Known for its soothing and anti-congestive properties, lavender is an exceptional addition to the beloved fermented tonic. Add the cool and refreshing mint herb into the mix, and you've got a delicious lavender mint kombucha!
The fresh coolness of the mint and the aromatic sweetness of the lavender are a match made in heaven. Both ingredients complement each other well, so having them in a single kombucha recipe is a no-brainer! This recipe will show you how to brew lavender mint kombucha in your home kitchen easily.
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Lavender Mint Kombucha
Total Time: 2 days
Yield: 16 Servings 1x
Description
Aside from tasting great, this drink is packed with antioxidants that will boost your immune system and give you a healthy burst of energy. You can usually find culinary lavender at your local health food store or online.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups water
- 1⁄8 cup sugar
- 1⁄2 cup dried lavender buds
- 1⁄8 cup chopped fresh mint
- 14 cups oolong tea kombucha
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan.
- Add the mixture of mint, lavender buds, and sugar into a bowl.
- Pour the water over the herbs and sugar.
- Stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves (1-2 minutes).
- Set it aside to cool.
- Strain the mixture while pouring the liquid into a 1-gallon jar.
- Add the oolong tea kombucha to the jar and mix well.
- Funnel the kombucha mix into bottles. Put a lid on them.
- Leave the bottles to ferment in a warm place for 2 days.
- Before consuming, put the drink in a fridge for 6 hours. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
If you only have fresh, organic lavender on hand, you’ll need to increase the measurement to 1 1/2 cups.
If you don’t have oolong tea kombucha, use unflavored kombucha with a green or black tea base.
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon, ginger, or lemongrass to this recipe to enhance its flavor profile. Alternatively, use ginger kombucha instead of unflavored oolong tea kombucha.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Fermenting Time: 48 hours
What Does Lavender Mint Kombucha Taste Like?
Lavender mint kombucha has a sweet, herbal, and soothing flavor. Both the lavender and mint contain distinct herbaceous notes that complement each other perfectly. The oolong tea base adds a subtle citrusy sweetness to the mix that ties everything together nicely. Of course, the distinct tartness from the kombucha flavor is also present, sweeter if brewed for a short time and sourer if brewed for longer.
Health Benefits of Lavender Mint Kombucha
Kombucha has many health benefits, mainly derived from its active culture, the SCOBY. Kombucha improves digestion, boosts energy levels, and creates a healthier gut microbiome. That said, the lavender and mint in this particular recipe add a new host of benefits to kombucha that is not present in its unflavored state.
Lavender and mint work together to:
- Help promote sleep.
- Improve skin health.
- Relieve colds and asthma.
- Freshen oral odor.
- Encourage and improve bowel movements.
How Many Calories Does Lavender Mint Kombucha Have?
Kombucha tends to have a very low amount of calories, and lavender mint kombucha is no different. An 8 oz serving of lavender mint kombucha has about 35 calories. Mint and lavender contain almost zero calories, making them great for people following a low-calorie diet.
How Much Caffeine Is in Lavender Mint Kombucha?
You can expect approximately 20 mg of caffeine per 8 oz serving of lavender mint kombucha. Oolong tea is semi-oxidized, resembling a cross between black and green tea. A cup of oolong tea has about 60 mg of caffeine, but after fermenting the tea, only about 1/3 of the original caffeine is left.
Should You Make This Recipe with Young, Sweet Kombucha or Older, Sour Kombucha?
Ultimately, the fermentation time for kombucha is up to you! I prefer things on the sweeter side, so I’d go with young kombucha. Young kombucha provides a milder flavor that accentuates lavender and mint. This will translate to an overall mellow and sweet taste.
Older kombucha contains more probiotic acids and will have a tarter texture. This is great for people who prefer their kombucha to pack a sourer punch.