Is a SCOBY/starter tea necessary for making kombucha?

Homebrew Kombucha
*You can read more about what a SCOBY is and my two cents on the “pellicle vs. SCOBY argument” here: https://www.youbrewkombucha.com/what-is-a-scoby

Here are the videos I reference:
Why vinegar is unnecessary for kombucha brewing: https://youtu.be/-y4qH5gqdDM
How to acquire a quality SCOBY: https://youtu.be/WxARAvleqHo

* For a list of all my recommended materials + where to buy them (for new brewers to build your own kombucha starter kit or for expert brewers to upgrade your materials): https://www.youbrewkombucha.com/byo-starter-kit

*Order my book — The Kombucha Crafter’s Logbook — from Amazon: https://amzn.to/2XX9Fcy

* Find all my kombucha articles, videos and how-tos at https://www.youbrewkombucha.com

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