Festive Fire Cider ft. Kombucha Vinegar

Fire cider is one of my favorite recipes to make—it’s so versatile and fun! As you can see in the video, I don’t use exact measurements and rarely cook by a recipe. I just taste and feel it in my soul (lol). The beauty of fire cider is its flexibility. You can adapt it with your favorite veggies, spices, fruits, and fresh herbs!

This batch turned out super spicy (which I love!) and delicious. A friend who was under the weather said it worked wonders for clearing her sinuses. So, get creative and have fun putting your own twist on this recipe!

Watch & Follow Along!

Ingredients

Note: I use organic produce whenever possible and soak everything in a vinegar and baking soda bath for about 15 minutes to reduce any lingering pesticides or chemicals.

Liquids

Homemade kombucha vinegar (or substitute with apple cider vinegar)
Raw unfiltered honey (I add mine during fermentation for extra flavor)

Produce

Oranges
Lemons
Gala apples
Jalapeño
Celery
Cranberries
Garlic
Onion
Ginger

Fresh Herbs

Rosemary
Mint

Spices & Seasonings

Dried orange peel
Whole allspice
Whole nutmeg
Whole cloves
Whole cinnamon
Caraway seeds
Turmeric
Red pepper flakes
Oak wood smoked pepper
White pepper
Timut pepper
Himalayan pink salt

Instructions

Prep the Produce
Chop all your produce into chunks.
Layer Ingredients in a Jar
Add raw honey to a large jar first, followed by your chopped produce and fresh herbs.
Add Spices & Seasonings
Sprinkle in the dried spices and seasonings.
Pour in Vinegar
Pour kombucha vinegar (or apple cider vinegar) over everything, ensuring all ingredients are fully submerged.
Ferment
Store the jar in a cool, dark place for about a month. Burp (open the jar to release gases) every couple of days. If you’re using kombucha vinegar like I do, check on it daily and use fermenting lids for convenience.
Strain & Enjoy
After fermentation is complete, strain the mixture and enjoy your flavorful fire cider!

Tips for Making Fire Cider

I took some creative liberties with this recipe, and it paid off! The key is to get creative and adapt it to your personal taste. Try experimenting with ingredients like additional fruits, veggies, or spices to make it uniquely yours.

Also, check out Chelsea’s fire cider recipe. It’s amazing!

Happy fermenting!
-Brier C.