Sima Fermented Lemonade
A bright, bubbly homemade drink capturing the gentle tang of fresh lemon and natural fizz, perfect for sunny afternoons.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups water Divided into two parts
- 1 cup sugar Reduce to 3/4 cup for less sweetness
- 1 large lemon Use freshly squeezed juice for the best flavor
- ¼ cup raisins For fermentation indication, not for eating
- ¼ teaspoon active dry yeast Allow to warm if refrigerated
Instructions
Preparation
- In a pot, heat 2 cups of water and dissolve the sugar in it.
- Remove from heat and add the remaining 2 cups of water to cool the mixture.
- Stir in the lemon juice and yeast until combined.
- Add the raisins to the mixture as they will indicate fermentation.
- Cover the mixture with a cloth and let it sit at room temperature for 24–48 hours until bubbly.
- Strain the liquid into bottles, discarding the raisins.
- Seal the bottles and refrigerate them.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your refreshing fermented lemonade!
Notes
Always use clean bottles to avoid contamination. If the lemonade smells off or develops mold, discard it. For best quality, refrigerate sealed bottles and consume within 1-2 weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gSodium: 5mgSugar: 20g
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