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- 1 How to make kvass with raisins using birch sap
- 2 Kvass on birch sap with raisins in bottles
- 3 Making kvass from birch sap with raisins for future use
- 4 How to ferment birch sap with raisins and honey
- 5 Recipe for kvass with birch sap and raisins
- 6 How to ferment birch sap with raisins and mint
- 7 Rules for taking a homemade drink
- 8 Conclusion
Since ancient times, birch sap has been especially popular among adherents of a healthy lifestyle. Moreover, completely different things useful for the human body are made from this product. There are many recipes for kvass made from birch sap with raisins, which are used in hot weather. True, there are also quite a few specific features of collecting components and nuances in cooking technology.
How to make kvass with raisins using birch sap
Kvass was still used as an acidic liquid in cooking and medicine in ancient times. In Rus', kvass appeared only at the end of the Middle Ages thanks to the development of broad international economic ties. In the 19th century, large-scale development of chemistry and medicine began, and they began to study foods and liquids for components beneficial to the human body. We began to synthesize and produce new products. In the middle of the last century, a trend began to use birch sap not only in the food industry, but also in cosmetology and medicine. Since that time, kvass made from birch sap has been especially popular.
The benefits and harms of birch sap
All properties of the drink are determined by the substances included in its structure. Composition includes:
- vitamins (A, B, C, E, PP);
- trace elements (calcium, magnesium, iron, fluorine, sodium, potassium, manganese);
- organic acids;
- enzymes;
- calcium salts.
The complex action of all these components provides a beneficial effect for the body.
This drink should be consumed to strengthen the immune system during periods of colds and viral infections. You can also use birch sap to improve and normalize blood circulation, brain activity, and performance. Many experts recommend using birch sap as a diuretic. In the early stages, it helps in the treatment of neurological diseases.
Preparing the Components
Particular attention should be paid to collecting birch sap:
- The most important thing: you should choose trees in places remote from residential areas and highways. For example, in the forest.
- It is best to go in the morning, since the juice flows faster during this period of the day.
- You should choose a young tree. Its circumference should be no more than 0.25 m in diameter.
- The collection process is simple: make a cut at a height of 0.5 m from the ground, insert a groove, and collect the juice. Afterwards, the cut should be covered with dirt or moss.
Raisins should also be chosen carefully. It should be medium in size without any damage or smell of rot.
Tips and Tricks
Many housewives recommend taking into account specific cooking nuances:
- The birch component should be cleared of wood debris.This can be done by double straining through cheesecloth or a sieve.
- For fermentation, you must use either enamel or glass containers.
- The classic version is best prepared in spring for summer, but various variations of the recipe for this drink are best prepared in autumn for winter.
If desired, you can add various herbs and spices to the drink. It depends on the purpose of the drink, the imagination of the cook and the tastes of consumers.
Kvass on birch sap with raisins in bottles
It is advisable to buy fresh juice in glass bottles. The average cost for 0.5 liters in different regions varies between 50-100 rubles. Kvass made from this unique liquid costs more – from 250 rubles per 1 liter.
You can also order kvass online. However, in this case there is a high risk of falling for scammers.
Making kvass from birch sap with raisins for future use
The classic version is quite economical and simple.
Ingredients:
- birch component – 10 l;
- sugar – 0.5 kg;
- dried raisins – 50 pcs.
Cooking technique:
- Prepare raisins: rinse thoroughly and dry.
- Prepare birch sap.
- Mix all ingredients until sugar is completely dissolved in the liquid.
- Cover the container with a lid and put it in a dark place for 3 days.
- Strain into bottles. Close the lids tightly.
The shelf life of the drink is no more than 6 months. Moreover, it receives its real taste and aroma only 2 months after preparation. It should be stored in the refrigerator, preferably in dark glass bottles. This way the drink will retain its beneficial qualities.
How to ferment birch sap with raisins and honey
Ingredients:
- birch component - 10 l;
- lemon – 4 pcs.;
- raisins – 4 pcs.;
- honey – 40 g;
- fresh yeast – 50 g.
Cooking technique:
- Strain the birch sap several times.
- Get juice from lemons.
- Mix all components in a separate sterilized container.
- Cover and refrigerate for 4 days.
The kvass can then be moved to a cool, dark place. And the drink will acquire a rich taste within a week after preparation.
Recipe for kvass with birch sap and raisins
This recipe is suitable for children.
Ingredients:
- birch composition – 2.5 l;
- orange – 1 pc.;
- raisins – 50 pcs.;
- yeast – 10 g;
- mint, lemon balm - 1 sprig each;
- sugar – 0.25 kg.
Manufacturing technique:
- The orange should be peeled and divided into slices.
- Grind the yeast with sugar.
- Mix all components in one container. Cover with a lid and place in a dark, warm place for 3 days.
- Pour kvass into containers. Place in the refrigerator.
How to ferment birch sap with raisins and mint
This is another option for preparing fermented birch sap.
Ingredients:
- apples – 5 pcs.;
- raisins – 75 g;
- ginger root – 40 g;
- mint – 1 sprig;
- lemon – 0.5 pcs.;
- honey – 5 ml;
- fresh yeast – 3 g;
- sugar – 0.1 kg;
- birch component – 2 l.
Cooking technique:
- Prepare the juice.
- Prepare the apples: wash thoroughly, dry, peel and finely chop.
- Mix the juice with apples in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Then boil the solution for another 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Dissolve 5 g of sugar and yeast in warm water. Leave for 20 minutes.
- Peel and finely chop the ginger root.
- Squeeze the juice from the lemon.
- Wash the mint and raisins thoroughly and dry.
- In a separate container, mix all prepared ingredients. Cover with a cloth and place in a dark place for 12 hours.
- Strain the product through cheesecloth or a sieve into glass bottles.
Finally, put the kvass in the refrigerator.
Rules for taking a homemade drink
Healthy adults and children over three years of age can consume this kvass without restrictions.
Children are allowed to drink this drink if it is first diluted with either milk or warm water. A maximum of 1.5 glasses per day is allowed.
During pregnancy, kvass can be consumed 1 hour before meals. The maximum dose per day is 1 glass.
Nursing mothers can also consume kvass. However, the dose should be increased gradually, starting from 0.5 cups per day.
The dosage and rules for taking this drink for the prevention and treatment of various chronic diseases of the human gastrointestinal tract and genitourinary system should be learned from specialists. Everything is individual.
Conclusion
Recipes for kvass from birch sap with raisins are quite simple in execution, however, it is worth considering a number of specific aspects of collecting components, preparing equipment and creating the necessary storage conditions. The detailed process of preparing kvass based on birch sap with raisins is clearly shown in the video.
