Einkorn Rejuvelac

Einkorn wheat is the most ancient species of wheat. Einkorn has 30 percent more protein and is high than regular wheat in vitamin B6, zinc, and other vitamins and minerals. Einkorn doesn't contain the troublesome protein that causes so many gluten problems. It is superior in so many ways, and I think you will love the taste of this delicious drink.

Course: Beverages

Servings: quart

Ingredients

2 cups Einkorn Wheat Berries
Water, spring or filtered with minerals

Materials

Half-Gallon Jar

Instructions

Add the berries into your half-gallon Jar.
Fill with enough cool (60-70°F) water to cover the berries.
Soak for 8 - 12 hours.
Pour the einkorn berries into a colander, draining off the old water and rinsing the wheat berries. Place the berries back in the jar and cover the jar with a breathable cloth or paper towel and secure it with a rubber band.
Set your jar in a low-light location.
Rinse the einkorn berries 2 times a day, every 8-12 hours. The sprouting can take from 1-2 days, depending on the temperature. When a little "tail" appears on the wheat berry, they are ready to ferment.
Add 6 cups of water (spring or purified) to the sprouts and place the jar (with a cloth lid and rubberband) on the counter for 2 days.
Stir the jar once or twice a day. Take a taste each time you stir, - if it's tart, it is ready. You will notice that the water will get cloudy and little bubbles will start forming. It should taste clean and fresh with a hint of lemon.
Strain the rejuvelac off of the einkorn berries and store in a covered glass container in the refrigerator. It will keep for at least a week, just make sure it still smells and tastes fresh.
You can add a piece of ginger, cinnamon, a squeeze of lemon, orange, or your favorite fruit before drinking, or you can drink it plain.

Notes

You can reuse the einkorn berries to make a second batch. It will only take a day to ferment and make more.