Sparkling kefir lemonade

Kefir is the 'drink of long life', lemonade is a summer classic. What happens if we combine the two? A bubbly, creamy, yet refreshing drink is born, which is not only delicious but your gut flora's best friend. The natural acidity of kefir and lemon essential oils form perfect harmony.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 190 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Hand whisk
  • Grater (zester)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1

Wash the lemon thoroughly in warm water, then grate the yellow zest. Then squeeze out the juice.

Tip: Only grate the yellow part, the white (albedo) would give a bitter taste to the drink.
2

In a bowl, mix the kefir, lemon juice, grated zest and honey until smooth.

Tip: Mix the honey with a little lemon juice first, it dissolves easier than in cold kefir.
3

Just before serving, pour in the soda water and fold gently.

Tip: Don't mix wildly, or the fizz will go. Bubbles 'lighten' the kefir texture.
4

Chill for 10 minutes, then serve in glasses.

Tip: Cold dulls the sweet sensation, so if you drink it too cold, you might feel it less sweet.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use bottled lemon juice?
Better not. Enzymes and essential oils in fresh lemon give the real taste, the bottled version is often heat-treated and tastes 'flat'.

Ingredients

  • 500 ml Kefir (cold)
  • 60 ml Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Grated lemon zest (organic)
  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 100 ml Soda water (ice cold)