Kyrgyz Honey Lemon Kombucha

Preparation Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare the tea blend by combining rye honey, lemon juice, black tea, and chamomile tea in a large pot.
2. Step 2: Bring the tea blend to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Strain the tea blend into a large glass jar, discarding the solids.
4. Step 4: Add water to the jar, stirring to combine, and then place the kombucha SCOBY on top.
5. Step 5: Cover the jar with a lid and let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours, allowing the SCOBY to colonize and the kombucha to ferment.
6. Step 6: After 24 hours, transfer the kombucha to the refrigerator to slow down fermentation, and then strain and bottle the kombucha before serving.
7. Step 7: Serve the Kyrgyz Honey Lemon Kombucha chilled, garnished with a lemon slice if desired