Can kefir whey be refrigerated before being used to ferment other foods?

Is it okay to refrigerate kefir whey for a few days before fermenting other foods with it (i.e., almond butter http://www.thecandidadiet.com/forums/topic/fermented-almond-butter-16/ ), or will this prevent the good bacteria from eating the bad stuff (kinda like kefir itself nearly stops fermenting lactose when refrigerated)?

It seems like one would need to use it on the almond butter immediately upon production to achieve the desired effect, but I'm not sure if refrigerated kefir whey will still work, due to the fact that it has already been allowed to ferment for a day or two before refrigeration.

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Quick Answer about "Can kefir whey be refrigerated before being used to ferment other foods?"

Kefir microorganisms will gradually go dormant and die off in the fridge. I don't tend to do whey fermentations myself, because they generally involve putting microorganisms adapted from one thing (dairy) into something they're not as well adapted to--and this can have unpredictable results.

What can you do with kefir whey?

What to Do with Whey

to lacto ferment vegetables and fruits.

to soak grains, nuts and seeds.

as a milk or buttermilk substitute in baking.

to change the pH of your garden soil.

as extra food for pets.

to tenderize meat.

How do you remove whey from kefir?

First, you will want to remove the grains to keep it from continuing to separate more. Then shake up your kefir before you put it through a strainer. Once in the strainer, use a rubber spatula and stir it around vigorously so the whey will go through the strainer.

What happens if you leave water kefir too long?

Have My Water Kefir Grains Died? Kefir grains are resilient and can stay alive for years. However, if they are neglected (e.g. kept too long in the fridge), they can weaken and die. To find out if your water kefir grains have died, you can test them by making them ferment a new batch.

Can you drink over fermented kefir?

Adding kefir to your diet can be an easy and delicious way to increase your intake of probiotics. However, drinking too much can have several side effects, including digestive issues. It also contains carbs and a small amount of alcohol, so it may not be suitable for everyone.

Kefir: Refrigeration or Fermentation?

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