Fermented Pine (pineapple) Drink

Three glasses of pineapple drink garnished with oranges and pineapples.

Fermented Pine (pineapple) Drink

Fermented pine drink is a refreshing brew of pineapple skins, water, spices, and sugar that tastes similar to kombucha. It takes 2-3 days for the pineapple to ferment but it's so worth it! Add it to your Guyanese summer beverages along with some Mauby.

Course Beverage

Cuisine Guyanese

Keyword fermented pine drink, fermented pineapple drink, Guyanese fermented pine drink, Guyanese pine drink, pine drink

Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Servings Servings

Calories 132kcal

Author Althea Brown

Equipment

Large Glass Jar
Fine mesh sieve

Ingredients

1 large pineapple (peeled, you only need the skin for this recipe)
8 cups water (room temperature)
1 cinnamon stick (optional)
2 cloves (optional)
1 cup sugar (Demerara or Turbinado preferred)
3 drops angostura bitters (optional)

Instructions

Gently rinse the pineapple and pat dry. Do not use baking soda, vinegar or any fruit washes as it will kill the natural enzymes needed for fermentation.
Peel the pineapple, enjoy the juicy fruit but add the skin to a large jar with a lid. You only need the pineapple skin for this recipe. Then add the cinnamon and whole cloves, if using.
Next add about 8 cups of room temperature water to the jar, cover and place in a cool, dark place for 3 to 5 days or until froth forms at the top and the mixture becomes a bit cloudy with some visible bubbles.
When the fermented pine drink is ready, pour off the liquid into a large pitcher. This is best if poured over a fine mesh sieve. Then add the Demerara sugar and mix until the sugar dissolves. You can also sweeten with maple syrup, honey or any other sweetener of your choice.
Finally add 2-3 drops of angostura bitters and stir to combine.
Pour over ice and serve with a garnish of your choice. I love adding a few orange or pineapple slices.

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