Update: I'm torn between my family's old crock and my new fermentation station.

Which gives better results, tradition or tech?

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That's a false choice right there. The old crock isn't just about tradition, it's about the material. A good ceramic crock breathes in a way most new plastic lids can't match. But the new station probably gives you better control over temperature, which is huge for consistency. The best results usually come from using the right tool for the job, not picking one side. Sometimes that's the crock for a basic sauerkraut, sometimes you need the tech for something trickier.

karen_wells29d ago

Except the best results come from natural fermentation every time.

theas9418d ago

My neighbor swears by her old crock but her ferments are always a bit hit or miss.