Kvas or Kvass (Fermented Rye Beverage)

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 16

Kvas or Kvass (Fermented Rye Beverage) recipe

by The Chefin Drink

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

48 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

110

Sugar

24g

Fat

Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage that originated in Russia and is now popular throughout Eastern Europe. It is made from dark rye bread that has been toasted, boiled, and then fermented with yeast and sugar. The resulting drink is slightly carbonated and has a tangy, slightly sour taste. Kvass is typically served chilled and is a popular summer beverage.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 300°F.
2.	Spread the cubed rye bread on a baking sheet and toast for 20-30 minutes, until crisp.
3.	Bring the water to a boil in a large pot. Add the toasted rye bread cubes and simmer for 1 hour.
4.	Strain the bread mixture through a fine-mesh strainer, reserving the liquid. Allow the liquid to cool to room temperature.
5.	In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the lukewarm water.
6.	Add the sugar and raisins to the cooled liquid and stir to dissolve.
7.	Stir in the yeast mixture. Cover the pot and let it sit in a warm place for 24-48 hours, until it has a slightly sour smell and taste.
8.	Strain the kvass through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any solids. Store in the refrigerator and serve chilled.

PROS

Kvass is a low-calorie beverage that is rich in probiotics, which promote gut health.
It also has a unique tangy, slightly sour flavor that is refreshing on a hot day.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the taste of kvass, and it can be difficult to find ingredients like dark rye bread and active dry yeast.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kvass is a good source of probiotics, which can help improve digestion and boost the immune system. It is also low in calories and sugar, making it a healthier alternative to sugary drinks.

	1 lb dark rye bread , stale and cubed
	3 quarts water
	1/2 ounce active dry yeast
	1/4 cup water , lukewarm
	1 cup sugar
	2 tablespoons raisins