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Kefiviva

Thyme

Form: Liquid

  • Botanical Name: Valeriana officinalis
  • Common Name: Valerian
  • Family: Caprifoliaceae
  • Used Part: Root
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Kefiviva

Fermented Thyme

Form: Liquid

Botanical Name: Thymus vulgaris L

Common Name: Thyme, Common Thyme, Garden Thyme

Family: Lamiaceae

Used Part: Leaves

Thyme, a fragrant herb widely used in culinary and traditional medicine, is celebrated for its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and respiratory-supportive properties. Known to aid digestion, promote immune health, and support respiratory function, thyme is a versatile herb for wellness applications. Fermentation enhances its bioactive compounds, amplifying its therapeutic effects and making it an ideal ingredient for functional products.

Health Benefits

  • Antimicrobial properties
  • Respiratory support
  • Digestive health
  • Antioxidant effects
  • Immune enhancement
  • Anti-inflammatory properties

Technical Data & Applications Overview

Our fermented thyme combines a bold, earthy flavor with enhanced bioavailability through fermentation, making it ideal for tailored health-focused applications.

  • Teas and herbals
  • Wellness shots and elixirs
  • Adaptogenic drinks
  • Mocktails and cocktails
  • Sodas and lemonades
  • Snacks
  • Soups and Broths
  • Condiments

Fermented thyme provides a savory, aromatic profile enriched by fermentation, making it a valuable addition to beverages and foods designed to support respiratory health, digestion, and immune wellness.

Thyme naturally contains a variety of bioactive compounds that contribute to its health benefits.

Essential Oils: Thymol, Carvacrol, Linalool
Phenolic Compounds: Rosmarinic Acid, Caffeic Acid
Flavonoids: Apigenin, Luteolin

These water-soluble compounds can be extracted during the infusion process, offering antimicrobial, antioxidant, and digestive-supportive properties. They are ideal for functional applications targeting immune health and overall vitality.

Fermentation enhances thyme’s health benefits, improving its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.

Molecules: Thymol, Carvacrol, Flavonoids, Phenolic Compounds…
Organic Acids: Acetic, Gluconic, Succinic acids
Vitamines
Minerals: Gluconate and acetate forms (Mg, Ca)
Amino acids: Tryptophan, Glutamic acid, Proline, Aspartic acid
Others: Polysaccharides, Oligosaccharides, Soluble sugars & alcohol (low concentration), Glycerol
Enzymes: Hydrolase, Lipase, Amylase

Through fermentation, thyme is predigested, allowing its nutrients to be absorbed more effectively. This process enhances its antimicrobial, digestive, and immune-supportive properties, making fermented thyme an exceptional ingredient for wellness-driven formulations.

List of ingredients: Water, Organic thyme leaves, Organic raw cane sugar*, Symbiosis of yeasts (Schizosaccharomyces pombe, Zygosaccharomyces bailii, Dekkera bruxellensis) and bacteria (Komagataeibacter sp., Gluconoacetobacter sp.)
* Consumed by microorganisms

Lifetime: 2 years

Storage: Keep container tightly close in a cool (between 39 and 68°F), dry and dark place.

Our fermented ingredient is available in two convenient formats to suit various needs:

  • Spacekraft 1000L / 264 US Gallons (Dimensions: 40 x 48 x 33.5 in.)
  • 20L Drum / 5.28 US Gallons (Dimensions: 11 x 9.5 x 15 in.)

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