How to Make Fermented Birch Sap Drink

Discover the essence of Northern European tradition with this easy-to-make fermented birch sap drink. Freshly tapped from the heart of birch trees, this beverage captures the purity of nature, enhanced by a simple fermentation process to develop a unique, tangy flavor. Perfect for those who enjoy the wilderness and want to incorporate rustic and natural elements into their refreshment routine.

Ingredients

🌳 1 liter Birch Sap freshly tapped from birch trees
🍞 10 grams Flour no brand specified
🍬 10 grams Sugar no brand specified

Instructions

1- Collect Birch Sap:

• Choose a birch tree, preferably in early spring when the sap flows most abundantly.
• Using a sharp tool, make a small incision in the bark and position a dark, metallic pot or container beneath it to collect the sap. Secure the container firmly in place with rope or twine.

2- Prepare for Fermentation:

• Once you have collected 1 liter of sap, transfer it to a clean glass bottle suitable for fermentation.

3- Add Ingredients:

• Measure and add 10 grams each of flour and sugar into the bottle containing the birch sap.

4- Mix Thoroughly:

• Cap the bottle securely and shake it vigorously until the flour and sugar are completely dissolved into the sap, resulting in a cloudy, pale white liquid.

5- Ferment:

• Store the sealed bottle in a cool, dark place. Allow the mixture to ferment naturally over the course of one week to develop its distinctive acidic and refreshing taste.

Prep Time: 5 to 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 to 10 days including fermentation
Total Time: Approximately 7 to 10 days
Servings: 4
Equipment:

• Collection Container dark, metallic pot, no brand specified
• Orange-handled knife fixed-blade, no brand specified
• Measuring Spoon blue/green plastic, no brand specified
• Glass Fermentation Bottle no brand specified
• Rope/Twine no brand specified

Cooking Tips

• Ensure sap collection methods are gentle to avoid harming the tree.
• For stronger flavors, allow the beverage to ferment for longer periods, but monitor taste periodically.
• Depending on your taste preference, adjust the levels of flour and sugar for varied acidity and sweetness.

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Fermented Birch Sap Drink

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