Let’s make an incredibly delicious and refreshing homemade kvass that’s just as good as store-bought. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by the simplicity of this recipe, and you likely already have all the necessary ingredients in your kitchen.

First, boil the water and pour it into a large bowl or saucepan.

Add 2 tablespoons of chicory, half a teaspoon of citric acid, and 4-5 tablespoons of sugar to hot water. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are completely dissolved.

Let the mixture cool to a warm state, approximately to a temperature suitable for yeast dough.

After cooling, add half a teaspoon of dry yeast to the liquid and mix everything well again.

Pour the resulting drink into a 1.5-liter bottle, leaving some space for the yeast to grow. Don’t fill the bottle all the way to the top.

Place the bottle in direct sunlight for 3-4 hours to begin fermentation. Then transfer it to the refrigerator to cool.

Homemade kvass is moderately sweet, with a pleasant foam and a refreshing taste. The addition of chicory gives it a dark color and a flavor very similar to high-quality store-bought kvass, but without the added burnt sugar.

This recipe is a great alternative to store-bought drinks and a wonderful way to surprise your family with a tasty and healthy drink.