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Apple Kvass – Квас “Яблочный”

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This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass – Квас “Яблочный” drink is truly yummylicious! There are many different kvass recipes in existence, including the most popular bread kvass. Many are too tangy for a kiddo’s taste buds, but this recipe has a light, delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike.

This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"drink is truly yummylitious! There are many different kvass recipes, including the most popular bread kvass, but this recipe has a delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days.

Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days. My sister-in-law, Vera, shared this wonderful recipe with me at a previous visit to their house. 

She served this kvass for lunch and everyone absolutely loved it. No need to wait for a specific celebration to make a batch. Having a nice day is a perfectly good reason; just stir up a batch to celebrate another beautiful day under the peaceful sky above us.

What is Kvass? Kvass is a fermented probiotic drink, similar to kombucha which is phenomenal with health benefits. Kvass is a very popular drink in Ukraine and Russia. And obviously much loved here in the U.S. as well.

This delicious drink is originated from Ukraine. It’s common to see barrels of kvass at the street market places. Kvass is considered non-alcoholic beverage, but it may contain a very little percent of alcohol. The longer the fermentation process the more alcoholic it becomes. If serving to kids, keep the process short.

Kvass Ingredients

Coffee/Espresso – You may use instant coffee or brewed espresso.

Sugar – I used organic sugar, but white granulated sugar will work as well.

Apple Cider Vinegar – Organic Apple Cider Vinegar is best for quality results.

Frozen Juice – Frozen or thawed is ok to use. I prefer the best quality juice for the best tasting Kvass.

Yeast – Frozen, straight from the freezer is ok to use.

This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"drink is truly yummylitious! There are many different kvass recipes, including the most popular bread kvass, but this recipe has a delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days.

Kvass Instructions

Pour water into a 15 quart (15 L) pot and add sugar, coffee and apple cider vinegar. Place the pot on the stove and bring to a boil. Stir constantly until all sugar dissolves.

As the mixture heats up, it will foam, which is normal. As soon as it comes to boil, remove from heat and let it cool completely before adding apple juice and yeast.

This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"drink is truly yummylitious! There are many different kvass recipes, including the most popular bread kvass, but this recipe has a delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days.

After the kvass is fully cooled, add apple juice and yeast. Stir to combine and let sit on the counter top for 12 hours to ferment. Stir the kvass a couple of times during this fermentation process.  

This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"drink is truly yummylitious! There are many different kvass recipes, including the most popular bread kvass, but this recipe has a delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days.

Refrigerate the kvass after fermentation is complete. Kvass is best when served cold! Enjoy!

This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"drink is truly yummylitious! There are many different kvass recipes, including the most popular bread kvass, but this recipe has a delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days.

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This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"drink is truly yummylitious! There are many different kvass recipes, including the most popular bread kvass, but this recipe has a delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days.
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This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"drink is truly yummylitious! There are many different kvass recipes, including the most popular bread kvass, but this recipe has a delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days.
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Apple Kvass – Квас “Яблочный”
Prep Time
1 d
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 d 15 mins
 

This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass – Квас "Яблочный" drink is truly yummylicious! There are many different kvass recipes in existence, including the most popular bread kvass. Many are too tangy for a kiddo’s taste buds, but this recipe has a light, delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike.

Author: Valya of Valya’s Taste of Home
Ingredients
  • 10 Liters – water
  • 4 tsp – Instant coffee (or ¼ cup brewed espresso)
  • 3 cups (675 ml)– organic sugar
  • ¾ cup (177ml)- apple cider vinegar
  • 1 can (12 oz)- frozen 100% juice juice
  • 2 tsp – yeast
Instructions

  1. Pour water into a 15 quart (15 L) pot and add sugar, coffee and apple cider vinegar. Place the pot on the stove and bring to a boil. Stir constantly until all sugar dissolves. As the mixture heats up, it will foam, which is normal. As soon as it comes to boil, remove from heat and let it cool completely before adding apple juice and yeast.

  2. After the kvass is fully cooled, add apple juice and yeast. Stir to combine and let sit on the counter top for 12 hours to ferment. Stir the kvass a couple of times during this fermentation process. 

  3. Refrigerate the kvass after fermentation is complete. Kvass is best when served cold!

Recipe Notes

To shorten the cooling time I like to cool it in the sink filled with cold water and ice. Change water in the sink multiple times to speed up the cooling process. Mix kvass multiple time during cooling.

Check out these satisfying summer drinks as well:

Pina Colada Smoothie

Healthy Spinach Blueberry Smoothie

Healthy Avocado Spinach and Strawberry Smoothie

Cherry Kisel Recipe

Natural Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

Berry Flavored Water

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This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"drink is truly yummylitious! There are many different kvass recipes, including the most popular bread kvass, but this recipe has a delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days.
This traditional Ukrainian Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"drink is truly yummylitious! There are many different kvass recipes, including the most popular bread kvass, but this recipe has a delicious, apple flavor that is just delightful and enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Kvass is a perfect thirst-quenching drink, remarkably refreshing, especially during these hot summer days.
This picture (above) is from 07-19-2014 when the recipe was originally posted.

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  2. Tanya

    Valya,
    You are such an inspiration to me! Thank you for your blog so much. You cook the exact same way as my mom does. I just found you and will making your Cherry Cake today with my 6 year old daughter for her Birthday tomorrow. For a long time she wanted a princess cake, but when I was looking at your blog and specifically Cherry Lake Cake, she said, “Mama, this is the most beautiful pink cake! Can we make it instead of the princess cake.” Thank you for sharing your little jewels, because, I know how hard it is to find a good recipe that everyone will love. I will follow up and let you know how the cake turned out, Irish soda and kvass. It’s now on my to do list! Thank you Valya! -Tanya

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  5. Natasha

    I’m not a fan of Kvas at all! But this recipe is AWESOME!! JUST cooked up my 4th batch after your recipe post. Thanks for posting! My new favorite drink. I even bought Kvas again at Russian store and it’s not the same. Like only this recipe 🙂

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    • valya'stasteofhome.com

      Thanks Natasha for such a sweet comment! I’m so glad you like my recipe! I am not a kvas fan either, but when I tried this one when we were visiting my sister-in-law, I have been making it ever since and this is my families favorite. I never buy kvas at the Russian store no more. 🙂

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  8. Tatyana

    This recipe looks awesome but that’s a huge amount of kvas! Have you tried making it in smaller batches? Thank you so much!

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