Tulsi & Peach Kombucha Mocktail
with Apples + Calendula
This mocktail is brimming with botanical benefits; adaptogens from Tulsi plus anti-inflammatory, antiviral and digestive support from ginger and turmeric kombucha plus heart-healthy and naturally fresh peaches.
This is simply delicious! A refreshing, summery, grown-up mocktail that is low in sugar and has a lovely in-season herbal vibe. I used Kombucha from Urban Farm Fermentory in Portland, Maine
Tulsi, also known as holy basil or sacred basil, is native to India and a member of the Lamiaceae family or mint family that consists of many aromatic and medicinal plants. Tulsi is a prominent Ayurvedic herb known for its adaptogenic properties that helps our body adapt to physical, chemical and emotional stress.
Modern-day science is only just beginning to recognize the many healthful qualities of this beautiful and powerful ancient sacred herb. If you are not familiar with Tulsi, I encourage you to grow it, use it as an everyday herbal medicine and feed the pollinators, too, as they adore this plant!
- Serves8 cups
- Cooks in infuse 30 mins - 4 hours
- Prep time 5 mins
- Herbal Medicinal
Herbal Medicinal Recipes have healing food ingredients with medicinal properties. Culinary & medical plants have properties that benefit our health.
- Digestion
Digestion is an important part of our nutrient absorption & natural detoxification. Recipes have ingredients that support the digestive system.
- Antiviral
Recipes have foods, herbs & spices with antiviral properties. Antiviral herbs have compounds that fight viral infections and boost our immune system. Antiviral foods and herbs examples ginger, garlic, oregano, thyme, mint, cinnamon, clove, echinacea, elderberry.
- Adaptogen
- Calms Nerves Anxiety
Ingredients
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Method
Tulsi & Peach Kombucha Mocktail
ADD all ingredients – except sparkling water – in a glass jug or large mason jar.
INFUSE with the lid on 30mins – 4 hours+ in the fridge. Taste adjust to your liking.
ADD sparkling water just before serving and mix well.
SERVE in a glass poured over ice, top with more sparkling water if you want.
GARNISH with fresh Tulsi & a peach slice for a summery mocktail; add a healthy herbal plant vibe to the party.
Chef tips + Ingredient Swaps + Ideas
SWAP PEACHES for nectarines, apricots, plums, apple, melon, blackberries
SWAP TULSI for Basil.
SWAP KOMBUCHA for ginger beer or a homemade ginger-ade, turmeric-ade or simply syrups + sparkling water.
USE RAW HONEY to add a touch of sweetness.
ADD HERBALS dried rosehips to add flavour, vibrance and heart-healthy astringent properties.
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