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Homemade Root Beer, Soda, and Kombucha Workshop
Homemade Root Beer, Soda, and Kombucha Workshop
When
Sunday, Jun 01, 2025
1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Where
Viles Arboretum
Augusta
Cost
$200
Category
Add to My Calendar 06/01/2025 1:00 PM 06/01/2025 6:00 PM America/New_York Homemade Root Beer, Soda, and Kombucha Workshop Viles Arboretum , Augusta

About This Event

Whether you call it soda, pop, or soda pop, this fun and hands-on class will teach you how to create your own homemade root beer and vanilla cream soda. Learn the basics of brewing with natural ingredients, including how to collect plant roots or where to purchase the supplies.

We’ll also dive into the world of kombucha, exploring how to make your own kombucha and experiment with fun flavoring techniques.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to make homemade root beer and vanilla cream soda from scratch.
  • How to collect plant roots or find the necessary ingredients for brewing soda.
  • The basics of making kombucha and creative ways to flavor it.
  • How to bottle your soda and kombucha safely.

Each participant will leave the class with a 1-gallon jar of kombucha mama -OR- a half dozen bottles of homemade root beer and vanilla cream soda. And a custom-built wooden bottle holder that includes a bottle opener to store your delicious beverages!

What to Expect:

  • A fun and interactive class with hands-on opportunities to brew and flavor your drinks.
  • All ingredients, materials, and tools will be provided.
  • Step-by-step guidance on making your own soda and kombucha, as well as how to bottle and store them safely.

Accessibility Information:
We aim to make this class as inclusive as possible:

  • The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible restrooms.
  • Tables and chairs are provided.
  • Participants will be standing and moving around, with some light lifting and handling of equipment. Please reach out if you have mobility concerns or need accommodations.
  • Intructions will be provided verbally and visually.

About the Instructor:
Wood Thrush Wilderness is an outdoor guiding and educational business that helps people connect more deeply with themselves and the natural world. As Licensed Recreation Maine Guides, we offer guided canoe expeditions throughout the state of Maine. We also offer classes and training in outdoor education, wilderness medicine, and traditional crafts such as basketry.

Event Organizer

Viles Arboretum
Bethany Drouin
Viles Arboretum

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