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Kvass – Traditional Rye Bread Drink

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Intro/Story

Copper gears turn slowly while dark rye bread ferments in the cauldron. Steam rises from the pipes, and kvass flows like an old clockwork—a bread drink with soul.

Kvass is a traditional Eastern European drink made by fermenting rye bread. It is slightly alcoholic (usually less than 1.5%), refreshing, and has been drunk for centuries in Russia, Georgia, and other regions. Kvass is considered a folk drink, often flavored with raisins, mint, or berries.

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Ingredients

• 500 g rye bread (toasted or dried)
• 3 liters water
• 150 g sugar or honey
• 10 g dry yeast
• Optional: raisins, mint, berries for flavor

Preparation Parameters

• Preparation time: 10 minutes
• Cooking time: 0 minutes
• Total time: 16 hours and 10 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings

Preparation

1. Cut the rye bread into pieces and toast in the oven until dark brown.
2. Pour boiling water over the bread pieces and leave to steep for 4–6 hours.
3. Strain the liquid and stir in the sugar/honey.
4. Add the yeast, cover and leave to ferment at room temperature for 12–24 hours.
5. Pour into bottles, adding raisins or mint if desired.
6. Store in a cool place for 1–2 days, then serve.

Nutritional Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 80
• Carbohydrates: 18 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Alcohol: <1.5%

Properties

• Color: Dark brown to amber
• Aroma: Malty, slightly sour, fresh
• Alcohol: 0.5–1.5% (depending on fermentation)
• Taste: Refreshing, slightly sweet, with a hint of bread

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