How are these sent? Dehydrated?

I received mine wet and sealed in a little plastic cup. Do NOT allow them to dehydrate, but keep them covered in whole milk. Hint: Do not do as I did. Stir gently! I stirred them too hard and destroyed their delicate flower-bud shapes. However, it did not affect their potency and ability to multiply. Start with perhaps a cup of milk and increase over time. You will be doing quarts before you believe it! Also, lemon peel improves the taste.

How long can you stay for For maintaining before it goes bad

It doesn't go bad. That you don't have to worry about. It is a fermentation process and not subject to rot. You should check the jars every few days, and when you find it thickened, pour off most of it through your mesh strainer and into a container for use by the family. That you can put in the refrigerator if you prefer your kefir cold; if not, then don't. After you have poured off most of the kefir, add more whole milk to the jar, filling it, cover it, and in a few more days you have more kefir. Try to avoid stirring up the bottom of the jar; that is where most of your kefir grains are and it is that that produces more kefir. You don't want to beat them into little pieces or you may end up needing to buy more grains. Hope this helps and happy fermenting!

How do I consume the grains please?

Put the grains in a cup of milk, wait 24 hours for them to ferment. Strain them out so you can use them again and put the kefir they made in the refrigerator.

Will these kefir grains work with plant based milks?

You beed carbohydrate for the kefir. Milk has lactose as source of carbs. Plant based milk, it depend which one and if it has added sugar

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Milk Kefir Live Grains - Live Active Starter Cultures Scoby For Homemade Probiotic Drink For Almond, Coconut Kefir Or Whole Milk - Bulgaros De Leche - The Spirit Of The Forest

Milk Kefir Live Grains - Live Active Starter Cultures Scoby For Homemade Probiotic Drink For Almond, Coconut Kefir Or Whole Milk - Bulgaros De Leche - The Spirit Of The Forest

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Flavor
Sour Flavor
Item Form
Grains
Item Weight
4.54 g
Number of Items
1

🌿Authentic Bulgarian traditional strain

🥛Versatile for milk, almond & coconut bases

🦠Live & active probiotic cultures

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🥛✨ Unlock the ancient secret to vibrant gut health—brew your own probiotic magic!

FRESH GMO FREE NATURAL - Pure, unpasteurized grains delivered fresh for a clean, natural probiotic boost.
CRAFT YOUR OWN CREAMY KEFIR - Transform whole, raw, or plant-based milks into rich, tangy probiotic drinks at home.
AUTHENTIC BULGARIAN HERITAGE - Experience the original Bulgaros de Leche flavor rooted in centuries-old fermentation traditions.
VERSATILITY MEETS CONVENIENCE - Perfect for dairy and non-dairy fermentations—almond, coconut, or whole milk, your choice.
GUT BOOSTING PROBIOTIC POWERHOUSE - Elevate your wellness with live cultures that support digestion and immunity.

Milk Kefir Live Grains from The Spirit Of The Forest are live, unpasteurized starter cultures designed for homemade probiotic drinks. Compatible with whole, raw, almond, and coconut milk, these authentic Bulgarian kefir grains enable you to craft rich, creamy, and gut-friendly beverages. GMO-free and natural, they bring traditional fermentation into your modern kitchen for a fresh, health-boosting experience.

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ASIN	B082WJ4LVH
ASIN	B082WJ4LVH
Best Sellers Rank	#104,910 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #52 in Kefir
Brand Name	The Spirit Of The Forest
Container Type	Jar
Customer Reviews	3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars (409)
Dairy Based Drink Variety	Kefir
Flavor	Sour Flavor
Item Form	Grains
Item Package Weight	0.03 kg
Item Weight	4.54 g
Manufacturer	The Spirit Of The Forest
Manufacturer	The Spirit Of The Forest
Number of Items	1
Package Dimensions	7.09 x 4.84 x 1.61 inches; 0.16 ounces
Pasteurization Type	Unpasteurized
Plant or Animal Product Type	dairy
Product Shelf Life	3 weeks
Special Ingredients	GMO Free
Specialty	natural

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