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.
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
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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.
How to Make Apple Kvass
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 it 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 a boil, remove it from heat and let it cool completely before adding apple juice and yeast.
After the kvass is fully cooled, add apple juice and yeast. Stir to combine and let sit on the countertop for 12 hours to ferment. Stir the kvass a couple of times during this fermentation process.
Refrigerate the kvass after fermentation is complete. Kvass is best when served cold!
Enjoy!
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Apple Kvass - Квас "Яблочный"
Ingredients
Apple Kvass 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
How to Make Apple Kvass
- 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.
- 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.
- Refrigerate the kvass after fermentation is complete. Kvass is best when served cold!
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 times during cooling.
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Mila says
Love to try this but wondering if you know how much sugar is in each serving? Thanks.
Valya's Taste of Home says
I do not! You can reduce the sugar amount to half if this is too much for you and it will still work. It will not be as sweet though. Thank you for asking!
Veronika says
Hi, love the recipe. How would you store it ?
Valya of Valya's Taste of Home says
Refrigerate for up to a week in the same pot or large glass jars.
Tatyana says
This recipe looks awesome but that's a huge amount of kvas! Have you tried making it in smaller batches? Thank you so much!
Valya of Valya's Taste of Home says
Lol, I know! Yes, you can easily half the recipe.
Nadin says
Hi! Can I make kvas with fresh apples instead of juice?
Valya of Valya's Taste of Home says
Sure, add apples with the first set of ingredients.
Tamara says
can you please add printable version of this recipe?
thanks
valya'stasteofhome.com says
Sure, as soon as I get a chance.
Natasha says
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 🙂
valya'stasteofhome.com says
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. 🙂
Tatyana says
Valya, do I have to stir kvas just before pouring it to bottles? Thank you:)
valya'stasteofhome.com says
Yes you do. Thanks Tanya 🙂
Julia | JuliasAlbum.com says
Love kvas! Haven't had it in ages - you're bringing me back to my childhood memories! Pinning!
valya'stasteofhome.com says
Thank you Julia! I'm not a kvas fan, but I like this recipe a lot. It's very tasty, and a lot different from the one you buy at the store. 🙂
Tanya says
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
valya'stasteofhome.com says
You are very welcome Tanya! I am so glad that you like my recipes. I was told by my sisters sooo many time to make a blog and share my recipes with the world. I'm glad you like it! 🙂
Slavic says
All the food looks great! Especially love the cakes...
valya'stasteofhome.com says
Thank you Slavic! 🙂