Healthy, Homemade Grapefruit Kombucha Recipe

One glass of this tasty grapefruit kombucha in the morning and your day is sure to be fantastic!

If you haven’t given kombucha a try, now is the time! It is an incredibly healthy and tasty drink. Our fresh grapefruit kombucha is going to be one of your new favorite things to drink every morning. Forget that glass of orange juice, grapefruit juice kombucha is way better!

Is Kombucha Healthy?

Kombucha is a fermented tea that is rich in beneficial probiotics that support your overall gut health. It is a wonderful non alcoholic drink that you can enjoy any time of day. Kombucha also has lots of antioxidants, all of which are found in black tea as well.

These antioxidants can kill harmful bacteria in your gut and help fight off disease and illness. Kombucha has been religiously consumed for thousands of years and this is why- it is so super healthy!

What Does Kombucha Taste Like?

Kombucha tastes pretty darn great. Imagine drinking a cold, refreshing, fizzy tea. That is exactly what kombucha tastes like! Our grapefruit kombucha is better than green tea, tastier than sweet tea and more exciting than boring old black tea. It is refreshing, bright, and completely delicious.

How to Make Kombucha

While you can find kombucha in lots of grocery stores these days (it is quite popular right now!), we like to flavor our own to ensure it has the freshest, most delicious taste possible.

Fresh squeezed grapefruit juice, a little honey and a plain kombucha are mixed together. The plain kombucha can be replaced with a kombucha scoby and it can be used again and again, making endless batched of homemade kombucha.

Pour the mix into a glass jar, cover and let the drink ferment. The fermentation process only takes a few days and the result is a powerful, super healthy drink that will transform your day. One glass of this every day and you will surely feel great!

"Kombucha is an incredibly healthy and tasty drink!"

Fresh Grapefruit Kombucha Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Recipe by Mocktail.net

Servings

2

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh squeezed grapefruit juice

• 1 cup plain kombucha

• 1 tsp honey

• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

• ice

Directions

• Pour the grapefruit juice, kombucha and honey into a large pitcher and stir gently to dissolve the honey.
• Fill two large glasses with ice.
• Pour the kombucha mix into the glasses and garnish with the rosemary sprigs. Enjoy cold!

Tips and Tricks

• -Replace the honey with maple syrup for a different, sweet taste.
  -Use fresh squeezed orange juice in place of grapefruit juice.
• Tools:
  • Measuring Cup
  • Teaspoon
  • Rubber spatula
  • Large pitcher

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You Asked, We’re Answering!

Here are a few answers to your top questions about grapefruit kombucha. Hopefully, some of these questions and answers will help you create the perfect kombucha right at home!

Can you ferment grapefruit?
You can easily ferment grapefruit. In fact, fermented grapefruit is very easy to make. Fresh grapefruit juice, water and culture starter can be mixed together, covered and left at room temperature for one to two full days. The gasses will begin to form immediately.

Is kombucha actually good for you?
Kombucha is good for you. It has the same health benefits as a cup of tea but also many additional probiotics and antioxidants. Kombucha can help improve cholesterol, control blood sugar, and even reduce liver toxicity. It also has lots of acidity which can kill harmful microorganisms, helping keep you healthy. Kombucha can reduce heart disease risk and manage type 2 diabetes. For a drink that tastes so good, it sure has a lot of nutritional value!

What are the ingredients of kombucha?
Our kombucha doesn’t have very many ingredients. That is one reason we love it- simplicity! Grapefruit juice, plain store bought kombucha, honey, rosemary and ice. It doesn’t take much to make such a tasty drink!

Which Flavor of kombucha is best?
It is impossible to choose the best flavor of kombucha. This is all a matter of choice and personal preferences. We love citrus flavors of kombucha thanks to their bright, vibrant taste. Berry kombucha are also quite tasty. Kombucha with basil, cinnamon and rosemary all have rich flavors that you may love as well. Our suggestion is to try them all and see which you think is best.

Can I eat the fruit in my kombucha?
You can definitely eat the fruit in your kombucha. As the fruit ferments, it will grow soft and become very acidic. It will taste different than the fruit originally tasted so do not expect sweet, crisp fruit. If it isn’t your thing, simply strain it out and discard the fermented fruit.

Is it OK to drink kombucha every day?
Drinking one kombucha every day is okay. However, too much kombucha can have side effects. The acid in kombucha can deteriorate your teeth. A lot of kombucha can lead to a condition called lactic acidosis which can lead to liver and kidney problems. Headaches can also occur with too much kombucha. Feel free to enjoy kombucha often but try not to overdo it.

Who should not drink kombucha?
Kombucha does contain a very small amount of unpasteurized caffeine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women may want to avoid kombucha.

Is kombucha bad for your teeth?
Kombucha is very acidic. While it is not bad for your teeth in small doses, it can harm you teeth over the long term. The bubbly drink can wear away at the white enamel of your teeth and make them sensitive to and prone to decay.

What time of day should I drink kombucha?
The best time to drink kombucha is in the middle of the day. It will help with digestion and also boost your energy. Drinking kombucha in the morning can be harsh on your stomach and a night time glass make keep you awake. A nice, mid day kombucha is the best plan.

Is bottled kombucha as good as homemade?
Bottled kombucha and homemade kombucha are both good. However, homemade kombucha is lower in sugar, tastes better and costs much less. We far prefer homemade kombucha.

Why is store bought kombucha so expensive?
Kombucha is expensive due to the labor intensive process it takes to make the drink. Kombucha requires live fermentation, unique bottling and special storage needs. All of these factors increase the price of the drink.

Why is kombucha always in glass?
Kombucha needs to be made in glass. If placed in stainless steel or plastic, it can deteriorate the material as it sits. The broken down material can end up in the drink itself. Glass is the strongest bottling material and will hold up to the harsh fermented drink inside.

Can homemade kombucha be alcoholic?
Homemade kombucha can be slightly alcoholic. However, it is not considered an alcoholic beverage. Alcohol naturally occurs during the fermenting process and cannot be avoided. Kombucha will have about 1-3% alcohol.

Is homemade kombucha cheaper?
It is much cheaper to make kombucha at home than to buy it in the grocery store. Making kombucha at home will only cost about fifty cents for a 16 ounce serving. Much less than the $2 plus bottle at the grocery store!

Is it worth it to make your own kombucha?
If you drink a lot of kombucha, it is definitely worth it to make your own. You can create your own flavors, control the amount of sugar and save a lot of money by making your own kombucha.