Khlebny Kvas (Kvass)

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 18

Learn how to make Khlebny Kvas (Kvass) - a traditional fermented Russian beverage made from rye bread.

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

142

Sugar

27g

Fat

0.8g

Khlebny Kvas or Kvass is a popular traditional beverage in Russia and some other Eastern European countries. The drink is made through the process of fermentation from rye bread. While it is most commonly consumed during summertime in the region, it can be a unique drink to enjoy at any time of the year, especially as it has a slight carbonation, which gives it a refreshing fizz in every sip.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F. Cut the loaf of bread into medium slices to fit on the baking sheet and spread the slices on your baking sheet
2.	Bake for around 30 minutes or until the bread slices are browned and toasted. Remove from the oven and let it cool
3.	In a large pot, boil 2 quarts of water
4.	Remove the toasted bread slices from the baking sheet. Once the water comes to a boil, remove the pot from the heat and add the toasted slices of bread and Stir
5.	Let mixture cool down until it reaches room temperature
6.	Add sugar to the pot, yeast and stir
7.	Add raisins and mint to the pot
8.	Cover the pot lightly with a cheese cloth & store in a warm place for 2-3 days until it becomes slightly carbonated smelling yeasty and has tiny bubbles on the surface
9.	Place a sieve over another pot and filter out the solids of your Kvas ensuring it is clear and smooth. Bottle the liquid you have filtered out from your Kvas into ready-to-drink containers and store in a fridge.
10.

PROS

Khlebny Kvas is a healthy and probiotic-rich drink.
It is a refreshing alternative to sodas and other sugary drinks.
Its ingredients make it a cost-effective drink to make at home.

CONS

Khlebny Kvas can be challenging to make for the first time as the perfect balance of sugar, yeast, and bread is critical.
It can be time-consuming to prepare and ready to drink which takes up to 3-5 days, and it can have minor alcohol content due to its fermentation process.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Khlebny Kvas is a probiotic drink that supports a healthy gut with beneficial bacteria. It is rich in vitamin B and C, which aids in digestion and boosts immunity.

	1 lb rye bread , freshly made
	2 tablespoons brewer 's yeast
	1 1/2 cups white sugar or 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
	1 teaspoon mint leaf
	6 tablespoons raisins