Probiotic Soda Citrus Mint (Printer View)

Sparkling probiotic soda with citrus and mint. Refreshing, gut-friendly, and easy to prepare. Vegan and gluten-free.

# What you'll need:

→ Probiotic Base

01 - 4 cups filtered water
02 - 1/4 cup organic cane sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons water kefir grains or 2 tablespoons ginger bug
04 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

→ Flavoring

05 - 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
06 - 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
07 - 8 fresh mint leaves
08 - 4 thin orange slices
09 - Ice cubes to serve

# Method:

01 - Dissolve organic cane sugar thoroughly in filtered water in a sanitized glass jar. Add water kefir grains or ginger bug and pour in the fresh lemon juice. Using a non-metallic spoon, stir gently to combine.
02 - Cover the jar with a breathable cloth or coffee filter secured by a rubber band. Allow the mixture to ferment at room temperature (68–77°F) for 24 to 48 hours, until a light fizz and tang are detected.
03 - After fermentation, strain out the kefir grains or ginger bug. Discard or reserve for subsequent use.
04 - Transfer the soda base to a pitcher. Add fresh orange juice, lime juice, and mint leaves. Stir gently to integrate flavors.
05 - Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the beverage over the ice, garnishing each glass with a thin orange slice and additional mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately for optimal effervescence.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Boosts gut health naturally
  • Easy to make and customize
02 -
  • Only use non-metallic utensils when handling fermenting cultures.
  • If using store-bought cultures, check for allergen cross-contamination.
03 -
  • Customize sweetness with a splash of honey or agave (skip honey for vegan version).
  • Adjust citrus amounts for a tangier or milder drink.
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