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    Home » Recipes » Kombucha

    Published: Aug 31, 2023 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Elderflower Kombucha

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    Made with elderflower simple syrup, this Elderflower Kombucha has a sweet floral flavor. It is fizzy and refreshing.

    Elderflower Kombucha in two glasses.

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    This Elderflower Kombucha is a nice alternative to soda. It is sweet and refreshing.

    Made with elderflower simple syrup, it is super easy to make, and there's no straining out bits of fruit.

    Some other kombucha recipes that have simple syrup are Rose Kombucha, Lavender Kombucha, and Chai Kombucha.

    Some simple syrup recipes to try are my Chocolate Simple Syrup, Vanilla Simple Syrup, and Chai Simple Syrup.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • Two Types of Fermentation
    • What Makes Kombucha Fizzy?
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🥣 Supplies
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • How Long Does It Take To Get Fizzy Kombucha?
    • 💭 Tips
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Kombucha Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is sweet and refreshing.
    • It's a great alternative to soda.
    • It's cheaper than store-bought and really easy to make!

    Two Types of Fermentation

    To make homemade kombucha, you start with the first fermentation.

    The first fermentation of kombucha is when you combine sweetened tea, a kombucha scoby, and some starter tea. You let it ferment for 7-21 days and the result is uncarbonated unflavored kombucha.

    The second fermentation involves taking that kombucha you made in the first fermentation and adding flavor. You let it ferment for another 3-5 days in sealed bottles. The result is a fizzy-flavored drink.

    You can ferment even longer, if needed, letting the kombucha ferment for up to 14 days. It all depends on the amount of sugar content in the flavor you're adding, and the temperature of the room.

    Warmer temperatures will cause faster fermentation, and higher sugar content will also speed up fermentation.

    What Makes Kombucha Fizzy?

    The second fermentation is when kombucha gets fizzy. By putting it into a sealed container at room temperature and adding a sugar source (fruit and/or sweetener), carbon dioxide builds.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    Homemade Kombucha in two gallon-sized jars.
    • Homemade kombucha: You'll need freshly made kombucha that has not been refrigerated yet.
    • Elderflower simple syrup: Adds a sweet floral flavor.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    🥣 Supplies

    • Funnel
    • 4 (25 ounce) bottles with flip-top lids
    • Measuring cup

    🔪 Instructions

    Elderflowers, sugar, and water in a saucepan.

    Elderflower Simple Syrup

    Step 1: Pour sugar, water, and elderflowers into a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

    Elderflowers being strained above simple syrup.

    Step 2: Place a fine mesh strainer over a jar and strain out the elderflowers.

    Elderflower Kombucha

    Elderflower simple syrup being poured into a funnel into a bottle.

    Step 3:  Pour ½ cup elderflower simple syrup into each bottle.

    Kombucha being poured into a funnel over a bottle.

    Step 4:  Pour your homemade kombucha into the bottles, leaving 1-2" head space. Let sit 3-5 days.

    Flip-top bottle being popped open.

    Step 5: Pop open the lids at least once a day. Pressure builds, and this allows it to escape. Taste each day to test its flavor and fizziness.

    For this Elderflower Kombucha recipe, I let it ferment for 5 days.

    How Long Does It Take To Get Fizzy Kombucha?

    It can take anywhere from 1-14 days. It depends on a few things.

    1. It depends on how much sugar you have in the kombucha. (Sugar in the form of fruit and/or sweetener.) The more sugar, the faster you'll get carbonation.
    2. It also depends on the weather. Warmer temperature = faster carbonation. I've had bubbly kombucha after a day in summer months and bubbly kombucha after a week in colder months.

    💭 Tips

    • Use bottles with swing-top lids! Mason jars and store-bought kombucha bottles that have the seal broken won't hold carbonation.
    • Refrigerate after the kombucha is done fermenting.
    Elderflower Kombucha in two glasses.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    Should I Burp My Second Ferment Kombucha?

    Yes! If you don't you could have a mess. By adding sugar to the homemade kombucha and fermenting it a second time in bottles with swing-top lids, you're creating an environment for carbonation. If you don't allow it to escape, you'll have kombucha all over your kitchen.

    How do you know when the second fermentation is done?

    When you burp the bottle you'll be able to see how much carbonation has built up. Bubbles will rise to the top of the bottle.

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    🌟Need a new kombucha scoby? I love to buy my scobys from Fermentaholics. They're inexpensive and my kombucha comes out great every time.

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    Elderflower Kombucha in two glasses.
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    Elderflower Kombucha

    Made with elderflower simple syrup, this Elderflower Kombucha has a sweet floral flavor. It is fizzy and refreshing.
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    fermenting 5 hours hours
    Total Time 5 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 12
    Calories 206kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • 4 (25 ounce) bottles with flip top lids or other air tight bottles
    • Funnel
    • Measuring cup

    Ingredients

    Elderflower Simple Syrup

    • 2 cup sugar
    • 2 cup water
    • ¼ cup dried edible elderflowers

    Elderflower Kombucha

    • 12 cups homemade kombucha
    • 2 cups elderflower simple syrup

    Instructions

    Elderflower Simple Syrup

    • In a saucepan, bring elderflowers, sugar, and water to a boil.
    • Reduce heat and simmer partially covered for 10-15 minutes. Let cool.
    • Place a fine mesh strainer over a jar or bowl and strain the flowers from the simple syrup.

    Elderflower Kombucha

    • Line up 4 (25 ounce) bottles with flip top lids or other air tight bottles.
    • Using a funnel, pour ½ cup elderflower simple syrup and freshly made homemade kombucha into each 25 ounce bottle leaving 1-2" head space.
    • Let bottles sit out (at 75° - 85°) for 3-5 days, making sure to pop the lids each day to let out the pressure of the carbon dioxide. Taste each day to test its flavor and fizziness.

    Notes

    Use freshly made homemade kombucha that has not been refrigerated yet.
    Refrigerate after the kombucha is done fermenting.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Sodium: 45mg | Potassium: 35mg | Sugar: 55g | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 2mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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