Kombucha
A tangy, effervescent, and subtly sweet fermented tea beverage, Kombucha is enjoyed for its refreshing qualities and unique flavor profile. This recipe focuses on preparing a single serving of plain kombucha with optional natural flavorings.
Chill ingredients and glass
Ensure your store-bought kombucha is well-chilled. Select a clean glass (like a highball or wine glass) and, if desired, add 1 serving of ice.
💡 Tips:
- •Kombucha is best enjoyed very cold for maximum refreshment and fizz.
Add optional flavorings
Pour 0.5 ounce (15 ml) of your chosen fresh fruit juice into the glass. This step is optional and allows for customization of flavor.
💡 Tips:
- •Consider what flavors complement kombucha's tanginess, such as berry, citrus, or ginger juice.
Pour kombucha and stir
Slowly pour 10-12 ounces (300-360 ml) of chilled unflavored kombucha into the glass over the juice and ice. Stir gently once or twice to combine.
💡 Tips:
- •Pouring slowly helps to preserve the natural carbonation of the kombucha.
Garnish and serve
Garnish with 1-2 slices of fresh fruit (e.g., berries, ginger, or mint leaves) if desired. Serve immediately.
💡 Tips:
- •Garnishes enhance both the visual appeal and the aroma of the drink.
- 💡Experiment with different fruit juices or muddled fresh herbs (like basil or rosemary) to create unique flavor combinations.
- 💡For an extra tangy kick, add a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice.
- 💡If you find kombucha too strong, dilute it slightly with plain or sparkling water.
- 💡While this recipe is for serving, remember that making kombucha from scratch is a longer, multi-step fermentation process requiring a SCOBY.
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