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Garlic Kvass

A refreshing fermented drink with garlic that promotes gut health.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Eastern European
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 head of garlic peeled and smashed
  • 4 cups of water filtered
  • 1 tablespoon of salt sea salt or kosher
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar white or brown sugar
  • Optional herbs: dill parsley, or bay leaves

Equipment

  • Large glass jar (1-gallon size)
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel
  • Rubber band or string
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Peel and smash the garlic cloves.
  2. In a large glass jar, combine the smashed garlic, water, salt, and sugar.
  3. Stir well to dissolve the salt and sugar.
  4. Add optional herbs if desired.
  5. Cover the jar with cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel and secure it with a rubber band.
  6. Let the jar sit at room temperature for about 5 days.
  7. Taste the kvass after 5 days; if it’s tangy enough, strain it through a fine mesh sieve.
  8. Transfer the strained kvass into clean bottles and refrigerate.

Notes

Enjoy your Garlic Kvass as a refreshing drink or alongside meals.