Neighbor keeps asking for my kombucha starter but doesn't get the risks

My next door neighbor saw my SCOBY hotel and now wants me to give her one to start her own batch. The thing is, she's the type to forget stuff in her fridge for months, and I know she won't keep it right. I feel bad saying no, but I also don't want to be responsible if she gets sick from a moldy brew. It's a weird spot between wanting to share the hobby and knowing some people just shouldn't mess with live cultures.

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burns.terry3d ago

Get why you're hesitant to share your SCOBY. But the risk of someone getting sick from moldy kombucha is pretty low. Mold is easy to see and smell, so she'll know if it goes bad. If she forgets it, the worst that happens is she wastes some tea. You could give her a small starter with simple rules. Tell her to check it weekly.

michaelkim3d agoMost Upvoted

What if she ruins it and blames you?