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Medusomyces (Medusomyces Gisev) is a kombucha, which is a jelly-like substance (zooglea), which is formed from the symbiosis of acetic acid bacteria and yeast fungi. It can exist and grow in size only in a certain environment. For development, ascorbic acid is necessary, and for its synthesis, tannins contained in tea. You won’t be able to make kombucha kvass tonic and healthy without sugar and tea.
The color of the kombucha is beige or light brown; in appearance it resembles a jellyfish
What are the benefits of kombucha kvass?
In the 70s of the 20th century in Russia, kombucha kvass was quite popular. Many considered it a panacea for all diseases, others were wary because of the unaesthetic appearance of the medusomycete. Popularity decreased during the Great Patriotic War, when sugar was in short supply. The tea drink was not used for a long time.But the fashion for natural products has revived traditions. Kvass is not only a delicious sweet and sour drink, it has undeniable beneficial qualities.
The upper part of the medusomycete is smooth and glossy, the lower part has thread-like processes. All chemical processes take place in this part, thanks to which the drink contains vitamins and elements necessary for the body. Medusin, a natural antibiotic, is valuable.
Kombucha kvass has the following beneficial properties:
- Improves intestinal health by suppressing pathogenic microflora.
- Normalizes the production of gastric secretions, relieves high acidity.
- Helps with constipation and diarrhea.
- Normalizes and accelerates metabolic processes.
- The vitamin composition strengthens the body's resistance to infections.
- Kvass is recommended for stones in the bladder or kidneys.
- Reduces “bad” cholesterol in the blood and prevents the development of thrombosis.
- Reduces pain in neurological pathologies of the brain.
- Relieves insomnia.
- Reduces blood pressure.
Where can I get kombucha for kvass?
The cultivation of kombucha in European, Asian countries and America has been put on stream. The medusomycete can remain in a state of biological dormancy for a long time; after entering a favorable environment, it begins to grow. You can buy kombucha for kvass from friends or relatives, on online selling resources, or through newspaper advertisements. There shouldn't be any problems with the purchase. Then all that remains is to grow the mushroom yourself from the source material.
How to make kvass from kombucha
The process of making kombucha kvass at home is quite simple. Products for bookmarking are always at hand in every kitchen. If the drink has a therapeutic purpose rather than a tonic, pharmaceutical herbs are added. Pre-prepare the material and container, then simply follow the technology.
Kombucha drink is characterized by an amber color
Selection and preparation of ingredients
Kombucha kvass is prepared at home using dry tea and sugar. There will be no problems with these products. But the medusomycete itself requires preliminary preparation:
- For reproduction, the top layer is completely separated from the zooglea. You cannot take a piece, because there is a risk that the kombucha will disappear.
- Wash well and place at the bottom of a glass jar. Metal containers for kvass are not used, because during the oxidation process the taste and chemical composition of the drink may not change for the better.
- If the medusomycete purchased online is in dried form, before preparing kvass it is poured with weak tea so that the liquid completely covers it.
- Leave it for several days until the mass increases, only then use it to prepare a drink.
Kombucha gains standard weight in about 30 days, after which the jar can be replaced with a larger one.
How to brew kvass from mushrooms correctly
For preparation, take a clean glass container. You will have to work with boiling water, so you must follow safety rules. Following actions:
- Sugar is poured into the bottom, the amount depends on the recipe.
- Tea is poured on top.
- Pour about 250 ml of boiling water, pour the liquid in the center so that it does not come into contact with the edges.
- Then the walls of the container are heated in a circular motion, moving the components in the process.
- Fill the container and leave until it cools.
Take out the kombucha, wash it, if there are dark areas, remove them; this is not a problem for the medusomycete, it will quickly recover. If dark spots are not cut out, the finished drink will have a musty taste. When the base has cooled, stir it well so that no crystals remain. Sugar particles falling on kombucha leave dark spots.
The liquid is then filtered and kombucha is placed on top. Cover with clean gauze or a napkin. You cannot use nylon or metal lids, they block the access of oxygen. To prevent insects from getting into the jar, you need a fabric cover.
Recipes for kvass from kvass mushroom
You can make kombucha kvass from black or green tea.
Growing Kombucha will take about 60 days
During its activity, the medusomycete does not absorb the chemical composition and tea smell, it simply uses tannins. Therefore, they take the classic version or with flavored components. To enhance the therapeutic effect, medicinal herbs are added in accordance with the disease.
On black tea
The preparation technology does not depend on the type of tea. You can make a drink with a new gas station or mix it with an old one. The second case is relevant when the medusomycete is insufficiently developed. If you add more sugar than in the recipe for kombucha kvass, you will have to wait longer for it to be ready, but this will not cause harm. If it is less, it will stop growing and the drink will turn out sour.With tea, the effect is exactly the opposite. For 1 liter of water you need 45 g of sugar and 1 tbsp. l. tea.
On green tea
You can make tea kvass not only with black tea. The base from the green variety turns out to be light, but this is not an indicator of strength. The set of microelements of green tea is more diverse than that of black tea. Green reduces blood pressure; in combination with kombucha, the effect is enhanced, so add the ingredient strictly according to the recipe:
- water – 3 l;
- green variety - 2 tbsp. l.;
- sugar – 11 tbsp. l.
On herbs
The dressing will take longer to infuse if medicinal herbs are added to the composition. This may be one species or a collection. Use plants according to the dosage on the package. If you prepare it yourself, take the same amount with tea, and first grind the raw materials. \
You can prepare kombucha kvass using the following recipe:
- water – 3 l;
- tea – 2 tbsp. l.;
- grass - 2 tbsp. l;
- sugar – 9 tbsp. l.
The base is made with the addition of all the ingredients and allowed to brew for 6-8 hours. Then filter. The liquid is ready for making kvass.
Terms and rules of infusion
Kombucha grows within 2 months; during this time, liquid is not used for consumption. It is placed in another container and a fresh base is made. A full-fledged medusomycete will produce an aged drink in 4-7 days, the speed of the process depends on the temperature.
Optimum temperature for development 23-25 0C, if the indicator is lower, chemical processes slow down and it will take longer until it is ready. Place the jar in a lighted place.
How to drink homemade kvass from mushrooms correctly
The regimen for taking tea kvass prepared at home depends on the composition. The classic version is drunk before or after meals, the main thing is that the daily intake does not exceed 1 liter.If the drink contains medicinal herbs, drink 150 ml in 3 doses before meals.
Restrictions and contraindications
The benefits of kombucha kvass for the body are beyond doubt; the composition does not cause harm if you do not exceed the daily norm. The drink is contraindicated:
- people with diabetes, because the composition contains sugar;
- with exacerbation of chronic gastritis due to acid content;
- It is not advisable to give to small children;
- women during lactation.
You should not drink a drink with a repulsive odor; it is considered overripe; the therapeutic effect of such a composition is low, but the harm can be enormous.
Conclusion
Making kvass from kombucha is not difficult; it does not require a lot of time and material costs. You can buy medusomycete in a retail chain, borrow it from friends, or grow it yourself. Zooglea is preserved in dry form for a long time; after placing it in the necessary environment, it quickly resumes growth.
