Rosemary Soda: A Naturally Fermented Herbal Soda
Have you ever made homemade wild-fermented soda? This Rosemary Wild Soda is a fun kitchen fermentation project made with fresh rosemary, water, and sugar or honey. The result is a fragrant, herbal drink with a fresh, woodsy flavor. You can also experiment with fresh ginger or berries for a flavorful twist. Learn how to make this unique homemade herbal soda and explore the basics of wild fermentation!
Ingredients
- 1 quart filtered water
- 1/4 cup sugar or honey
- 4–5 sprigs fresh rosemary
Optional second fermentation additions:
- Fresh ginger
- Berries
Instructions
- Add the filtered water and sugar or honey to a clean, quart-sized mason jar. Shake until the sweetener dissolves.
- Add the fresh rosemary sprigs, making sure they are submerged.
- Cover the jar and place it in a cool, dark location for approximately 3–4 days. Monitor it regularly and carefully release built-up pressure if the jar is tightly closed.
- Check for signs of fermentation and spoilage. Discard the batch if you notice mold, an unpleasant rotten smell, unusual discoloration, or a slimy texture.
- Once fermentation is evident and the mixture has a pleasant herbal aroma, strain out the rosemary.
- For additional carbonation, transfer the liquid to clean, pressure-rated bottles and optionally add ginger or berries. Monitor pressure carefully; fermentation time will vary.
- Refrigerate the finished drink. Open any carbonated bottle slowly and carefully.
Notes
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