Description
A bubbly, slightly tangy homemade drink made from water, sugar, and water kefir grains, perfect for a healthy alternative to soda.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons water kefir grains
- Dried fruit or a slice of fresh lemon (optional)
- A pinch of baking soda or a raisin (optional)
Instructions
- Mix four cups of filtered water with a quarter cup of sugar in a glass jar or pitcher.
- Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add 2-3 tablespoons of water kefir grains.
- If desired, toss in a dried fig or a slice of lemon.
- Cover with a kitchen towel secured with a rubber band.
- Leave at room temperature for 24-48 hours, tasting occasionally to assess the tanginess.
- Once ready, strain the liquid into a clean bottle and refrigerate.
- Reuse the grains for the next batch.
Notes
Experiment with flavors by adding fruits like pineapple, strawberries, or blueberries during a second fermentation. Serve chilled or over ice for a refreshing drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1440 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Fermentation
- Cuisine: Fermented
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg