--- product_id: 1040400 title: "Freeze Dried Kefir Starter, 0.6 oz. box (Pack of 2)" brand: "yogourmet" price: "288 Lei" currency: RON in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/1040400-freeze-dried-kefir-starter-0-6-oz-box-pack-2 store_origin: RO region: Romania --- # 24 months shelf life 12 sachets per box 6+ probiotic strains Freeze Dried Kefir Starter, 0.6 oz. box (Pack of 2) **Brand:** yogourmet **Price:** 288 Lei **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🦠 Cultivate your gut, craft your culture, conquer your day! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Freeze Dried Kefir Starter, 0.6 oz. box (Pack of 2) by yogourmet - **How much does it cost?** 288 Lei with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/1040400-freeze-dried-kefir-starter-0-6-oz-box-pack-2) ## Best For - yogourmet enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yogourmet brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Clean & Certified:** Non-GMO, gluten-free, halal, kosher—crafted to fit your mindful lifestyle. - • **Gut Health Booster:** Packed with multiple active cultures to promote digestive wellness and immunity. - • **Long-Lasting Freshness:** Freeze-dried starter with a 24-month shelf life—always ready when you are. - • **Economical & Sustainable:** Skip store preservatives and plastic bottles—save money and reduce waste with every batch. - • **Effortless Homemade Kefir:** Make 1 liter of fresh kefir per sachet—pure probiotic power at your fingertips. ## Overview Yogourmet Freeze Dried Kefir Starter offers 12 convenient 3g sachets, each fermenting 1 liter of authentic, probiotic-rich kefir at home. With a 24-month shelf life and certifications including non-GMO, halal, kosher, and gluten-free, it empowers health-conscious professionals to effortlessly create fresh, preservative-free kefir that supports gut wellness and sustainable living. ## Description Yogourmet The reference for homemade fermentation since 1983 At Yogourmet, we've been passionate about home fermentation since the beginning of our adventure in 1983. We have the pleasure of serving a diverse community, from dedicated homemade enthusiasts to health-conscious individuals seeking the incredible benefits of probiotics and the irresistible taste of fresh products. At Yogourmet, we've been passionate about home fermentation since the beginning of our adventure in 1983. We have the pleasure of serving a diverse community, from dedicated homemade enthusiasts to health-conscious individuals seeking the incredible benefits of probiotics and the irresistible taste of fresh products. Our best sellers Our latest products Review: Amazing product! - It was an answer to my prayers! So easy to use and the final product is of great quality! I know real kefir taste, and had been drinking it all my life in Europe. I missed it greatly when I moved to the US. Grocery stores product tasted fake and full of preservatives. I was so happy, when I finally found yogourmet. I was looking for replacement of store organic yogurts in the diet of my three year old, and this kefir worked out perfectly! My son loves it so much, and eats and drinks it every day a few times a day: with cereal and blueberries, or as smoothies with banana and strawberries. My husband - whose diet I was also trying to "control" - would not listen to my preaching about organic yogurts and cottage cheese important role in every day diet, so I was amazed to see him getting hooked up on kefir smoothies! At first I followed the instruction to the letter, but then doubled the volume of milk. It increases the 1st stage of processing a little bit, maybe 30-36 hrs. Also I just dump the contents of the little baggie into the pan where the milk was heated (after it cools down) skipping the step of mixing it with small volume of milk in a separate cup. The little kefir bacterias are doing a great job, and the final product is amazing! Review: very good flavor and consistency - I have been buying Lifeway kefir in the grocery store, and that is just fine, but I just tried making my own yogurt, so I wondered if you could do that with kefir, and I found this starter. It had very good reviews, so I decided to try it, and it was very easy to make, and is very, very good - nice and creamy. I was trying to decide how I wanted to flavor it, but the taste of it kind of grew on me, so I will probably mostly drink it plain! I have done a little more research on kefir, and it seems to offer a lot of health benefits, so I plan to make it a habit. 7/8/12 update - I am coming back to add a comment, because since my initial review, I learned about the traditional way of making kefir, which involves using a living matrix, referred to as 'grains'. These look like gelatinous cauliflower, and you just keep reusing them, and they will multiply, so you can share them. The finished product has a different taste and consistency from what you will get from the powder, many more probiotic strains. These packets would be a second choice to getting your own grains, but they are fine for occasional use, and a step up from buying the stuff in the store. In theory, you could use your finished kefir from these packets to 'start' another batch, but it would only take a batch or two for the bad bacteria to overcome the good stuff, so I would not recommend doing that. ## Features - INCLUDES: 12 packs (3 g Sachets) of Yogourmet Kefir Starter. Each 3 g Sachet Makes 1 Liter (1 Quart) of Kefir. - MAKING HOMEMADE KEFIR? You can't go wrong with Yogourmet Kefir Starter, a very convenient way to make delicious, homemade kefir right in the comfort of your own kitchen. - PROMOTE GUT WELLNESS - Start experiencing the health benefits of probiotics and the authentic taste of kefir today. Take the first step to a healthy and tasty lifestyle! - EASY AND ECONOMICAL - This kefir starter allows you to make homemade kefir smooth and simple. - NATURAL PRODUCT – No GMO. No harmful preservatives or coloring agents. No harmful chemicals. - GUARANTEED LONG SHELF LIFE - Yogourmet Starters have a shelf-life of 24 months from the production date. However, they can still be used even after this period has passed, without any health risks. - HIGH QUALITY : Yogourmet Starters are produced within the highest quality and safety standards (ISO 9001, FSSC 22000). - CERTIFIED PRODUCT : Halal / Kosher / Gluten free / Non GMO ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001EO69O2 | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #248,600 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #84 in Yogurt Starter Cultures | | Brand | Yogourmet | | Brand Name | Yogourmet | | Container Type | Box | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 387 Reviews | | Dairy Based Drink Variety | Kefir | | Diet Type | Gluten Free, Halal, Kosher | | Each Unit Count | 12.00 | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Package Weight | 0.06 Kilograms | | Item Volume | 1 Liters | | Item Weight | 1 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Yogourmet | | Model Number | S0819813N2PK | | Number of Items | 2 | | Package Information | Box | | Part Number | 056828121069 | | Pasteurization Type | Ultra High Temperature Pasteurized | | Plant or Animal Product Type | dairy | | Product Shelf Life | 24 Months | | Special Ingredients | active bacterial and yeast cultures (Lactococcus lactis, Lactococcus cremoris, Lactococcus diacetylactis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Kluyveromyces lactis) | | Specialty | Kosher, Gluten Free | | Sweetness Description | Not sweet | | UPC | 056828121069 | | Unit Count | 12.00 Count | ## Images ![Freeze Dried Kefir Starter, 0.6 oz. box (Pack of 2) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/616spJx4+VL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Usually buy this at the store. It is supposed to be refrigerated. I received it in a regular box. So what happene to the culture? Did it die?** A: I have never had to refrigerate the dry packets. It works fine when stored in a cool, dry place. **Q: Does this box have an expiration date on it?** A: I have not had any in a while, but I am pretty sure it does, and here is a comment from their yogurt product description: The expiration date on package is 'yyyy mm' format **Q: Is the expired day printed on each packet？ When is the expired day？** A: My package says 2017/06 and I have had it for several months. It is printed on the end flap. **Q: is it non gmo gluten free?** A: Gluten free - yes Don't know about GMO ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing product! *by N***A on June 4, 2014* It was an answer to my prayers! So easy to use and the final product is of great quality! I know real kefir taste, and had been drinking it all my life in Europe. I missed it greatly when I moved to the US. Grocery stores product tasted fake and full of preservatives. I was so happy, when I finally found yogourmet. I was looking for replacement of store organic yogurts in the diet of my three year old, and this kefir worked out perfectly! My son loves it so much, and eats and drinks it every day a few times a day: with cereal and blueberries, or as smoothies with banana and strawberries. My husband - whose diet I was also trying to "control" - would not listen to my preaching about organic yogurts and cottage cheese important role in every day diet, so I was amazed to see him getting hooked up on kefir smoothies! At first I followed the instruction to the letter, but then doubled the volume of milk. It increases the 1st stage of processing a little bit, maybe 30-36 hrs. Also I just dump the contents of the little baggie into the pan where the milk was heated (after it cools down) skipping the step of mixing it with small volume of milk in a separate cup. The little kefir bacterias are doing a great job, and the final product is amazing! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ very good flavor and consistency *by M***N on May 27, 2009* I have been buying Lifeway kefir in the grocery store, and that is just fine, but I just tried making my own yogurt, so I wondered if you could do that with kefir, and I found this starter. It had very good reviews, so I decided to try it, and it was very easy to make, and is very, very good - nice and creamy. I was trying to decide how I wanted to flavor it, but the taste of it kind of grew on me, so I will probably mostly drink it plain! I have done a little more research on kefir, and it seems to offer a lot of health benefits, so I plan to make it a habit. 7/8/12 update - I am coming back to add a comment, because since my initial review, I learned about the traditional way of making kefir, which involves using a living matrix, referred to as 'grains'. These look like gelatinous cauliflower, and you just keep reusing them, and they will multiply, so you can share them. The finished product has a different taste and consistency from what you will get from the powder, many more probiotic strains. These packets would be a second choice to getting your own grains, but they are fine for occasional use, and a step up from buying the stuff in the store. In theory, you could use your finished kefir from these packets to 'start' another batch, but it would only take a batch or two for the bad bacteria to overcome the good stuff, so I would not recommend doing that. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy & delicious! *by N***. on May 4, 2023* I used this with raw milk & it worked great. This is more reasonably priced than other brands. I actually used 1 packet with half gallon instead of a quart & it still turned out well! I then took half cup of that batch & added it to a new half gallon. It was a little weaker but still good. I think raw milk prevents the culture from eatablishing itself as strongly because it has it's own mix of live bacteria in it that compete with the culture. ## Frequently Bought Together - Yogourmet Freeze Dried Kefir Starter, 0.6 oz. box (Pack of 2) - Yogourmet Yogurt Starter (16 Pack) - Make Yogurt at Home - Starter Culture - All Natural, Gluten Free, Kosher, Halal - 3 g Sachets - Yogourmet Yogurt Starter (16 Pack Bulk Version) - Make Yogurt at Home - Starter Culture - All Natural, Gluten Free, Kosher, Halal - 3 g Sachets --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ro/products/1040400-freeze-dried-kefir-starter-0-6-oz-box-pack-2](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/1040400-freeze-dried-kefir-starter-0-6-oz-box-pack-2) --- *Product available on Desertcart Romania* *Store origin: RO* *Last updated: 2026-07-15*