Description
Mexican tepache delivers a refreshing fermented pineapple drink with zesty, tangy notes. Homemade brewing creates a probiotic beverage that delights your senses and offers a delicious alternative to traditional refreshments.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large organic pineapple
- 1 cup piloncillo or brown sugar
- 2 quarts (1.89 liters) filtered water
Spices and Aromatics:
- 2 (2-inch) cinnamon sticks
- 5 whole cloves
Garnish (Optional):
- Pineapple slices
Instructions
- Craft a fragrant syrup by simmering piloncillo, cinnamon, and cloves in water until completely dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool to ambient temperature, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Thoroughly cleanse the pineapple. Slice off both ends, then meticulously remove the outer skin, preserving some fruit attached. Chop the core into bite-sized chunks, reserving both skin and core for fermentation.
- Transfer the pineapple pieces, skin, and core into a non-reactive vessel. Pour the cooled syrup and additional water over the fruit, ensuring complete coverage.
- Drape a breathable cheesecloth over the container, creating a protective barrier. Position the mixture in a warm environment (70-80°F) for 2-5 days, allowing natural fermentation to develop.
- Monitor the liquid as it transforms, skimming off any emerging foam during the fermentation process. The tepache is ready when it becomes effervescent and develops a subtle tangy undertone.
- Once fermented, strain the liquid through a fine cheesecloth to remove solid remnants. Chill thoroughly and serve over ice, garnishing with a fresh pineapple slice for an authentic presentation.
Notes
- Experiment with fermentation time to adjust sweetness and sourness, tasting daily to find your perfect flavor profile.
- Use organic pineapple to avoid potential pesticide interference with natural fermentation process.
- For a lower sugar version, reduce piloncillo or substitute with coconut sugar or honey for different flavor nuances.
- Chill serving glasses beforehand to keep tepache extra refreshing and maintain its delicate effervescence.
- Prep Time: 2 days
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Fermenting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg