Kvass

Also known as: bread kvass

A bread-beer-style ferment made by steeping grain in hot (not boiled) water and fermenting with a sourdough starter, producing bready, brioche-like notes and minimal alcohol.

Category

Fermentation

How It Works

Roasted or caramel malt is brewed almost like a beer but never boiled, then fermented with a sourdough starter rather than old bread.

Best For

Mouthfeel and bready depth; a champagne-like brioche character

Prepared Ingredients

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