{"id":60487,"date":"2017-07-24T11:15:49","date_gmt":"2017-07-24T15:15:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=60487"},"modified":"2021-09-16T13:37:07","modified_gmt":"2021-09-16T17:37:07","slug":"easy-kombucha-recipes-home-brew","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/easy-kombucha-recipes-home-brew\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Easy Refreshing Kombucha Recipes You Can Brew at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Despite the recent buzz, the fermented drink known as kombucha actually dates back roughly 2,000 years to China. And with touted health benefits including increased energy, improved digestion<\/a>, sharper mental clarity and even weight loss<\/a>, it\u2019s no wonder it\u2019s making a comeback.<\/p>\n

So what exactly is kombucha? Kombucha is essentially the result of black or green tea, a mushroom-like colony of bacteria called a \u201cscoby\u201d and sugar fermenting. The result is a fizzy, slightly sweet carbonated vinegar drink full of probiotics, vitamins and healthy enzymes. The downside is that these all-natural sips aren’t cheap. But if you\u2019re willing to master the logistics, making kombucha at home can be a fun, healthy hobby to take on. Fair warning: The process can take some time, so be ready for an adventure!<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>9 All-Natural Sources of Healthy Probiotics<\/a><\/p>\n

How to Make Homemade Kombucha<\/h3>\n

To start, brew three and half quarts of black tea (about eight tea bags) and one cup of sugar. Then, add your scoby (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast). The scoby starts the fermentation process. You\u2019ll want to handle the scoby with care and make sure to sterilize your hands with vinegar<\/a> after touching it.<\/p>\n

Next, add your fresh brew to a batch of store-bought, unpasteurized kombucha. Then, divide the mixture into jars and cover the mouths with a piece of cheesecloth (or any clean, breathable cloth) and secure it with a rubber band. Let the kombucha ferment at room temperature (around 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit) for 7 to 12 days.<\/p>\n

Once the process is complete, remove the scoby and store it in a sterilized container. Then pour the kombucha into a sealable bottle<\/a> and add any of your favorite flavorings. Need some ideas? Check out the kombucha recipes below to jazz up your drink. (They’ll store for about 3 to 5 days.)<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>How to Choose the Right Probiotic for You<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n

8 Refreshing Kombucha Recipes You\u2019ll Love<\/h3>\n

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1. \u00a0Simple Kombucha<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Think of this as your homemade kombucha starter pack. This recipe calls out all the basic utensils, ingredients and step-by-step instructions on how to get your kombucha skills perfected. Photo and recipe: Faith \/ The Conscientious Eater<\/em><\/p>\n

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2. Blueberry Ginger Kombucha<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Of the kombucha recipes on this list, this one stands out for its antioxidant one-two punch. Thanks to blueberries, you\u2019ll also get a dose of powerful phytonutrients, while ginger aids in digestion. Cook the blueberries and ginger in a small saucepan and bring it to a boil so it turns into a syrup that you\u2019ll mix with your freshly brewed buch. Photo and recipe: Jordan Junco \/ Fit, Happy, Free<\/em><\/p>\n

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3. Blackberry Mango Kombucha <\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Reach for this sweet drink to keep you hydrated and refreshed in between meals. Instead of turning the fruits into a syrup, adding chunks of blackberries and mangos to the kombucha will infuse it with their nourishing flavors. Photo and recipe: Nick Abell \/ Serving Realness<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>RELATED:<\/strong> 8 DIY Energy Drinks to Help Power Your Workout<\/a><\/p>\n

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4. Pineapple Cayenne Kombucha<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Channel more tropical vibes with this deliciously juicy and fiery beverage. The cayenne pepper balances the sweetness of the pineapple with a spicy kick. Plus, you\u2019ll get added health benefits: Pineapple is rich in vitamin C<\/a>, while cayenne has metabolism-boosting, anti-inflammatory properties. Enjoy it as a base for a healthy cocktail<\/a> with a paper umbrella on top! Photo and recipe: Alana \/ The Wild Gut<\/em><\/p>\n

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5.\u00a0Lemonade Kombucha<\/a><\/h3>\n

Lemonade is the official drink of summer. Up the sunshine in your glass with this kombucha version featuring freshly squeezed lemons and coconut sugar. Photo and recipe: Lee Hersh \/ Fit Foodie Finds<\/em><\/p>\n

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6. Lemon Verbena Kombucha<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

This recipe calls for green tea instead of the traditional black tea used in most kombucha recipes. Green tea<\/a> offers a lighter, subtler flavor than black and boasts powerful polyphenols. Garnish your drink with lemon verbena leaves and an herb like rosemary or thyme for a crisp, cooling finish. Photo and recipe: Danielle Ramirez \/ Fermented Food Lab
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7. Raspberry Lime Kombucha<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

This classic flavor combo will give your bottle of kombucha the right amount of sweetness and zest. When it comes to the perfect food pairing, fish tacos<\/a>, anyone? Photo and recipe: Michele Rosen \/ Paleo Running Mama<\/em><\/p>\n

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8. Grapefruit Rosemary Kombucha<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

You\u2019ll fall in love with this unexpected mix of sweet, sour and herby flavors. If you don\u2019t like grapefruit, you can also use blood oranges<\/a> for a lush ruby color. Photo and recipe : Julia Mueller \/ Oh My Veggies<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Why throw down money each day for a bottle of kombucha when you can make the probiotic-rich drink at home? Check out these easy kombucha recipes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":88,"featured_media":60500,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[27,9,17],"tags":[29,31,43,44,161,341,388],"class_list":["post-60487","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-healthy","category-recipes","category-vegan","tag-antioxidants","tag-beverages","tag-diy","tag-drinks","tag-hydration","tag-tax1living-well","tag-tax2nutrition"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/60487","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/88"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=60487"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/60487\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/60500"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=60487"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=60487"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=60487"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}