Fermented Flower & Rocket Drink
Ingredients:
Fresh edible flowers (like hibiscus, chamomile, or rose) – 1 cup
Fresh rocket (arugula) leaves – 1/2 cup
Water – 4 cups
Sugar or honey – 1/2 cup
Starter culture (like a bit of kombucha or water kefir grains) – optional
Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
Instructions:
Prepare the infusion: Boil 4 cups of water and pour over flowers and rocket leaves. Let steep for 10–15 minutes.
Sweeten: Add sugar or honey while the mixture is still warm, stir to dissolve.
Cool: Let the infusion cool to room temperature.
Fermentation (optional): Add a spoon of kombucha or water kefir grains if you want mild fermentation. Cover and leave at room temperature for 1–2 days.
Strain & Serve: Remove flowers and leaves, pour the drink into bottles. Chill in the fridge.
Optional flavor: Add a splash of lemon juice before serving.
