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    Tepache Second Fermentation

    Published: Sep 19, 2021 · Modified: Jul 21, 2023 by Katie · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Second Fermentation for Tepache Carbonation

    Tepache carbonation is created during the 2nd fermentation process by letting it continue to ferment in a tightly sealed bottle.

    The microbes continue to feed on sugar and create carbon dioxide. When the carbon dioxide is trapped in the bottle, it creates that fizz when the bottle is opened.

    If you don't have tepache on hand, start here with our super easy pineapple tepache recipe.

    How to make a second fermentation Tepache

    Equipment Needed for Tepache Second Fermentation

    • a strainer
    • a funnel
    • glass bottles

    How To Second Ferment Tepache

    1. Start by straining the liquid from the fruit chunks and funnel the drink into fermentation-grade bottles (I recommend these bottles) Be sure to leave about 2 inches free at the top of each bottle to give the liquid room to expand.

    2. Seal the lid and let sit at room temperature for 1 -3 more days.

    3. After 24 hours, check the level of carbonation by opening up one bottle to see how carbonated it is and determine how much longer it will need.

    4. When the carbonation level is to your liking, transfer the bottles to the refrigerator to stop the fermentation.

    Beware, carbonating tepache or any other fermented drink like this does involve pressure build-up inside the bottles, which can lead to bottles exploding.

    The best way to prevent bottles from exploding and potentially hurting someone is to use bottles specifically made for fermentation. Check out this article How to avoid bottles exploding during fermentation.

    Tepache Second Fermentation

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    September 19, 2021
    by Katie
    Cuisine Mexican
    Category Fermented Drink Recipes
    Persons
    4
    Serving Size
    8 oz
    Prep Time
    15 minutes
    Wait Time
    48 hours
    Total Time
    15 minutes
    tepache in a bottle

    Ingredients

    • 2 quarts Tepache

    Instructions

    1. Start by straining the liquid from the fruit chunks and funnel the drink into fermentation-grade bottles.
    2. Be sure to leave about 2 inches free at the top of each bottle to give the liquid room to expand.
    3. Seal the lid and let sit at room temperature for 1 -3 days.
    4. After 24 hours, check the level of carbonation by opening up one bottle to see how carbonated it is and determine how much longer it will need.
    5. The tepache is ready to drink when the carbonation level is to your liking.
    6. Transfer the bottles to the refrigerator to stop the fermentation.
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