Why Choose Tonsen for Your Kombucha Brewery

• Food-Grade Materials: SUS304 or SUS316L stainless steel, corrosion-resistant and hygienic

• Temperature Stability: Glycol jacket or cooling coil options for controlled fermentation

• Custom Design: From 200L pilot tanks to 20,000L commercial kombucha fermenters

• Sanitary Construction: Mirror-polished interior and CIP-ready for quick cleaning

• Global Certifications: CE, PED, ASME compliant manufacturing

• Worldwide Supply: Exported to 50+ countries with installation and technical support

Key Features

1. Optimized for Kombucha Brewing

• Cylindroconical or flat-bottom design depending on your production style

• Large manway for SCOBY handling and ingredient additions

• Adjustable sampling valve for quality checks during fermentation

2. Hygiene & Flavor Protection

• Internal Ra < 0.6μm for easy cleaning and reduced contamination risk

• Sanitary welds with full passivation treatment

• Sealed construction to prevent unwanted microorganisms

3. Flexible Brewing Applications

• Primary kombucha fermentation

• Secondary fermentation for carbonation or flavoring

• Suitable for cold crashing and storage

Technical Specifications (Example 1000L Kombucha Fermenter)

• Effective Volume: 1000L

• Material: SUS304/SUS316L food-grade stainless steel

• Design: Cylindroconical or flat-bottom (customizable)

• Cooling Jacket: Glycol jacket with inlet/outlet ports

• Insulation: PU foam for temperature-sensitive fermentation

• Surface Finish: Internal mirror polish, external brushed stainless steel

• Manway: Top or side-mounted for easy SCOBY access

Applications

• Craft kombucha breweries scaling production

• Beverage brands producing multiple kombucha flavors

• Contract beverage manufacturing facilities

• Fermentation labs developing probiotic drinks

Tonsen – Supporting the Global Kombucha Industry

With over 15 years of stainless steel tank manufacturing experience, Tonsen works closely with kombucha brewers to design efficient, reliable, and safe fermentation solutions. Our team can customize tank size, fittings, and layout to perfectly match your brewing process and facility space.

FAQ – Kombucha Brewing Fermenters

Q: Can these tanks be used for both primary and secondary kombucha fermentation?
A: Yes, they are designed for flexible use and can handle both stages efficiently.

Q: Do you offer fermenters for small test batches?
A: Absolutely, we manufacture tanks starting from 200L for pilot or R&D purposes.

Q: Is the cooling system necessary for kombucha fermentation?
A: While kombucha ferments well at room temperature, cooling control improves consistency and flavor quality.

Q: Can I add flavoring directly in the fermenter?
A: Yes, large manways allow for easy fruit, herb, or flavor additions.