Homemade Fizzy Fermented Lemonade
This is a simple yet delicious fermented lemonade. The natural yeasts on the lemon skin kick-start the fermentation process and are responsible for creating the natural carbonation and converting the sugars into active healthy microbes! This is a healthier and delicious fermented drink! If you want to learn more about fermentation, we have lots of amazing recipes just like this as part of our Fermentation Course – available to our Whole Health Tribe members
Takes 7 days
Serves 1.2
Ingredients
- 6-8 lemons unwaxed and ideally organic lemons
- 60-120 grams of sugar adjust to your taste preference
- 1 litre of water
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients: In a large jar or pitcher, squeeze in the juice of all the lemons and add this juice, the sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add the lemon peels: Add the juiced lemon peels to the mixture. The natural yeast on the lemon skins will help kickstart the fermentation process.
- Close the lid or cover the jar: Close the lid on the jar or cover the jar loosely with a cheesecloth, paper towel, or coffee filter. This allows air to circulate while keeping out dust and debris.
- Ferment at room temperature: Let the mixture ferment at room temperature (around 21-24°C) for 3 days, stirring occasionally. You’ll start to see small bubbles forming, indicating the fermentation is taking place.
- Sieve to remove the peels: Sieve the lemons and pips and strain the liquid. Use a funnel to transfer the lemonade to 2 x 500ml bottles or small jars with lis and close the lid and leave to ferment for 3 days at room temperature. This will help to build up for carbonation.
- Burp the lemonade each day: natural carbonation will start to build up so you will have to open the lid to release the pressure and just close. Repeat this each day for the 3 days.
- Refrigerate to stop fermentation: Once the lemonade is nice and fizzy transfer to the fridge to stop fermentation
- Enjoy your fermented lemonade: Enjoy your homemade fermented lemonade! It will keep in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.
- Tips:
- Make sure to use organic, unwaxed lemons so you get the full benefit of the natural yeast on the skins.
- The longer you ferment, the more sour and carbonated it will become.
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