Our Favorite Fermentation Tools

The Gateway Drug to Precision Cooking

At $64, the Nano 2.0 is Anova's most accessible sous vide — and for many fermenters, it's all you'll ever need. This pocket-sized powerhouse maintains temperatures within 0.1°C, making it perfect for yogurt cultures, tempeh incubation, and yes, those Instagram-worthy steaks everyone raves about.

Compact Specs, Full Functionality

• 750W heating element — takes longer to heat but handles 5-gallon (19L) containers fine
• Bluetooth connectivity — control from your couch (within 30 feet)
• 12.8" height — actually fits in kitchen drawers unlike larger models
• Fixed clamp design — works with most pots but not adjustable
• 0.1°C precision — same accuracy as models costing 3x more
• 3,000-hour continuous operation — enough for years of home use

Why Fermenters Love the Nano

This isn't just about perfect eggs and tender chicken (though it excels there too). The Nano shines for fermentation projects: maintaining koji at exactly 30°C for 48 hours, keeping kefir cultures happy at 22°C, or incubating tempeh at a steady 31°C. The compact size means you can dedicate it to fermentation while your main cooker handles dinner. Users report years of reliable service, with one reviewer using theirs for film developing — if it's precise enough for chemistry, it's precise enough for your sourdough starter.

🌡️ Perfect entry point for precision temperature control — whether you're fermenting, cooking, or just curious about sous vide without the investment.

My Favorite Lids for Yogurt-Making (and So Much More)

If you've been dabbling in homemade yogurt, you know the container matters. These lids? They're the unsung heroes of my yogurt setup.

Unlike the metal two-piece lids that rust or warp in the sous vide, these plastic screw-on lids are leak-proof, rust-free, and beautifully boring — in the best way. They just work. Tight seal, no drips, and easy to open even with one hand.

I use them every week for jars of yogurt, but also for chia pudding, salad dressing, nut milks, and anything I want to stash without drama. They survive dishwashers, hot water baths, toddlers, and the occasional fridge avalanche.

Why I Keep Reordering These

• Leak-proof — ideal for yogurt, broth, or anything sloshy
• Rust-free plastic — no weird flavors, no maintenance
• Easy screw-on design — no fiddling with rings or seals
• Works with all regular-mouth jars — versatile and dependable
• Dishwasher and microwave safe — cleaning is a breeze

👩‍🔬 For fermentation, storage, or your daily chia pudding ritual — these lids have earned their spot in the drawer.

The Lids That Never Rust, Stick, or Leak

If you're tired of rust rings and fussy two-piece lids, these wide mouth plastic Ball lids are a gift from the yogurt gods.

They twist on smooth, seal completely, and — most importantly — hold up beautifully in sous vide water baths. For anyone making yogurt or storing fermented goodies in the fridge, these are a no-brainer.

Unlike some off-brand versions, the Ball lids are reliably leak-proof, durable, and easy to clean (dishwasher safe, of course). And they don’t warp over time — even after many batches of bubbling, steaming, gut-happy food.

Why These Live on My Favorite Jars

• Leak-proof + airtight — perfect for yogurts, sauces, ferments, or broth
• Won’t rust or warp — safe for sous vide and other wet adventures
• Wide mouth fit — easy to pour, easy to store, easy to love
• One-piece plastic construction — no fuss, no gaskets, no mold hiding places
• Made by Ball — the OG Mason jar brand

🫙 If you’ve ever wrestled with a sticky ring lid or lost one to rust, you’ll know why these are such a delight.

When You're Ready to Give Your Sourdough the Jar It Deserves

Yes, you can raise a beautiful sourdough starter in a Mason jar.
But if you’ve ever spilled discard on your counter, lost track of feeding days, or fumbled with cling wrap and rubber bands — this jar changes the game.

The Baytoot starter jar kit is thoughtfully designed for the fermentation-obsessed and the sourdough-curious alike.
The wide-mouth glass makes mixing and cleaning a breeze. The silicone sleeve keeps things cozy while shielding your starter from sunlight.
And the air-control lid? A dream. Let your starter breathe when it needs to, and lock things up when it doesn’t.

It even includes a silicone spatula (so you don’t destroy your knuckles scraping the jar) and a thermometer strip (for those of us who geek out over optimal temps).

Why I Love It:

• Wide-mouth 33 oz glass jar — easy to mix, easy to clean, easy to love
• Rotating lid with day markers — no more “wait… did I feed this yesterday?”
• Silicone sleeve — maintains warmth and blocks light without hiding your starter
• Airflow control lid — better than a cloth cover, with actual control
• Bonus tools included — food-safe spatula + temperature strip
• All parts dishwasher safe — because sourdough should be joyful, not messy

🍞 If you’re going to feed a living culture every day, it might as well live in a home that makes it (and you) feel taken care of.

The Original L. Reuteri Starter for Therapeutic Yogurt

BioGaia Gastrus is the cornerstone probiotic for making Dr. William Davis's revolutionary L. reuteri and SIBO yogurts. These chewable tablets contain two clinically-studied strains of Lactobacillus reuteri that, when fermented for 36 hours, multiply to therapeutic levels capable of transforming your gut microbiome.

What Makes It Special

• Two powerful strains: DSM 17938 & ATCC PTA 6475
• Clinically proven for digestive health and beyond
• Perfect for yogurt making — crush 10 tablets for reliable fermentation
• Produces bacteriocins — natural antimicrobials that fight SIBO
• Temperature stable when stored properly
• Original formula used in thousands of success stories

Why It's Essential for Fermentation

While designed as a daily probiotic, Gastrus becomes magical when used as a yogurt starter. The 36-hour fermentation at 100°F transforms the modest 200 million CFUs per tablet into hundreds of billions per serving. This super-charged yogurt delivers oxytocin-boosting, SIBO-fighting, gut-healing benefits that supplements alone can't match. Combined with L. gasseri and B. coagulans, it creates the famous SIBO yogurt that's helped countless people reclaim their digestive health.

🦠 The gateway probiotic that launched a fermentation revolution — turning kitchen counters into microbiome laboratories.

An incredible upgrade for anyone fermenting with wide-mouth mason jars.

The Brillenti Easy Grip Fermenting Lids Kit includes 4 waterless airlock lids and an oxygen extractor pump to automatically vent gases — no messy daily "burping" required.
Each lid features easy-grip tabs for comfortable handling, a built-in date tracker, and a low-profile design that fits easily in cupboards.

Perfect for:

• Sauerkraut
• Pickled vegetables
• Kimchi
• Probiotic-rich ferments

Key Features:

• No-water airlock: automatically vents gases
• Oxygen pump included to minimize oxygen exposure
• Built-in easy-set date tracker ring
• BPA-free, durable plastic
• Ergonomic tabs for easy lid removal

Effortless fermenting — especially if you love small batch veggie ferments in mason jars.

The Budget-Friendly Container That Doesn't Cut Corners

At nearly $20 less than premium options, the COSPARX 12-quart (11.4 liter) container proves you don't need to overspend for a functional sous vide setup. What impressed me most: they included everything you actually need — silicone lid, neoprene sleeve, rack, AND clips — without the premium price tag.

Complete Kit Includes

• 12-quart/11.4-liter polycarbonate container — clear construction for easy monitoring
• Collapsible silicone lid — smart space-saving design that prevents evaporation
• Neoprene insulation sleeve — maintains temperature while protecting surfaces
• Removable stainless steel rack — keeps bags organized and submerged
• 5 stainless steel clips — no more chasing floating bags around the container

Why It Works for Fermenters

The silicone lid is genius for fermentation projects — it collapses for storage but creates a tight seal during those 48-hour koji incubations. Users report the insulation sleeve genuinely reduces heat loss (no more wrapping towels around containers), and the included clips are sturdy enough to hold heavy bags in place. Compatible with all major circulators including Anova, Joule, and Instant Pot models. One reviewer mentioned fitting an entire rack of lamb — plenty of capacity for most home projects.

🎯 Smart choice for fermenters who want the complete setup without the boutique pricing — especially if you're running multiple temperature-controlled projects.`

The Sunshine Vitamin for Optimal Health

California Gold Nutrition Vitamin D3 delivers a high-potency dose of the "sunshine vitamin" that many of us lack, especially in winter months or indoor lifestyles. This essential nutrient doesn't just support bones — it's crucial for immune function, mood regulation, and yes, even gut health through its role in maintaining intestinal barrier integrity.

What Makes It Special

• 5,000 IU (125 mcg) of bioactive D3 (cholecalciferol) from lanolin
• Fish gelatin softgels — small and easy to swallow
• High absorption formula with safflower oil carrier
• Third-party tested and cGMP certified manufacturing
• Exceptional value — iHerb's house brand quality
• No unnecessary additives — just D3, oil, and softgel

Why It Matters for Your Health Journey

Vitamin D deficiency affects up to 42% of adults and can impact everything from immune response to gut barrier function. Research shows vitamin D plays a critical role in maintaining intestinal integrity, modulating inflammation, and supporting the growth of beneficial bacteria. For those healing their gut through fermented foods, adequate D3 levels ensure your body can properly utilize the nutrients and probiotics you're consuming. At 5,000 IU, this provides a therapeutic dose that can correct deficiencies within 2-3 months.

☀️ The foundational supplement that amplifies every other health intervention you make.

The Perfect Partner for Your Vitamin D3

California Gold Nutrition Vitamin K Complex completes the calcium regulation equation that vitamin D3 starts. While D3 helps your body absorb calcium, vitamin K2 directs it to your bones where it belongs — not your arteries where it doesn't. This comprehensive formula includes both K1 and K2 forms (MK-4 and MK-7) for complete vitamin K benefits.

What Makes It Special

• Complete K spectrum: K1 (phytonadione) + K2 (MK-4 & MK-7)
• 120 mcg total vitamin K per capsule
• Synergistic formula designed to work with vitamin D3
• Vegetarian capsules suitable for plant-based diets
• Third-party tested quality and purity
• Essential for calcium metabolism and cardiovascular health

Why You Need K with Your D

Taking vitamin D3 without K2 is like having a construction crew deliver materials without a foreman to direct where they go. Vitamin D increases calcium absorption, but K2 activates the proteins (osteocalcin and MGP) that ensure calcium strengthens your bones instead of calcifying your arteries. The MK-7 form stays active in your body for days, while MK-4 provides immediate support — together offering both quick and sustained benefits. For fermentation enthusiasts, adequate K2 also supports the gut barrier and may influence microbiome diversity.

🎯 The missing link that transforms vitamin D supplementation from potentially problematic to powerfully protective.

My Go-To Shop for Custom Fermentation Art

This is hands-down my favorite custom tapestry shop on AliExpress. At ₪16.47 ($4.50), I've decorated my entire house with these — from fermentation-themed art in my kitchen to inspirational quotes in my workspace. The quality consistently exceeds the price point, making it addictive to create new designs.

Why I Keep Ordering More

• 100% polyester fabric — thin but surprisingly durable
• Sizes for every space — I use 95x70cm for small walls, 150x200cm for statement pieces
• Crisp custom printing — my Fermentfulness art designs come out beautifully
• Multi-purpose — wall art, room dividers, even ceiling décor in my fermentation corner
• Reliable seller — [email protected] always responds quickly
• 2-3 week turnaround — fast for custom work from overseas

Real Talk from a Repeat Customer

I've ordered over a dozen of these for various rooms. The print quality is genuinely impressive — vibrant colors, sharp details, even with my amateur designs. Yes, the fabric is thin (it's $4.50!), but that makes them easy to hang and swap out seasonally. Pro tip: Create fermentation-themed designs celebrating your favorite cultures and microbes. The seller handles custom requests well — just email your high-res image after ordering. Iron out the shipping creases and you've got professional-looking custom art for the price of a coffee.

🎨 For fellow fermenters wanting to personalize their space: this shop makes it affordable to surround yourself with inspiring, custom artwork.`

A Kombucha Kit That Feels Like It Was Built by Fellow Brewers

This kit covers all the bases — from first ferment to bottle pop.

It comes with everything you need to start brewing, and everything you'll be glad to have when you're ready to flavor and carbonate. No scrambling for supplies, no guesswork. Just the core tools, chosen with care, plus a set of solid swing-top bottles that make bottling day feel easy instead of intimidating.

The jar is sturdy, the SCOBY comes packed in strong starter tea, and the instructions don’t assume you’re an expert — but don’t talk down to you either.

You can tell this was put together by people who actually make kombucha.

What You Get

• 1-gallon glass brewing jar (with a non-reactive plastic lid)
• Live SCOBY + strong starter tea
• Organic cane sugar + black tea blend
• Reusable tea bag
• Coffee filters + rubber band (yep, they went with safety over style — good call)
• Adhesive thermometer + pH strips
• 6 glass swing-top bottles (16 oz / ~475 ml each) — great for second ferments
• Full instructions + second fermentation flavoring guide
• Bonus ingredients for one 2F recipe (lavender + lemongrass in most cases)

Why It Works

This kit doesn't overwhelm. It invites. It walks you through your first brew, equips you for bottling, and offers gentle guidance for stepping into the fun, fizzy world of flavored ferments.

No subscription needed. No extra gadgets. Just a well-considered kit from people who care about the process.

🥂 If you’ve been meaning to start brewing kombucha but didn’t know where to begin — this is a really good place.

The Metabolic Powerhouse for Your SIBO Yogurt Trinity

Dr. Mercola's Biothin delivers the clinically-studied Lactobacillus gasseri BNR17 strain — the third essential component of Dr. Davis's SIBO yogurt protocol. This metabolic specialist doesn't just fight bacterial overgrowth; it targets visceral fat, supports bladder health, and creates delicious yogurt that transforms your microbiome from the upper GI tract down.

What Makes It Special

• BNR17 strain — the most researched L. gasseri for metabolic benefits
• 10 billion CFUs per capsule — perfect starter amount for yogurt
• Delayed-release technology protects probiotics until needed
• Multi-targeted benefits — SIBO, weight management, urogenital health
• Survives stomach acid — colonizes where H. pylori and SIBO thrive
• Quality assured — Dr. Mercola's trusted formulation standards

Why It's Essential for SIBO Yogurt

L. gasseri BNR17 completes the SIBO-fighting trinity alongside L. reuteri and B. coagulans. This strain uniquely colonizes the upper GI tract where SIBO occurs, producing bacteriocins that suppress pathogenic overgrowth while supporting beneficial species. When fermented for 36 hours at 100°F, one capsule transforms into hundreds of billions of therapeutic microbes. Beyond SIBO, users report visceral fat reduction, improved bladder health, and protection against H. pylori — making this the multitasking probiotic your fermentation arsenal needs.

🎯 The precision-targeted probiotic that turns your kitchen into a metabolic optimization lab.

Why This Container Is My Go-To

Out of all the fermenting containers I’ve used over the years, this one stands out — by a mile.

It’s hands-down the easiest to use, and I recommend it to beginners and seasoned fermenters alike.
The inner vacuum lid keeps everything submerged, and when your ferment is ready, you can just open it, scoop out what you need, and press the lid back down.
No fuss. No mess. Still fully protected.

For long-term storage, nothing beats this.
It’s clean, odor-blocking, sturdy, and comfortable to use again and again.

Honestly, I’ve never had a fermentation fail in this container.
Sauerkraut, kimchi, giardiniera — they’ve all come out exactly how I wanted them, every single time.

Details:

• Material: BPA-free, lead-free earthenware and food-safe plastic
• Capacity: 11 Liters (2.9 gallons)
• Style: Rectangular with clip-on vacuum lid
• Care: Dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe
• Odor Control: Excellent — thanks to the double-lid system

💬 If you want one container you can trust to get the job done every time, this is the one.

The Workhorse Strainer That Changed My Fermentation Game

This 12"x12" (30cm x 30cm) nylon mesh bag isn't just for nut milk — it's become my go-to strainer for everything from kefir to kombucha SCOBYs. After five years of daily use (yes, the same bag), it's still going strong, which explains why it has over 16,000 reviews and juice bars swear by it.

Built for Real Kitchen Use

• Commercial-grade nylon mesh — 90-micron weave catches pulp while allowing liquid through
• Triple-stitched seams — handles aggressive squeezing without tearing
• Rounded corners design — no more trapped pulp in square corners
• 12"x12" size (30cm x 30cm) — large enough for big batches, small enough to handle easily
• Nylon drawstring closure — keeps contents secure during straining

Beyond Nut Milk: A Fermenter's Swiss Army Knife

Sure, it makes silky almond milk in minutes. But this bag truly shines in fermentation applications. Strain yogurt into Greek-style thickness overnight. Filter kombucha without losing carbonation. Squeeze excess whey from cheese curds. Even use it as a sprouting bag for grains. The nylon construction means it dries quickly (no mold issues like cotton cheesecloth) and cleans easily under running water. One reviewer used theirs over 50 times — mine's well past 200 uses. At this price, it pays for itself in saved cheesecloth within weeks.

🥛 If you only buy one straining tool for your fermentation kitchen, make it this one — versatile enough to replace multiple specialized tools.

Your First Kombucha Brew Starts Here

This is the kit I wish I had when I brewed my first batch.

The Fermentaholics Complete Kombucha Brewing Kit isn’t flashy, but it’s deeply thoughtful. It’s got everything you need to get started, right down to the pH strips and the little thermometer sticker (yes, it actually helps).

The 1-gallon glass jar is sturdy and printed with space for brew notes. The SCOBY arrives healthy and ready to go, floating in a generous amount of mature starter tea. And the tea blend? A cozy mix of organic green and black leaves that kicks off a smooth ferment.

What I Love About It:

• Includes everything — SCOBY, starter tea, jar, sugar, tea, cloth cover, thermometer, pH strips, instructions, and even a pipette
• 1-gallon glass jar (3.8 liters) — with a spot for scribbling your brewing notes
• Organic & kosher certified — every ingredient included meets high standards
• Beginner-friendly — clear, friendly instructions and customer support if you need a hand
• Reusable & scalable — once you start, you can keep going forever

My Honest Take

This is the kind of kit that turns curious dabblers into confident brewers. If you’ve got the kombucha itch, it’s everything you need to scratch it — and maybe even start a weekly brewing ritual.

🧡 Fermentation’s about transformation. This kit helps you start yours.

A Reliable SCOBY That Starts You Off Right

This isn’t just a pellicle floating in a jar — it’s a well-fed, well-raised culture that comes with the right amount of strong starter tea (1.5 cups / 12 oz / ~355 ml) to kick off your first 1-gallon (3.8 L) batch with confidence.

Fermentaholics grows their cultures in a controlled lab, and it shows. The SCOBY arrives alive, healthy, and ready to get to work. Add it to sweet tea, give it a warm corner, and let the fermentation begin.

Why This SCOBY Is Worth It

• USDA Organic + Kosher certified
• Comes with 1.5 cups (355 ml) of mature starter tea — the real kind, not watered down
• Instructions included for first-timers
• Grown in a lab environment to ensure balance, pH, and strength
• Ships fast, and arrives fresh
• Backed by a helpful team that actually knows fermentation

Why It Matters

A good SCOBY isn’t just about starting kombucha — it’s about building a process that lasts. Once this one gets going, you’ll be able to split and brew batch after batch, no extra purchases needed.

This is the SCOBY I’d recommend to any friend asking how to start.

For When You’re Ready to Brew Kombucha on Your Terms

This kit is for the home brewer who wants a smoother process, fewer question marks, and all the tools in one place.

The Fermentaholics Pro Kombucha Kit doesn’t overdo it. It just includes what actually helps: a strong SCOBY, a 1-gallon glass jar, reliable pH and temperature tools, and a bottling setup that makes second fermentation feel manageable instead of messy. The heating wrap is especially useful if your kitchen runs cool — keeping your brew in the right range without fuss.

The gear is solid. The tea and sugar are organic. The instructions are clear and not condescending. And the whole kit feels like it was designed by someone who’s actually brewed batch after batch, not just assembled parts for a box.

What You Get (And Actually Use)

• SCOBY + mature starter tea — a good culture makes a good brew
• 1-gallon jar — glass, wide-mouth, and easy to clean
• Organic cane sugar + tea blend — pre-measured, ready to steep
• Brewing thermometer + pH strips — basic tools that make a big difference
• 7 flip-top bottles, funnel, brush — to bottle without scrambling
• Heating wrap — helps keep things consistent if your house runs cold
• Muslin cloth + rubber band — keeps things protected but breathable

If you’re brewing regularly or looking to level up from pieced-together setups, this kit makes the routine easier. Nothing flashy. Just the right tools, all in one place.

🍵 Worth it if you’ve caught the kombucha bug and want to keep going without overthinking it.

A 146-year-old bar soap that's been around since 1878, made with 100% plant-based pine tar. Known for its incredibly strong smell (seriously, it smells like a campfire had a baby with a tire fire), but it's one of the only soaps recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation.

In my experience, using it daily for about 3-4 weeks helped reduce my psoriasis patches by maybe 60-80%. Not a cure by any means - just another tool that happened to work well for me alongside fermenting and other healing efforts. The constant itching decreased significantly, which was honestly the biggest relief.

What to expect:

• Initial smell is shocking (store in airtight container)
• Smell on skin fades within 30-60 minutes
• Smaller bars (3-4 oz) that dissolve faster than regular soap
• Can be drying - follow with moisturizer
• Results vary widely between people

Ingredients: Simple formula with pine tar oil, no synthetic fragrances or common irritants. Works as a 3-in-1 (face, body, hair) though it's not the most luxurious experience.

Many people with psoriasis, eczema, and pregnancy rashes (PUPPP) report good results, but like everything else with skin conditions - what works for one person might not work for another.

When you're wrangling big batches of kraut, sourdough, or anything unruly, precision matters.
And so does ease.

The Greater Goods High Capacity Kitchen Scale became a quiet workhorse in my kitchen — not just because it measures up to 22 pounds (though it does), but because it stays out of the way when I need to focus on the work.

What I love about it:

• Wide capacity, 1g accuracy.
  Bulk fermenting? Tiny spice tweaks? It’s got both ends covered.
• Stainless steel platform.
  Tough enough for messy days, sleek enough for clean ones.
• Backlit pull-out display.
  No more shadow games under mixing bowls.
• Simple, intuitive buttons.
  No overthinking required — just tare, pour, weigh, move on.

Sometimes the best tools are the ones you forget you're using — because they just work.
This scale lets you tune into the process, not the math.

The Container That Makes Sous Vide Actually Practical

After years of using stockpots and covering them with plastic wrap (we've all been there), a dedicated sous vide container is a game-changer. The Greater Goods 12-quart (11.4 liter) setup isn't just a plastic box — it's a thoughtfully designed system that solves the real annoyances of long-duration cooking and fermentation projects.

What's in the Complete Kit

• 12-quart/11.4-liter polycarbonate container — clear sides for monitoring, NSF-approved for food safety
• Custom-fit lid with cutout — eliminates water evaporation during 48-hour cooks
• Neoprene insulation sleeve — maintains temperature efficiently, saves energy
• Stainless steel rack — keeps bags submerged and organized, no more floating food
• Universal compatibility — works with Anova, Joule, and most immersion circulators

Why This Beats Your Stockpot

The insulated sleeve is the unsung hero here — it reduces heat loss significantly, meaning your circulator works less and uses less energy during those marathon tempeh incubations or 24-hour short ribs. The rack system keeps multiple bags separated for even circulation, crucial when you're batch-cooking proteins or maintaining different fermentation vessels at precise temps. At 12 quarts (11.4L), it handles family-sized portions but stores vertically without dominating your cabinet space.

🔲 Essential for serious sous vide users who've graduated from the "pot-on-the-counter" phase and want professional results with minimal babysitting.

Your Quick-Start Guide to Transformative Fasting

Dr. Eric Berg's Healthy Keto & Intermittent Fasting booklet is your gateway to understanding how strategic eating patterns can revolutionize your health — including your gut microbiome. This concise guide bridges the gap between complex metabolic science and practical, everyday application.

What's Inside

• Complete overview of the Healthy Keto diet principles
• Step-by-step intermittent fasting guidance — from 16:8 to OMAD
• Visual meal examples with proper macronutrient ratios
• Metabolic insights — how fasting triggers autophagy and cellular renewal
• Practical troubleshooting for common fasting challenges
• Gut health connections — how fasting supports microbiome diversity

Why It Belongs in Your Wellness Library

While fermented foods feed your beneficial bacteria, intermittent fasting gives your digestive system the rest it needs to optimize gut health. This booklet explains how fasting enhances the benefits of a probiotic-rich diet by promoting autophagy, reducing inflammation, and creating an environment where beneficial microbes thrive. Dr. Berg's approach combines perfectly with fermentation practices for a comprehensive gut health strategy.

🕐 For those ready to combine the ancient wisdom of fasting with modern nutritional science — and enhance their fermentation journey.

When You're Ready to Upgrade from "Good Enough"

There are a dozen ways to keep your ferment under the brine.
A cabbage leaf. A scrubbed rock. That small glass ramekin that always tips.

But when you're done improvising and ready for something that just works — beautifully — these weights are it.

Masontops didn’t just make a hunk of glass.
They designed these Pickle Pebbles to fit wide-mouth jars exactly, with just the right weight to hold things down, and a clever little grip that makes you feel like someone thought this through.

They’re not the only good option out there — but if you want something that lasts, looks great, and makes your life easier?
This is the set I’d point you to.

What I Love:

• Crystal-clear, non-porous glass — no stains, smells, or weirdness
• Fits like a glove in wide-mouth Mason jars (2.7” diameter)
• Flat, heavy, stable — keeps things properly submerged
• Built-in finger grip — no more fork-fishing or jar-tilting
• Top-rack dishwasher safe — and honestly, they still look brand new after dozens of batches

🥒 These are the weights I pull out when I want the whole process to feel smooth, clean, and just... better.

What Are Pickle Pipes?

Pickle Pipes are silicone lids designed to fit onto mason jars, allowing gases produced during fermentation to escape while preventing oxygen from entering. This creates an ideal environment for fermenting vegetables like sauerkraut, pickles, and kimchi without the need for daily "burping" of jars.

Compatibility

Pickle Pipes are available in two sizes:

• Regular Mouth (Small): Fits mason jars with a 2.75-inch (7 cm) diameter opening.
• Wide Mouth (Large): Fits mason jars with a 3.38-inch (8.6 cm) diameter opening.

Ensure you select the correct size for your jars to achieve a proper seal.

Features

• One-Way Valve: Automatically releases fermentation gases while blocking oxygen.
• Low Profile: Compact design makes storage easy, even in tight spaces.
• Food-Safe Silicone: Made from BPA-free and phthalate-free materials.
• Dishwasher Safe: Easy to clean and reuse.

Usage Tips

• Activation: Before first use, pinch the valve to ensure it's open.
• Storage: Store lids flat to prevent warping.
• Weights: For best results, use with fermentation weights to keep vegetables submerged.

Considerations

• Overflow: During active fermentation, some brine may escape. Place jars on a tray to catch any spills.
• Odor Absorption: Silicone can absorb strong odors over time. Regular cleaning can help mitigate this.

Customer Feedback

Users appreciate the simplicity and effectiveness of Pickle Pipes. They find them especially helpful for small-batch fermenting and note that the low-maintenance design makes the fermentation process more accessible.

Note: Always ensure you're using the correct size lid for your mason jars to maintain an airtight seal during fermentation.

Labeling That's Quick, Clean, and Surprisingly Fun

This compact thermal label maker is one of those tools that quietly changes your daily workflow. Whether you're labeling jars of sauerkraut, spice jars, kombucha bottles, or pantry bins, it just works — no ink, no nonsense.

Pop it open, connect via Bluetooth, and you're printing within minutes. The NIIMBOT app is intuitive, with loads of font and template options that make organizing feel less like a chore and more like creative play.

Why It Earned a Spot in My Fermentation Drawer

• Bluetooth enabled — connects easily to your phone
• Comes with 3 types of labels — rectangle and round styles included
• No ink required — uses thermal printing for mess-free labels
• Rechargeable and portable — no cords cluttering your counter
• Wide compatibility — works with Android and iOS

How I Use It

From labeling batches with dates, to tracking flavor experiments, this little machine keeps my jars in order — and helps me avoid the dreaded “mystery ferment” syndrome.

📝 A neat freak’s dream and a disorganized fermenter’s salvation.

The Fermenter's Favorite Labeling Companion

If you've ever lost track of which jar is kimchi and which is your horseradish kraut, you're not alone. The Nelko P21 is a pint-sized powerhouse that brings order to your bubbling chaos. No cords, no ink, no mystery brews — just clean, quick labeling from your phone to your jar in under a minute.

Why It's in My Fermentation Drawer

• Bluetooth enabled — connects easily to iOS or Android
• Rechargeable + inkless — thermal printing means no cartridges to mess with
• Comes with tape — includes a roll to get you started right away
• Easy app with icons, QR codes, frames + fonts — make it cute or keep it clinical
• Perfect label sizes for fermentation jars, swing-top bottles, pantry bins

How I Actually Use It

• Labeling jars with ferment dates and batch notes
• Marking second-ferment kombucha flavors (because what was that pink one?)
• Categorizing spice blends and dried herbs from my own apothecary shelf
• Creating a "use next" zone in the fridge for ferments getting a little too funky

📌 A tidy tool for chaotic kitchens — especially when your fridge looks like a science experiment.

One of those tools you stop noticing — because it always just works.

The OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Food Scale has been part of my kitchen long enough to feel like furniture.
Reliable, precise, easy to live with.

Small details that matter:

• A pull-out display you don’t have to wrestle with behind big bowls.
• A removable platform that actually makes cleaning simple.
• Stainless steel that shrugs off smudges and fingerprints.
• Effortless unit switching between oz, lb, g, and kg.

When you’re fermenting, baking, or just trying to trust a process that doesn’t show instant results, having quiet, solid tools makes a bigger difference than you realize.

Precision is part of care.
A good scale just lets you focus on the real work.

Built Like the Old-School Crocs — Because It Is One

If you're craving a traditional, American-made fermentation setup that can handle years of bubbling kraut and hearty batches of pickles, this is it.

The Ohio Stoneware 2-Gallon Crock Kit includes everything you need to get started: the crock, the lid, and a pair of classic fermentation weights.
The stoneware is thick, heavy, and made in Zanesville, Ohio — it feels like something your grandparents might've passed down (if they were fermentation freaks like us).

It's not flashy, but it's incredibly solid.
It’s dishwasher-safe, food-safe, and frankly — it just gets the job done.

Perfect size for two large heads of cabbage, and a great pick for folks who want something reliable, zero-plastic, and ready for serious fermenting.

Details:

• Material: Lead-free glazed stoneware
• Capacity: 2 Gallons (~7.5 liters)
• Includes: Crock, lid, 2 weight stones
• Made in: USA (Ohio)
• Care: Dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe
• Weight: 22.1 lbs (10 kg) — it’s got heft

🇺🇸 Classic. Durable. Made for fermenters who appreciate craft.

This is the Vitamin D3 and K2 supplement that quietly, steadily, helped rebuild my health from the inside out.

No hype. No "sunshine in a spray bottle." Just a serious formula — organic, plant-sourced, and made with the care that real healing demands.

When I finally understood how crucial Vitamin D was — not just a little boost, but foundational — everything started to shift:
Energy, sleep, immune strength, mood, skin, even gut repair.
This was the supplement that made a real difference, not just on paper, but in the way I lived inside my body again.

Why I Chose This One:

• 10,000 IU Organic Vitamin D3 (from sun-grown algae, not synthetic junk)
• 120 mcg Vitamin K2 (All-Trans MK7 from MenaQ7® — the fully bioactive form, no soy)
• Designed for high absorption — because it’s not what you take, it’s what your body can actually use
• USDA Organic, 100% Vegan, GMO-free, Gluten-free, Soy-free, Additive-free
• Made in a GMP-certified, organic U.S. facility, with 3rd party testing for over 100+ toxins and contaminants

What You’re Really Supporting:

• Immune system resilience
• Strong bones and cardiovascular health
• Gut health and microbiome repair
• Skin clarity, emotional steadiness, deeper sleep

Details:

• 60 capsules per bottle
• 1 capsule = 1 potent serving
• Gentle on digestion, even at a high dose
• Trusted manufacturer: Triquetra Health

🌿 Healing isn’t about fixing what's broken.
It's about restoring what's wise inside you.

Sometimes it starts with sunlight in a capsule.
Sometimes it starts with trusting your body again.

This 12-pack of 32oz wide-mouth mason jars from Paksh Novelty is crafted from thick, food-grade, lead-free soda-lime glass.
Perfect for fermenting, canning, food storage, or even home decor, they offer a clear, textured finish and self-sealing airtight lids with a plastisol liner for leakproof storage.
An affordable and versatile option for any fermenter or home food preserver.

A Colander You’ll Actually Brag About

You wouldn’t think a colander would be something you grow attached to. But here we are.

This one’s sturdy without being clunky, polished without being flashy. The walls are basically a constellation of tiny holes, which means water rushes out in seconds — and your pasta, berries, or curds stay exactly where they should.

I bought this thinking, “It’s just a colander.”
I’ve since used it to rinse herbs, drain yogurt, catch tomato seeds, and even rest steaming veggies. It’s one of those pieces that quietly proves its worth, over and over.

Why I Recommend It to Friends (and Strangers)

• 5-quart (4.7L) capacity — plenty for big batches but not awkward to store
• Precision-punched holes — no mushy buildup or slow drains
• 18/8 stainless steel — solid, smooth, and no weird smells ever
• Raised base — keeps food lifted above standing water
• Dishwasher safe — because life’s too short to hand-wash steel rings

Real Talk

If you’ve ever watched quinoa or angel hair pasta slip through the cracks of a lesser colander, you’ll appreciate the difference here.
This one just works — fast, clean, dependable.

🌀 Turns out, a great colander kind of makes you feel like you’ve got your act together.

The Spore-Forming Warrior in Your SIBO Yogurt Arsenal

Schiff Digestive Advantage contains the powerhouse strain Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086 — a critical component of Dr. Davis's SIBO yogurt protocol. This resilient spore-former brings unique bacteriocin-producing abilities that make it essential for combating small intestinal bacterial overgrowth while creating the most delicious yogurt you've ever tasted.

What Makes It Special

• BC30™ Technology: Protective protein shell ensures 100x better survival than regular probiotics
• 2 billion CFUs per capsule — only need 1 capsule per yogurt batch
• Produces bacteriocins that specifically target SIBO-causing bacteria
• Creates amazing texture — yields mild, whipped-cream consistency yogurt
• Clinically studied for IBS relief and digestive health
• Spore-forming — germinates in the small intestine where SIBO occurs

Why It's Essential for SIBO Yogurt

Unlike typical probiotics, B. coagulans doesn't permanently colonize your gut — instead, its spores germinate exactly where SIBO happens, releasing natural antibiotics that push back overgrowth. When combined with L. reuteri and L. gasseri in the SIBO yogurt recipe and fermented for 36 hours, it transforms into a therapeutic powerhouse. Users report this strain creates the tastiest yogurt they've ever eaten — less tart than L. reuteri alone, with a luxurious texture that makes taking your medicine a pleasure.

🛡️ The missing piece that turns your fermentation experiment into a SIBO-fighting, gut-healing delicacy.

For Fermenters Who Want a More Classic, Hands-Off Setup

If you're looking for a non-plastic, beautifully traditional way to ferment — this stoneware crock delivers.
It’s solid, weighty, glazed inside and out, and makes your countertop feel like a little slice of farmhouse magic.

I often recommend mason jars — they’re versatile, affordable, and fantastic for small-batch experiments, yogurt, and daily kitchen rhythm.
But when it comes to longer ferments or bigger batches, this crock just makes life easier.

It’s easy to use, easy to clean, and the included stone weights and tamper mean your veggies stay fully submerged, right where they need to be.

Water-sealed crocks like this one are especially helpful for reducing surface mold and creating a more stable fermenting environment.
Gas escapes naturally, oxygen stays out, and your ferment does its thing with confidence.

Details:

• Material: Lead-free, cadmium-free glazed ceramic
• Capacity: 5 Liters (1.3 gallons)
• Includes: Stone weights + wooden tamper
• Weight: ~10.6 lbs (feels like quality)
• Cleaning: Smooth surface for easy scrubbing — no corners or coatings to worry about
• Design: Deep lid groove for water seal + breathable gas release

🥬 For big kraut projects or seasonal batches, this crock brings ease, beauty, and results.

Some books change what you know.
This one changed who I am.

Super Gut by Dr. William Davis was not just another health book — it was the door I didn’t even know I was banging my head against for years.
It cracked open the entire hidden universe of the microbiome for me — a universe that had been silently shaping my digestion, my energy, my skin, my weight, my moods, my resilience — my life.

Before this book, I thought healing meant trying harder, restricting more, guessing blind.
After this book, I realized: healing could mean rebuilding what was missing.

Inside, you'll find:

• How our modern lives have decimated our inner ecosystems
• How common conditions like SIBO are silently wrecking human health
• How reclaiming ancient microbial allies can change everything
• A step-by-step, four-week protocol to begin the repair
• DIY recipes — like the powerful SIBO-targeted yogurts that jumpstarted my true healing

📚 Available formats:

• Paperback (for easy, everyday reference)
• Hardcover (for a beautiful, durable keepsake)
• Kindle (for instant download, anywhere)
• Audiobook (for listening hands-free while you heal, cook, or rest)

But this isn't just about tactics.
It’s about hope, grounded in real science.
It’s about taking back ownership of your gut — and with it, your life.

If you're tired of feeling broken, blamed, or stuck, this book isn’t another checklist to chase.
It’s a key.
It unlocked the possibility of real, cellular healing for me — from the gut outward.

Maybe it will for you, too.

The Weights I Trust for Every Batch

These are the fermentation weights I reach for every time I start a new jar.
Simple. Heavy. Smooth. Reliable.
Exactly what you need to keep your veggies tucked safely under the brine — and nothing you don't.

Why I Keep Reaching for These

• 9 glass weights per set — enough to run multiple ferments at once
• 2.7" diameter — fits wide-mouth Mason jars perfectly
• Solid, food-grade glass — no lead, no weird coatings, no porous surfaces
• Flat bottom — keeps your ferments fully submerged
• Low profile + easy-grip handle — easy to grab without disturbing your ferment
• Non-porous — won't trap smells, stains, or off flavors
• Dishwasher safe — easy to clean, no extra hassle

Why It Matters

• Cleaner ferments. Fewer floaters, fewer problems.
• More food per jar. The slim design means you can pack jars fuller.
• Holds up over time. Solid, dependable glass that does its job.

That's it.
Nothing fancy — just a good tool that stays out of your way and lets the real work happen.

A Fermentation Bible from the World's Most Innovative Kitchen

If Sandor Katz is the fermentation whisperer, The Noma Guide to Fermentation is the fermentation architect’s blueprint. Co-authored by René Redzepi and David Zilber, this book opens the doors to Noma’s legendary fermentation lab, offering an unprecedented look at the techniques behind their transformative flavors.

What’s Inside

• 500+ step-by-step photos — from koji to kombucha
• Detailed guides on miso, shoyu, garum, vinegar, lacto-ferments, and black fruits
• Fermentation science explained — approachable yet precise
• 100+ recipes that use ferments as building blocks, not just condiments
• Equipment tips — from DIY chambers to vacuum-sealing hacks

Why It Belongs in Your Fermentation Kitchen

This isn’t a book of quick pickles. It’s a deep dive into microbial magic — the kind that turns humble ingredients into flavor bombs. Whether you're fermenting plums into savory sauces or crafting your own miso, this guide empowers you to experiment with confidence.

🧂 For the curious fermenter ready to go beyond kraut and into the wild world of koji, garum, and beyond.

The Over-the-Sink Hero for Mess-Free Rinsing

When I’ve got a big load of berries, greens, or pasta to rinse — this is the colander I reach for.
It’s not my everyday strainer, but for over-the-sink operations, it's absolutely brilliant.

The fine mesh is tight enough to keep tiny grains from slipping through, and the expandable rubber-grip arms mean it fits snugly over just about any sink. Plus, it gives you back your counter space — which, let’s be honest, is always at a premium.

Why I Keep It Handy

• Expands from 14" to 21" (35.5–53 cm) — fits sinks big and small
• 6-quart capacity (5.7 liters) — roomy enough for a serious rinse session
• Fine mesh stainless steel — no more losing quinoa to the drain
• Rubberized grips — stays put without scratching your sink
• Resting feet — doubles as a countertop basket for holding produce
• Dishwasher safe — cleans up easy, dries fast, resists rust

What I Use It For

• Rinsing leafy greens without getting soaked
• Letting washed produce air dry while I cook
• Draining pasta when I want to keep my counters dry
• Sifting flour or catching straggler grains when pouring

It's not flashy — just super functional. One of those tools that quietly earns its spot in your kitchen routine.
Especially when your sink is your second prep station.

These durable, BPA-free 32oz wide-mouth mason jars from Miuyhji are perfect for small-batch fermentations, canning, pickling, preserving, and even meal prep.
Made with clear, heat-tempered glass, they’re freezer, microwave (without lids), and dishwasher safe — and they come with airtight, leakproof metal lids and bands.
A reliable and simple favorite for beginner and experienced fermenters alike.

The pH Meter Built for Fermenters, Not Pool Owners

After burning through generic pH meters that couldn't handle thick ferments, finding the YINMIK with its spear-tip probe was a revelation. This isn't a repurposed water tester — it's designed specifically for stabbing into sourdough, sausages, and solid foods without making slurries first.

Key Features for Food Fermentation

• Spear-tip probe design — penetrates solid foods directly, no dilution needed
• 0.00-14.00 pH range — covers everything from acidic ferments to alkaline solutions
• ±0.1 accuracy — precise enough for food safety and consistency
• Automatic temperature compensation — accurate readings whether testing hot mash or cold kraut
• IP67 waterproof rating — rinse under the tap without worry
• KCL-soaked sponge cap — keeps probe moist between uses for longer life

Why Fermenters Need This Specific Model

The spear probe changes everything. Check your sourdough's bulk fermentation without destroying the dough structure. Monitor salami pH during curing by stabbing directly into the meat. Test thick yogurt, cheese curds, or fermenting vegetables without the hassle of creating liquid samples. The automatic 3-point calibration is straightforward, and they include 6 packets of buffer solution — enough for months of regular use. Users report it's equally effective for cosmetics and soil testing, making it versatile beyond just food applications.

🧪 Essential for anyone serious about fermentation safety and consistency — especially if you're working with solid or semi-solid ferments where traditional meters fail.

My absolute favorite fermentation vessel for vegetables.

The e-jen Premium Fermentation Container blends ancient Korean earthenware principles with modern food-safe technology, featuring a double-lid design and an adjustable inner vacuum plate that creates an ideal anaerobic environment.

It's easy to use, odor-blocking, durable, and ideal for:

• Sauerkraut
• Kimchi
• Pickled vegetables
• Any gut-healthy ferments

Key features:

• Vacuum inner lid to minimize air exposure
• Double lids to contain odors
• Dishwasher safe (container only)
• BPA-free, DEHP-free, and lead-free materials

Perfect for small-batch fermentation that actually fits in your fridge — without taking over your life.