Obsidian Range Bokashi Bran® Starter Kit

The Obsidian Range – 25L Starter Kit

Upgrade your composting system with the sleek and powerful Obsidian Range Starter Kit.

This premium 25-litre Bokashi system is ideal for busy kitchens, larger households, or anyone wanting fewer bucket rotations and greater convenience.

The Obsidian Range delivers the same trusted Bokashi Bran® fermentation system as the Alba Range — just with a larger 25L capacity and a striking black finish that suits modern kitchens.

Unlike traditional composting, Bokashi ferments your food waste in an airtight environment. That means:

✔ No rotting
✔ No bad smells
✔ No flies
✔ No pests
✔ No methane-producing landfill waste

And yes — you can compost all food waste, including:

• Fruit & vegetables
• Cooked leftovers
• Meat & bones
• Dairy
• Bread & grains
• Coffee grounds & tea bags

Designed for continuous composting, this two-bucket system ensures one bucket ferments while the other fills.

📦 What’s Included

• 2 x 25L Obsidian Bokashi Bran® Buckets (airtight lids)
• Built-in drainage tap
• Internal straining tray
• 2 x 1kg Authentic Bokashi Bran®
• Bokashi Bran® scoop
• Full step-by-step instruction guide

Note: This kit does not include the counter-top container.

🌍 Why Choose the Obsidian Range?

• Larger 25L capacity
  • Premium black design
  • Ideal for bigger households
  • Fewer bucket changes
  • Reduces landfill waste
  • Cuts methane emissions
  • Produces nutrient-rich soil conditioner

This is composting made modern.

1. 🥄 How Bokashi Works

Bokashi is a fermentation process — not traditional composting.

By layering food waste with Bokashi Bran (rich in beneficial microbes), your waste ferments in an oxygen-free environment.

This prevents rot and eliminates odours.

After 10–14 days of fermentation, the contents can be:
• Buried directly in soil
• Added to a compost heap
• Used in a soil factory
• Added to large planters

Within weeks, it transforms into rich organic matter that feeds your soil.

2. 📝 How To Use Your Obsidian Bokashi Bucket

Step 1: Add Food Waste

Add your food scraps daily. Chop larger items for faster fermentation.

Step 2: Sprinkle Bokashi Bran®

Add a scoop per layer of food waste.

Step 3: Press & Seal

Press down to remove air pockets and close the lid tightly.

Step 4: Ferment

Once full, seal and leave to ferment for 2 weeks out of direct sunlight.

Step 5: Drain Liquid

Drain during the fermentation stage using the tap.
Dilute 1:300 with water and use as plant feed.

Step 6: Return to Soil

Bury or compost to complete the nutrient cycle.

3. ❓ FAQs

Does it smell?
No. When used correctly, it smells slightly sweet and fermented — never rotten.

Can I compost meat and dairy?
Yes. Bokashi handles all food waste.

How long does 1kg of bran last?
Typically 3–4 weeks depending on household size.

Do I need a garden?
No. You can use planters, a soil factory, or share with community gardens.