Probiotic Soda Citrus Mocktail (Print version)

Lightly sparkling, gut-boosting mocktail with fresh citrus and herbs. Perfect for summer refreshment.

# What You Need:

→ Probiotic Base

01 - 4 cups filtered water
02 - 1/4 cup organic cane sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons water kefir grains or ginger bug
04 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

→ Flavoring

05 - 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
06 - 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
07 - 8 fresh mint leaves
08 - 4 thin orange slices
09 - Ice cubes for serving

# How to Make:

01 - In a large glass jar, dissolve organic cane sugar in filtered water. Add water kefir grains or ginger bug and fresh lemon juice. Stir gently using a non-metallic spoon to combine.
02 - Cover the jar with a breathable cloth or coffee filter secured with a rubber band. Allow mixture to ferment at room temperature (68–77°F) for 24 to 48 hours until lightly carbonated and tangy.
03 - Strain out kefir grains or ginger bug using a fine mesh strainer; retain grains or bug for future use or discard.
04 - Pour probiotic soda base into a pitcher. Add orange juice, lime juice, and fresh mint leaves. Stir gently to blend aromas.
05 - Fill glasses with ice cubes. Distribute mocktail mixture among glasses and garnish each with a thin slice of orange and extra mint if desired.
06 - Serve immediately to optimize carbonation and refreshment.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Supports gut health with fermented ingredients
  • Easy to customize and naturally vegan
02 -
  • Always use non-metallic utensils when handling fermenting cultures
  • Homemade probiotic soda is best consumed chilled and fresh for optimal fizz
03 -
  • Adjust citrus and sugar for sweeter or tangier drinks
  • If you prefer a spicier profile, use ginger bug instead of water kefir grains
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