Kvass from birch sap with raisins

Birch sap has been especially popular with adherents of a healthy lifestyle since ancient times. Moreover, completely different things useful for the human body are made from this product. There are many recipes for kvass from birch sap with raisins, which are used in the heat. True, there are also not so few specific features of the collection of components and nuances in the cooking technology.

How to make kvass with raisins on birch sap

Kvass as an acidic liquid in cooking and medicine was still used in ancient times. In Our Country, kvass appeared only at the end of the Middle Ages due to the development of extensive international economic ties. In the 19th century, a large-scale development of chemistry and medicine began, they began to explore products and liquids for components useful to the human body. We began to synthesize and produce new products. In the middle of the last century, there was a tendency to use birch sap not only in the food industry, but also in cosmetology and medicine. Since that time, birch sap kvass has been very popular.

The benefits and harms of birch sap

All the properties of the drink are due to the substances included in its structure. The 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 and gives a beneficial effect for the body.

This drink should be consumed to strengthen the immune system during the period of the incidence 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 Components

Particular attention should be paid to the collection of birch sap:

1. Most importantly, trees should be chosen in places remote from residential areas and highways. For example, in the forest.
2. It is best to go in the morning, because the juice flows faster during this period of the day.
3. You should choose a young tree. Its circumference should be no more than 0,25 m in diameter.
4. The collection process is simple: at a height of 0,5 m from the ground, make an incision, insert a groove, collect juice. After the incision must be covered with mud or moss.

Raisins should also be chosen carefully. It should be of medium size without any damage or smell of rot.

Tips and Tricks

Many housewives recommend taking into account the specific nuances of cooking:

1. The birch component should be cleaned of wood debris. This can be done by double straining through cheesecloth or a sieve.
2. For fermentation, you must use either enameled or glassware.
3. The classic version is best prepared in spring by summer, but various variations of the recipe for this drink are best prepared in autumn by winter.

If desired, various herbs and spices can be added to the drink. It depends on the purpose of the drink, the chef’s imagination 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 liters in different regions varies between 5-50 rubles. Kvass from this unique liquid is more expensive – from 100 rubles per 250 liter.

You can also order kvass online. However, in this case, there is a high risk of getting scammed.

Preparation of kvass from birch sap with raisins for the future

The classic version is quite economical and simple.

Ingredients:

• birch component – 10 l;
• sugar – 0,5 kg;
• dried raisins – 50 pcs.

Cooking technique:

1. Prepare raisins: Wash and dry thoroughly.
2. Prepare birch sap.
3. Mix all the ingredients until the sugar is completely dissolved in the liquid.
4. Cover the container with a lid and put in a dark place for 3 days.
5. Strain into bottles. Close lids tightly.

The shelf life of the drink is no more than 6 months. Moreover, it gets its real taste and aroma only 2 months after preparation. Store it in the refrigerator, preferably in dark glass bottles. So 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:

1. Strain birch sap several times.
2. Get juice from lemons.
3. Mix all ingredients in a separate sterilized container.
4. Close and place in the refrigerator for 4 days.

Kvass can then be moved to a dark, cool place. And the drink will acquire a rich taste within a week after preparation.

Recipe for kvass on birch sap with raisins

This recipe is suitable for children.

Ingredients:

• birch composition – 2,5 l;
• Orange – 1;
• raisins – 50 pcs.;
• yeast – 10 g;
• mint, lemon balm – 1 sprig each;
• sugar – 0,25 kg.

Manufacturing technique:

1. Orange should be peeled and divided into slices.
2. Grind yeast with sugar.
3. Mix all ingredients in one container. Close the lid and put in a dark warm place for 3 days.
4. Pour kvass into containers. Put in refrigerator.

How to ferment birch sap with raisins and mint

This is another option for making 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:

1. Prepare juice.
2. Prepare apples: wash, dry, peel and chop finely.
3. Mix juice with apples in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Then boil the solution for another 3 minutes. Remove from fire.
4. Dissolve 5 g of sugar and yeast in warm water. Leave for 20 minutes.
5. Peel the ginger root and finely chop.
6. Squeeze lemon juice.
7. Wash mint and raisins thoroughly and dry.
8. In a separate container, mix all the prepared ingredients. Cover with a cloth, put in a dark place for 12 hours.
9. Strain the product through cheesecloth or sieve into glass bottles.

At the end, put the kvass in the refrigerator.

Rules for taking a homemade drink

Adult healthy people and children over three years old can use such 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 is allowed per day.

During pregnancy, kvass can be consumed 1 hour before meals. The maximum dose per day is 1 glass.

Nursing mothers can also use kvass. However, the dose should be increased gradually, starting with 0,5 cups per day.

The dosage and rules for taking this drink for the prevention, treatment of various chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and the human genitourinary system should be learned from specialists. Everything is individual.

Conclusion

Recipes for kvass from birch sap with raisins are quite simple in their 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 making kvass based on birch sap with raisins is clearly shown in the video.