{"id":17112,"date":"2016-05-09T10:44:01","date_gmt":"2016-05-09T17:44:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/?p=17112"},"modified":"2019-07-07T14:58:05","modified_gmt":"2019-07-07T21:58:05","slug":"fermented-probiotic-lemonade-soda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/fermented-probiotic-lemonade-soda\/","title":{"rendered":"Fermented Lemonade"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Lightly sweet, mostly dry, and bursting with bubbles, a naturally\u00a0fermented lemonade<\/strong> is perfect on a hot summer day. While its flavor is reminiscent of the classic drink, this version has an added benefit: it's loaded with live cultures and is a great source of probiotics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What is fermented lemonade?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fermented lemonade is a fermented drink<\/a> similar to water kefir and jun kombucha<\/a>. Its flavor is reminiscent of old-fashioned lemonade, with a bubbly effervescence achieved through fermentation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It's similar to the Finnish drink sima<\/em>, which is made by fermenting lemon juice, honey, and yeast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This pleasant, fizzy drink is easy to make and a great alternative to syrupy sweet sodas because it comes with a good dose of friendly bacteria that help bolster the immune system and support gut health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why This Recipe Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unlike many fermented drinks, which have a vinegar-like sourness, the flavor of this lemonade is lightly tart with a pleasant, subtle sweetness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It's easy to make<\/strong>. You mix, bottle, and ferment. That's it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There's no high-fructose corn syrup like most store-bought lemonade. Instead, it's naturally sweetened<\/strong> with a little honey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It's an excellent alternative to mainstream sodas since it's a naturally probiotic beverage that may help support a healthy gut microbiome.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fermentation process reduces the amount of sugar<\/strong> in this drink as the good bacteria metabolize the sugar and then produce B vitamins and beneficial acids<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Key Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The key to making any homemade fermented soda, including this probiotic lemonade, is a combination of flavorings, sweeteners, and starter culture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A sweetener, such as honey, helps to flavor the drink while also feeding the beneficial bacteria responsible for fermentation. A starter culture helps kickstart fermentation, ensuring a healthy and reliable brew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n