34 Water Kefir Recipes You Haven't Tried Yet...#7 is AMAZING! (2024)

Have you heard of Water Kefir?

Already in love with the amazing health benefits it has to offer?

But now you are getting tired with the taste or just want to spice things up a bit?

Well then this post is for you because we collected 34 of our favorite water kefir recipes from all over the web for you to try.

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And if you haven’t tried water kefir yet or don’t know how to make it yourself – don’t worry. We also have the ultimate guide on how to make your own water kefir.​

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How to flavor Water Kefir Guide

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This guide is great for getting started not only for it’s beautiful photography but also the great step-by-step instructions.

Peach Lavender Soda

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Ok this might not be for everyone, however I like the lavender flavor together with the fruity peach. Be very careful though when it comes to adding the lavender. A bit too much and flavors can get…lets say…intense. So go slowly when flavoring this drink and you will achieve amazing results.

Cherry Vanilla Kefir

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Second fermentation is really the fun part of fermentation where bubbles really build. Cherries are always a great fruit although I usually eat way too many before I even get started with my little fermentation experiments. The combination with vanilla balances the flavors very nicely.

Coconut Water Kefir

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Coconut water kefir is one of my go-to recipes for everyday drinks. I just love coconut water and it’s not just because of all the nutritious benefits you get. It just tastes amazing! It is also a great base to start your own experiments in flavoring.​

Lavender Blueberry Kefir

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Another amazing creation with lavender. Again, use caution when adding lavender because it can easily turn into a soapy flavor you really don’t want.

Homemade Soda

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Get a few water kefir grains and some fruit and you are pretty much good to go when it comes to delicious water kefir recipes. Weather you have lots of little experience with water kefir, this is a great place to get inspired. Check out the recipe over at cheerfullyimperfect.com.​

Guide: How to flavor your water kefir

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Theresa over at livinghomegrown.com has a great “getting started” guide for everyone who wants to flavor their water kefir. From strawberries to fruit juice and more – this should give you some nice ideas on how to get started.

Chocolate Coconut Kefir Smoothie

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Did you know that chocolate is fermented? No? Well now you do…and it’s just another good reason (or excuse) to eat more chocolate. Danielle over at fermentedfoodlab.com has brought two amazing things together to create a delicious chocolate coconut kefir smoothie.

I love it and so will you! So go and give it a try…

Water Kefir Soda

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This is one for hot summer days! Or actually any other day because they are just too tasty to miss out on in winter. Erica over at thankyourbody.comhas put together a great guide on how to create and flavor your own water kefir sodas. Given the many different flavors you can go for there surely is something for everyone.

Orange Kefir Soda Pop

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This is a great one for kids (big and small).​ It’s all fizzy, bubbly and healthy and in every way a great replacement for all the unhealthy drinks kids drink on a daily basis.

So, having a hard time to convince them to eat more healthy things? I promise that you wont have that problem with these healthy soda pops.​ Go over to fermentedfoodlab.com to check out the recipe.

Guide: Water Kefir Flavors

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​Another great guide to introduce you to the world of fizzing flavored water kefir. Strawberry Kiwi or Cranberry Limonade, a Vitamin-C-Booster or an Orange Carrot Fizz. There is something for everyone. Go over to deliciousobsessions.com to check out all the variations.

Cinnamon Coconut Water Kefir

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This is perfect for the upcoming winter season! ​The cinnamon flavor gives it a “christmasy” flavor while the coconut keeps it fresh and healthy. Packed with healthy probiotics it helps you to fight this nasty winter cold and just gives you an extra immune boost to get ready for winter. Check out the recipe at aharmonyhealing.com.

Mint, Blueberry and Pomegranate Water Kefir

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Doesn’t it look stunning?

And it tastes even better. Kelly over at foodiefiasco.com has created a masterpiece of a water kefir drink. ​Be sure to try it!

Sparkling Cider Water Kefir

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I love cider! It is just something I could drink all day long (but I’m not…for obvious reasons).

If you enjoy cider as much as I do, this drink is for you! So if you don’t know what to do with all those apples coming fall, now you do. Check out the water kefir recipe over at picklemetoo.com.​

Ginger Blueberry Water Kefir Probiotic Punch

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Another one of my favorite water kefir recipes. While the ginger keeps it fresh and fizzy, the blueberry ads a sweet and almost earthy taste to it. As usual you get all the good probiotic benefits out of it so you can’t really go wrong with this drink. Check out the recipe at lightorangebean.com.

Water Kefir Ice Cream Float with Summer Peaches

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Water Kefir Ice Cream!!!

What else can I say about it? Hot summer days, some delicious ice cream that even has health benefits? This is just perfect. Emily over at recipestonourish.com will tell you how to make it yourself.​

Apple Water Kefir

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Basic and simple, sometimes that’s all you need. If life were only so simple. You also can’t have chocolate cake every day, can you? Apple Water Kefir is actually super easy to make at home and it offers all the health benefits you would want from a probiotic drink. Add this to your daily diet.

Strawberry Chia Water Kefir

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Another great summer drink for you to try out. The chia seeds add a lot of fibre which also improves digestion on top of the usual probiotic benefits. Found on homestead-honey.com.​

Water Kefir Ginger Beer

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Two great things come together in this drink – water kefir and ginger beer. Both amazing probiotic drinks by themselves but combined they become a powerhouse of probiotic goodness.​ Learn how to make our own ginger beer over at loveandtrash.com.

Cherrie Mango Water Kefir Smoothie

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​Another one for the smoothie lovers out there. This one is delicious, fresh and fruity. Make sure that you use organic ingredients (which you should do in any case) and once you add some kefir to it, this becomes the perfect nutritious drink for hot summer days. Learn how to make it here.

Elderberry​ Kefir

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This one was recommended to me by a friend and I haven’t had the chance to try it myself yet. But I trust her judgement that this is a perfect drink to slip into your diet once in a while to spice things up.​ Go over to edibleeastbay.com for more.

Grape Kefir Soda

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Another one that was recommended to me while I was chatting with a friend about various kefir variations at my favorite coffee place here in Berlin. I doubt that I will ever be able to try all the amazing variations that are out there…you get more details about this bubbling piece of awesomeness here.

Cranberry Raspberry Water Kefir

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While Cranberries seem to be super popular to flavor kefir, I really like that Rebekah added some raspberry as well which just suits me better for some reason. Oh, did I mention that water kefir is basically lactose free for all of you “intolerant” folks out there​?

Vanilla Coconut Water Kefir

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I wish I had found this recipe earlier since I really like how the flavors of vanilla, coconut and kefir come together to form something magical. It is a fresh drink perfect for spring and summer, helps to cleanse and detox your body while giving you all the amazing vitamins and bacteria your gut needs.

Check out the recipe here.

Herbal Water Kefir Soda

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So this one is a bit different from the others due to it’s herbal flavors. It is actually a bit more like Kombucha which is brewed using black or green tea. Since I make and sell my own Kombucha this is obviously a recipe I am very fond of. Try it – you can find more instructions here.​

Cantaloupe Flavored Water Kefir​

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Summer is the time of melons and berries. So using cantaloupe obviously ​makes for an amazing seasonal drink you shouldn’t miss. Amanda over at pickle.com will show you exactly how to make your own.

Probiotic Raspberry Lemon Soda

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Another amazing drink for summer. While the lemon adds a certain freshness to it, the raspberry gives it a nice sweetness especially kids will love. More on this recipe here.

Probiotic Strawberry Soda

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Another one for the kids – big and small. Because..who doesn’t love strawberries right?​ So check out the recipe here.

Rosemary Pear Kefir

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I actually enjoy rosemary, pears and honey on a good bread freshly out of the oven…just delicious. This is basically the water kefir version of my little snack…so yes…gotta love it 🙂

Sparkling Probiotic Cherry Soda

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We had strawberries, now we have cherries. Because we all need a little bit more variety in our lives, right? And cherries are just delicious so why not flavor your drinks with them? You can find the recipe here.

So that’s it. I hope you liked our little collection of water kefir recipes. If you are just starting out and want to learn more about how to make your own water kefir, check out our complete guide on water kefir.​

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FAQs

What is the best sugar to use for water kefir? ›

Good: Rapadura Sugar

Rapadura (and similarly pressed cane sugars called sucanat or panela) is the least refined sugar. It's produced by pressing the pure juice from the sugar cane, then cooking at low temps to evaporate the water.

How much water kefir can you drink per day? ›

How much should you drink? Kefir can be a healthy and delicious addition to a well-rounded diet. For best results, stick to around 1–3 cups (237–710 mL) per day and pair it with a variety of other fermented foods and beverages to increase your intake of probiotics.

How do I know if I killed my water kefir? ›

To know if your water kefir grains are dead, use them to ferment a new batch and repeat this cycle at least 4 times. If the grains are dead, the water will remain sweet, and there wouldn't be a sign of fermentation. Another way to know is the appearance of mold on the surface.

How do you make water kefir taste better? ›

People enjoy it for its sweet taste, natural fizz, and ease of preparation. All you have to do is put some water kefir grains in sugar water, add some dried fruit and a slice of citrus fruit, and then wait 48 hours.

Can you add too much sugar to water kefir? ›

Too much sugar or too many water kefir grains can lead to over fermentation and more alcohol content.

Does water kefir spike insulin? ›

Why is water kefir sometimes ok for diabetics to consume? The bacteria and yeast produce enzymes that break down the sucrose (the double sugar that sugar is composed of) into fructose and glucose. Fructose is digested by the liver and does not spike the blood sugar of diabetics like sucrose or glucose.

Is it better to drink kefir in the morning or at night? ›

You don't necessarily have to drink kefir in the morning, but you should avoid drinking it before you go to bed at night. Since kefir has an impact on your digestive system, it can keep you from getting a peaceful night of sleep. Instead, you should try to have kefir during a time when you're going to be active.

How long does it take for kefir to heal the gut? ›

Nutritionists and healthcare professionals suggest that regularly drinking kefir may improve health in 2-4 weeks. The several health benefits of kefir include improving heart, gut, kidney, liver, and skin health. Kefir also has anti-cancerous, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial effects.

What happens if you let water kefir ferment too long? ›

When water kefir is finished, it tastes a bit sweet still. If you prefer it more sour you can overferment it. If you leave it for a very long time it may become even to sour to drink. The same is with kombucha.

What can go wrong with water kefir? ›

Water kefir is a delicious and refreshing drink, loaded with probiotics and easy to make. At times, problems can occur when the water kefir grains are stressed from overcrowding, excessive minerals, lack of nutrients, or contamination: Slimy grains. Syrupy kefir.

What kills kefir? ›

Don't Ferment Too Long

Kefir is best when it's done fermenting at 24 hours or when it is sour and tart and slightly thickened. Letting it go 48 hours or longer diminishes the probiotics as the bacteria run out of food to eat and then start to die.

Why does my water kefir smell like rotten eggs? ›

Add a clean slice of organic lemon to your next batch of water kefir with the smelly grains. That may help balance things out. Be sure the lemon is cleaned only with water, using your muscles to scrub anything off. You do not want soap residue in your kefir.

Should I stir my water kefir? ›

Before pouring in the fermented water kefir, give it a good stir with a spoon to evenly distribute the probiotics.

Should I add salt to water kefir? ›

Normally pure white sugar and filtered water is enough for great batches of water kefir. However, if your water lacks minerals and you notice your water kefir is sluggish, you can add a tablespoon of raisins and a pinch of Himalayan salt to your 1L sugar solution.

Can you add lemon to water kefir? ›

Fresh lemon juice is tart and bright. It's a great addition to any water kefir recipe but also plays well with other citrus fruits.

Is brown sugar OK for water kefir? ›

Water kefir is considered to be a functional food with probiotic characteristics. It can be improved with addition of organic brown sugar and fruits native to Brazil, such as jaboticaba.

Can I use granulated sugar for water kefir? ›

Yes. Water kefir grains have evolved to feed on granulated white sugar and cannot properly ferment without it. Thick sugars like turbinado, sugar in the raw, and brown sugar are too difficult for the Water Kefir grains to break down and process.

Can you use turbinado sugar for water kefir? ›

Heat 1 cup of unchlorinated water and add 1/4 cup of sugar of your choice, then stir to dissolve and let cool. (Turbinado works best. You can also use piloncillo sugar or pure cane sugar. Make sure its PURE cane sugar, because some companies also use beet sugar in it as well.)

How sweet should water kefir be? ›

Taste: After the 48-hour culturing process, the finished kefir should be less sweet than the sugar water you started with. Please note: finished kefir will still be fairly sweet as it does still contain fructose which is naturally very sweet. But it should be at least a bit less sweet than the original sugar water.

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