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Homemade Herbal Soda: Yeast Method
The yeast method is super simple and doesn’t require any extra preparation. You can use whatever yeast you have on hand. Ale, champagne or active dry yeast all work just fine.
Ingredients
  • 1 gal. water
  • Large handful fresh herbs and/or edible flowers i.e. elderflower, mint, sage, lemon verbena, thyme, basil, hibiscus
  • 1 ½-2 cups all-natural sweetener i.e. sugar, honey, maple syrup
  • 4 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp yeast
  • Sturdy resealable glass bottles
Instructions
  1. Choose flavor and gather ingredients.
  2. Fill pot with water, add herbs and bring to boil.
  3. Allow to cool slightly, then stir in sugar until completely dissolved.
  4. Once mixture has fully cooled, stir in lemon juice and yeast. Mix well.
  5. Using a funnel and a strainer, pour mixture into sanitized glass bottles.
  6. Set bottles in a room temperature area and let sit for about 48 hours until carbonation forms. Tip: If bottles are stored in a warmer environment, 36 hours should be enough.
  7. During the fermentation period, check for carbonation levels in your bottles by opening one, checking for fizz levels and then quickly resealing it. Take caution when handling as high carbonation levels can lead to sticky messes and in some cases glass breakage.
  8. Once you’re satisfied with the fizziness, your soda is ready to drink. Pour over ice and serve.
  9. Refrigerate soda with seal fully closed for up to a week.