Kraut Source

Overview

Kraut Source produces a stainless steel fermentation lid system designed for wide-mouth mason jars, enabling small-batch fermentation of foods such as sauerkraut, pickles, and kimchi. The device features a spring-loaded press to submerge vegetables under brine and a moat-cap system for airlock functionality, allowing CO2 escape while blocking oxygen. It targets home fermenters seeking a simple, jar-based alternative to traditional crocks.

History

Kraut Source was founded in 2014 by Karen Diggs, a culinary instructor frustrated with existing fermentation methods, and her partner Eric Klein, an engineer who designed the product. The duo developed the device to simplify small-batch fermenting in mason jars. Karen Diggs has conducted fermentation classes and workshops to promote the product.

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Manufacturing

Products are made from stainless steel, likely outsourced to manufacturers given the small-scale operation of the company. No specific manufacturing location is disclosed on the website or related sources.

Notable Products

• Kraut Source Lid - Stainless steel lid with moat and cap for anaerobic fermentation in mason jars.
• Spring and Press - Weight system to keep vegetables submerged under brine during fermentation.
• Fermentation Kit - Complete set including lid, press, and weights for wide-mouth jars.

Reputation

Kraut Source is regarded by home fermentation enthusiasts as a practical and reliable tool for jar-based fermenting, praised for its simplicity and effectiveness over basic methods. Professionals and users note its aesthetic design suitable for countertop display. Some testimonials highlight it as a preferred device, though limited information exists on widespread professional critique.