Fir Up Your Kombucha Game with This Christmas Special Recipe! 🎄🌲
Brew Your Own Unique Christmas Tree Potted Kombucha this Holiday Season
Got a pesticide-free Christmas tree? Turn it into a delicious, local, and eco-friendly kombucha! Christmas fir trees are not just for decoration; they're also edible and aromatic. The most common species used as Christmas trees in North America, balsam fir, is the star of this recipe.
Why Balsam Fir? 🤔
Balsam fir is a wonderful choice for this special kombucha recipe because it's full of life when used for brewing, and its aroma is simply irresistible. Say goodbye to plain old kombucha and welcome a festive twist that'll make your taste buds dance!
Get the Boozy Birch 🌳
If you're loving the idea of brewing with fir trees, don't stop at Christmas! Try our balsam fir bud kombucha recipe when the holidays are over, and explore the endless possibilities nature has to offer.
Brewing the Christmas Tree in a Snap 🍵
Ingredients
- 1 kombucha scoby & its liquid starter
- 12 g tea
- 200 g sugar
- 1 small organic balsam fir branch
- 50 g honey
- 2.5 L chlorine-free or filtered water
QUICK FIR-MONT
- Infusion Time: Infuse the tea directly into the jar, remove, and dissolve the sugar in water.
- Starter Brew: Add kombucha scoby, honey, and balsam fir branch to the mix and leave it to ferment for 10-15 days at room temperature.
- Chill Out: Pop the brew in the fridge for 24-48 hours to enhance the flavors and then strain it.
- Fizz Up: Bottle the strain liquid and store it at room temperature for a few days to build up that fizzy goodness.
- Refrigerate and Relax: Put it in the fridge when it's sufficiently fizzy. Remember to test the effervescence daily!
Sip on your Christmas-inspired kombucha and brag to your friends that not only did you make the whole tree, but you used it to create this marvelous drink!
If you're eager to get started on the fermented drinks train, our complete kombucha kit is perfect for beginners. It includes essential equipment, a handy manual, and basic ingredients. All you'll need is sugar, water, and your favorite flavors!
Are you ready to unleash the power of local plants in your kombucha game? Make the most of your resources and create a unique twist on traditional kombucha. 🍻🎉🌲🎄
Cooking with balsam fir extends beyond the holidays, as demonstrated by the boozy birch kombucha recipe using balsam fir buds. This recipe, along with the Christmas tree kombucha, showcases healthy cooking by infusing local plants into food-and-drink, contributing to a lifestyle that values home-and-garden produce. Global cuisines can also find inspiration in utilizing edible trees and plants as unique ingredients for a refreshing, aromatic kombucha, promoting a sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle.
