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MTO Kombucha Tasting with Ralph Crafts at Willowsford Farm

Kombucha is a sweetened black tea into which a Kombucha culture, called a SCOBY (Symbiotic Colony of Bacteria and Yeast) is added. Known as “the elixir of long life,” Kombucha’s origins and benefits trace back 2,000 years to ancient China. From there, it found its way across Russia, becoming widely established as an effective folk medicine in rural communities. The drink received international exposure when Soviet doctors discovered entire communities appeared to have been protected from dangerous environmental pollution by a nutritious drink. In recent years, Kombucha has become popular in the United States for helping people with a wide variety of health conditions, from digestive disorders, skin problems, high cholesterol and poorly functioning immune systems as well as people in good health with goals for improved athletic performance, better sleep and higher energy levels.

If you’ve visited the Willowsford Farm Stand this year, you’ve probably heard us talking about our favorite local brew, MTO Kombucha, or peeked at one of their pamphlets in order to understand why other shoppers are picking it up by the case and half gallon. This Saturday, join us for a tasting and learn all about the popular beverage from the Founder and Master Brewer, Ralph Crafts, himself. Ralph will be sharing the incredible story behind his business from 10:00am-2:00pm. 

Also for sale at the Farm Stand this (and every) Saturday: Fresh farm produce (squash, zukes, tomatoes, peppers, hot peppers, herbs, potatoes, eggplant, melons and more); Local, pastured and hormone-free meats from Mount Vernon Grassfed, Whiffletree Farm and New Asbury Farm; Trickling Springs milk and ice cream; Cherry Glen Goat Cheeses and Oak Spring Dairy cheeses; Spring Mill Bread; Local Pepper Jelly and Chutney, Flower bouquets from Greenstone Fields; and baked goods from Kate Jansen at Willow Restaurant.  

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