Description
Elderberry Kombucha is a delicious and immune-boosting fermented beverage that combines the health benefits of elderberries with the probiotic goodness of kombucha. This recipe is easy to make at home and perfect for those looking for a tasty way to support their immune system.
Ingredients
Scale
Kombucha:
- 1 quart finished kombucha (first ferment)
Elderberry Mix:
- 2 tablespoons dried elderberries (or 1/4 cup elderberry syrup)
- 1–2 teaspoons raw honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Pour the kombucha: Transfer the finished kombucha to a clean glass container, leaving some space at the top.
- Add elderberries: Mix in the dried elderberries or elderberry syrup.
- Enhance flavor: Optionally, include honey, maple syrup, and grated ginger.
- Seal and ferment: Close the container tightly and let it ferment at room temperature for 2–4 days, checking for carbonation daily.
- Strain and chill: Once carbonation is to your liking, strain out solids, refrigerate, and serve cold.
Notes
- Use flip-top bottles for optimal carbonation.
- Strain carefully if using dried elderberries.
- Adjust sweetness but avoid excessive sweetening to prevent pressure buildup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Fermenting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
