Among the many flavor offerings of Kombucha, the ginger blueberry lemon flavor is definitely one of the must-trys. The ginger blueberry lemon Kombucha is bursting with vibrant flavors of sweetness, tanginess, and spice. Its ingredients are also easy to find and full of health benefits that you will surely love. Furthermore, this flavor is also a good choice for newbie Kombucha drinkers who like Kombucha with little sweetness.
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Health Benefits
Ginger
Ginger is one of the most popular root vegetables used for cooking and treating various diseases like nausea, morning sickness, flu, and common cold. It is abundant in gingerol which is a powerful compound that gives ginger its anti-inflammatory, anticancer and antioxidant properties. It is also used to aid in digestion and boost digestive tract activity. Additionally, ginger has shown positive effects in weight loss and reducing waist-hip ratio. People with osteoarthritis on the knees can also consume ginger to manage their symptoms.
Blueberry
Blueberries are cholesterol free foods that are rich in nutrients like fiber, folate, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and phytonutrients. These nutrients help support cardiovascular health, reduce the risks of cancer, and improve mental health. These can also manage the symptoms of diseases like high blood pressure and diabetes. Moreover, blueberries can aid in digestion and weight loss as well as boost skin and bone health.
Lemon
We all know that lemon is a good source of vitamin C. But did you know that this citrus fruit is also filled with beneficial soluble fiber and plant compounds? These nutrients make lemon a helpful ingredient for weight loss, and relieving digestive issues. Lemons may also reduce the risk of heart disease, anemia, kidney stones, and even cancer.
How To Make Ginger Blueberry Lemon Kombucha
Making ginger blueberry lemon Kombucha is not that complicated and you can definitely make it at home. With complete ingredients and tools you can surely make this refreshing drink in no time.
But before you jump into the recipe below, make sure that you are using Kombucha that has finished first fermentation or F1. F1 is an important fermentation process that is done to make the Kombucha. After the Kombucha has finished F1, Kombucha undergoes a second fermentation or F2 for carbonation and flavoring. For a more detailed and comprehensive guide for second fermentation, please check out our blog post here.
Ginger Blueberry Lemon Kombucha Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Homebrewing kit This is for 1st fermentation
- 1 Heating mat This is for 1st fermentation
- 1 Boochsleeve This is for 1st fermentation
- 1 Bottlebrush kit To clean your bottles
- 6 Bottles (16 oz.)
- 1 Funnel For the 2nd fermentation process
- 1 Mesh strain colander For the 2nd fermentation process
- 1 PBW cleaner To clean your bottles
Ingredients
- 1 gal Kombucha
- 2 tbsp Ginger ($0.90 per 0.25 lb.)
- 1 cup Blueberries ($5.15 per lb.)
- 2 tsps Lemon juice ($0.72 per lb.)
Instructions
- Clean your bottlesYou should make sure that your bottles are cleaned thoroughly witha bottlebrush kit and PBW cleaner to prevent any contamination. After cleaning,rinse and dry your bottles properly.
- Prepare your Ingredients For the ginger, you can opt to chop or grate them. You mayalso use ginger powder however remember that using powder can give yourflavored Kombucha more ginger flavor so we suggest adding less than 2 tbsp. ofginger powder.To prepare your blueberries, chop your blueberries finely and setaside. For the lemon juice, squeeze your lemon using your hand or a juicer toget the fresh juice.
- Add the ginger, blueberry, and lemon to your bottles or growlersTakethe funnel and use it to add your flavorings to your chosen fermentationbottles.
- Pour your Kombucha liquid to your bottlesPour the Kombucha liquid to your fermentation bottle with thefunnel on its mouth to avoid spills. If you have extra time, you can strainyour Kombucha with a mesh strain colander to remove the excess yeast. Leaveabout ½ to 1 inch of headspace for good carbonation buildup.
- Ferment Make sure to seal your bottles tightly and ferment your flavoredKombucha at room temperature between 60℉ to 85℉ for 3 to14 days depending on your preferred taste and the carbonation buildup. If youare fermenting in a cool place, we suggest using a heating mat so you canferment your Kombucha with the right warm temperature.
- Keep your bottled Kombucha in the refrigeratorIf you think that your flavored Kombucha is ready, move and keepthem in the refrigerator to inhibit fermentation and preserve their taste.
- Serve and enjoy You can strain your Kombucha before serving to remove unappealingresidues from the yeast and flavorings.
How to level up the taste
While you can use chopped blueberries for more convenience, using cooked blueberries can give your Kombucha more flavor. To cook blueberries, you will only need to place your blueberries, 1 cup of water, and 2 tbsps. of sugar in a saucepan. Cook in low heat until the blueberries soften and break down. You may also opt to use blueberry, ginger, and lemon commercial juice to level up the taste of your Kombucha and make the task easier. Juices can give Kombucha a stronger taste from the flavoring as well as add carbonation.
When serving ginger blueberry lemon Kombucha, you may add some honey for extra sweetness or add lemonade to your drink to give it a twist.
Featured Product
This effervescent Verve Kombucha flavored with blueberry, ginger, and lemon is locally fermented and made with organic ingredients. It is rich in probiotics that maintains digestive health and Vitamin B that boost cell metabolism.
The Koe organic blueberry ginger Kombucha is made with real natural fruit juices and purees. It is fortified with probiotics and guaranteed to be USDA certified, organic, Non-GMA, Kosher certified, vegan, gluten-free, and non-alcoholic.
Another must try flavored Kombucha is the Central Market blueberry ginger Kombucha which is fermented with an heirloom Kombucha SCOBY and Rocky Mountain spring water. It is USDA organic and is perfect for newbie Kombucha drinkers.
