Elderberry Kombucha
β¨ From the Orchard
Fermentation meets the fruit of the forest in our Elderberry Kombucha, a tart, fizzy drink we call The Sparkling Immune Brew. At Deeβs Nutz and Berries in Brodhead, WI, we believe gut health and seasonal flavor should go hand in hand. Elderberries bring vibrant purple color and deep flavor to kombuchaβs tangy base, creating a beautiful second-ferment beverage thatβs rich in antioxidants and live cultures.
Elderberries have long been used in teas, tinctures, and wellness syrups. But when paired with the probiotic punch of kombucha, they create something truly modern and crave-worthy. Our farm opens in 2028, and we canβt wait for you to sip, swirl, and experience the elderberry harvest in every possible formβfrom preserves to sips like this.
Want to learn more about the health benefits of fermented foods? This resource from Harvard Medical School is a fantastic primer on how fermented foods boost your gut health. And donβt forget to check out our Elderberry U-Pick and Recipes page for more inspiration.
Elderberry Kombucha Recipe
π½οΈ Elderberry Kombucha Ingredients
- 1 quart finished, unflavored kombucha (from 1st ferment)
- 1/4 cup elderberry juice (fresh or frozen and thawed)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
- 1 tsp raw honey or maple syrup (for fizz-boosting sugar)
- Swing-top bottles or jars for bottling
π₯£ Elderberry Kombucha Instructions
- Add the elderberry juice, lemon juice (if using), and sweetener to clean swing-top bottles or jars.
- Pour the finished kombucha over the juice mixture, leaving about 1 inch of headspace.
- Seal tightly and let sit at room temperature for 2β4 days for second fermentation.
- “Burp” the bottles daily to release pressure and prevent overflow.
- Once bubbly and slightly tart, refrigerate immediately.
- Serve chilled over ice or in a wine glass for a classy herbal sipper.
π From the Orchard Tip
- π· Try pairing with a splash of seltzer and fresh rosemary for a kombucha mocktail
- π‘οΈ Ferment in a warm, dark place (around 70β75Β°F) for best results
- π« Always sterilize bottles and lids to avoid contamination
- π§ Freeze elderberry juice in cubes to flavor future batches anytime
- π§ͺ Add a slice of fresh ginger or turmeric root during fermentation for extra kick
- π― Donβt over-sweetenβkombucha feeds off sugar, but too much can slow fizz
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