What size is best for Kefir Grains to be?
Kefir grains can grow to be quite large, however that does not mean that they are better. In fact, when the grains are smaller, there is more surface area involved which produces a better kefir (they also tend to grow more easily at a smaller, more manageable size as well). In our experiments, mashing the grains to be smaller does not seem to help. They seem to prefer to naturally adjust in size when given the right warm conditions and rich nutrients, and will continue to produce a beneficial size. In the winter we’ve noticed they get larger and require less minerals and easier sugar. Even when heated they seem to prefer this, regardless of the added warmth – they still seem to recognize what true season they are in. We are always experimenting to understand our water kefir and will continue to update with all of our findings along the way.
