken or chipped jars, which is likely due to not enough protection during shipping. Better packaging could probably help with that.
On the upside, many people seem happy with the thickness and quality of the jars once they arrive in one piece.
And if you like to experiment, the kit isn't just limited to kombucha. According to the manufacturer, you can explore brewing a variety of beverages with it.
So while there are some areas that could be improved, especially with the spigots and packaging, the key parts of the kit seem to be pretty solid. If you’re thinking about getting this kit, it might be wise to look into feedback specifically related to these points to see how they might affect your experience.
