If you are looking for an energy-boosting drink that is not filled with sugar and doesn’t make you feel jittery, then chia seed Kombucha is for you. In this chia seed Kombucha recipe, we feature chia seeds which are not just a good ingredient for digestion but also have energy-boosting power that will definitely help you get through your day. It is refreshing, tasty, and perfect whenever you need a little pick-me-up.
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Health Benefits
Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are full of antioxidants, minerals, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. They help promote heart health and improve blood sugar management. Adding chia seeds to your daily diet can also protect the cells from free radical damage. It may support weight loss and reduce the risk of heart disease as well. Moreover, they contain calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium which are beneficial to maintaining bone health.
How To Make Chia Seed Kombucha
Chia seed Kombucha is a cheap, easy-to-make, and healthy DIY Kombucha drink that you can enjoy at any time of the day. In this chia seed Kombucha recipe, you will need chia seeds and any flavored Kombucha that has finished first and second fermentation.
Kombucha is a healthy fermented beverage that mainly undergoes two fermentation processes namely first fermentation (F1) and second fermentation (F2). During the first fermentation, the sweet tea is converted to Kombucha by the Kombucha culture or SCOBY. After completing the first fermentation, Kombucha undergoes second fermentation for flavoring and carbonation. If you are homebrewing Kombucha and would like to flavor it by yourself for a more personalized taste, you may check our complete guide on second fermentation here.
Chia Seed Kombucha Recipe
Equipment
- 19 12 oz. Mason Jars
Ingredients
- 1 gal Kombucha
- 57 tbsp Chia seeds ($0.47 per oz.)
Instructions
- Add chia seeds and Kombucha to a masonjar Add 3 tbsp. of chia seeds to a mason jar. Use a slightlylarge mason jar because chia seeds will expand as they hydrate. Next, add 1 cupof flavored Kombucha to the jar. Then, stir the mixture with a spoon.
- Stir every 10 minutes Let the chia seeds soak in the flavored Kombucha liquid for 10minutes before stirring. Chia seeds can get sticky as they absorb moisture soyou need to stir them to prevent them from clumping. If the chia seeds clump,they may not plump up and will remain hard. Overall, it takes 20 minutes andmore to hydrate all the chia seeds.
- Serve and enjoyYou can drink your chia seed Kombucha as soon as the seeds havehydrated. You may also chill your chia seed Kombucha first to make it morerefreshing.
How to level up the taste
Chia seeds do not affect the taste of Kombucha at all so you can incorporate various extra ingredients to level up the taste of chia seed Kombucha.
To make sure that your chia seed Kombucha tastes great, we suggest using flavored Kombucha only. You can always use plain Kombucha, however, flavored Kombucha offers a more appealing taste, especially for newbie drinkers.
You can also add your favorite juice to elevate the taste. You can add any store-bought juices like orange juice, lemon juice, and more as long as they suit your taste. The juice can add sweetness and an additional hint of flavors to your chia seed Kombucha.
Adding honey before serving can also make the drinking experience more enjoyable, especially for first-time Kombucha drinkers. If you like, you can also add fresh fruit slices or fruit puree for a fruity and fun twist.
Featured Product
You can use any flavored Kombucha to make chia seed Kombucha but if you are having a hard time choosing a beginner-friendly Kombucha drink, you can check our recommendations below.
GT’s organic and raw Kombucha Raspberry chia gives you a sweet and refreshing energy boost on a busy day. It is filled with gut-beneficial nutrients and made with freshly pressed raspberries, raw chia seeds, and GT’s signature raw Kombucha.
Berry-flavored Kombuchas like Remedy Kombucha tea mixed berry make a great base for your chia seed Kombucha. The Remedy Kombucha Mixed Berry contains strawberry, blackberry, and blueberry. It is made with real ingredients and claims to be a no-sugar drink. It is great for the gut and appealing even for newbie Kombucha enthusiasts.
Koe Mango Kombucha is another delectable flavor for chia seed Kombucha. It has a fruity mango taste and the pleasant tartness of Kombucha. It is filled with gut-friendly bacteria and immune-boosting vitamin C as well.
