Tepache
Tepache is a naturally fermented pineapple flavored beverage that will cool you down, help digestion and make a great mocktail.
Equipment
- 1 32 oz mason jar
- 1 quart jar
- Cheese cloth
- rubber band
Ingredients
- 1 pineapple (organic is recommended)
- 5 cups filtered water
Syrup
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1 cup piloncillo or brown sugar
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 stick cinnamon
Toppings
- fresh mint leaves
- pieces of pineapple
Instructions
- Sterilize the mason jars with boiling water.
Make the syrup
- Add 1 cup of piloncillo sugar or brown sugar to 1 cup of filtered water. Bring to a boil, stir and set aside to cool down.
- Combine the turmeric, cinnamon stick or powder and 5 cups of water.
Prepare the pineapple
- Remove the skin and core. Place into the jars.
- Pour the syrup and water over the pineapple peel. Push down the fruit into the liquid.
- Cover with a piece of cheese cloth and secure with an rubber band.
- Set on the kitchen counter. After 2-3 days, some foam and bubbles will appear on the surface.
- Take a sip after that every day until you achieve the perfect level of fizziness and sweetness.
Serve
- Top with a few fresh mint leaves and a piece of pineapple.