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Apple Cinnamon Kombucha

4.86 from 14 votes
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By: Sarah BondUpdated: Mar 07, 2022 16 Comments

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Apple cinnamon kombucha into a glass with a white background

With cozy cinnamon and crispy apples, this Apple Cinnamon Kombucha is the homemade kombucha flavor you need this fall.

Apple kombucha in fermentation bottles on a white background

I was beginning to think that prime kombucha season was over, with summer coming to an end and all. Albeit, kombucha will brew slower as the ambient temperature of our house drops, but the flavors of fall are so good in kombucha!

So leave your summer flavors at the door and let’s brew some Apple Cinnamon Kombucha. With sweet apples and cinnamon, this kombucha ferments into a bubbly drink that tastes a bit like apple cider. Let’s brew!

Apple cinnamon kombucha into a glass with a white background

There are two main fermentation phases when making homemade kombucha:

  1. First Fermentation: This is when you transform sweet tea into tart and delicious kombucha (see our comprehensive guide to homemade kombucha here)
  2. Second Fermentation: This is when you carbonate the kombucha by adding sugars (like apples!) and bottling it.

In order to make this apple kombucha, you will need to have finished the first fermentation already and have some kombucha that’s ready to be carbonated! The video below shows you how to get to this point.

Closeup photo of apple kombucha in fermentation bottles on a white background

Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Kombucha

  • Kombucha: You’ve brewed your kombucha in the first fermentation with the help of your SCOBY and it’s the perfect balance of sweet and tart (step-by-step first fermentation instructions here).
  • Apples: Use any apples you have on hand, from sweeter Red Delicious apples to tart Granny Smiths. You can also use apple juice or apple cider for quicker preparation!
  • Cinnamon: Drop a cinnamon stick into each bottle for an easy infusion of cozy fall flavor.
Apple kombucha in fermentation bottles on a white background

How to Make Apple Cinnamon Kombucha

Making your own Apple Cinnamon Kombucha is super easy. The process goes something like this:

  1. Prep: Finely chop the apple (small enough so that the pieces will fit in your fermentation bottles).
  2. Bottle: Add kombucha, apples, and cinnamon to fermentation bottles (I like to use quart-sized bottles).
  3. Ferment: For 3 to 10 days, until it reaches the carbonation level you like.
  4. Enjoy: Chill in the fridge before serving.
Pouring apple cinnamon kombucha into a glass with a white background

You can, of course, make this a purely apple kombucha by omitting the cinnamon. Or you could go the other direction and add even more fall spices, like a few whole cloves, some nutmeg, or ground ginger!

Apple cinnamon kombucha into a glass with a white background
Apple kombucha in fermentation bottles on a white background

Apple Cinnamon Komucha

4.86 from 14 votes
Prep: 3 days
Total: 3 days
Author: Sarah Bond
Calories: 50kcal
Servings: 8 cups
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With cozy cinnamon and crispy apples, this Apple Cinnamon Kombucha is the homemade kombucha flavor you need this fall.

Ingredients

  • ½ gallon kombucha from a first fermentation this is not store bought kombucha, 1.9 L
  • 1 apple finely diced, can sub ¼ cup apple juice or cider
  • 2 cinnamon sticks or ½ tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions 

  • Bottle: Transfer kombucha into fermentation bottles*, leaving about 3 inches empty at the top.
  • Add Flavors: Evenly divide apples and cinnamon into each bottle (I used 2 quart-sized bottles). Seal tightly.
  • Ferment: Place in a dark, room temperature area for 3 to 10 days, until it reaches the carbonation level you like. This process will go faster in warmer climates, and slower in cooler climates.
  • Enjoy: Strain the kombucha to remove fruit pieces (optional), then chill in the fridge before serving. Can be stored in the fridge, tightly sealed, for several weeks.

Tips & Tricks

  • *If this is your first time brewing, it may be helpful to use a plastic water bottle as a gauge. Fill a disposable plastic bottle with kombucha (leaving 2 inches empty at the top). When this bottle becomes rock hard, you’ll know the glass bottle are also ready. This will help you gauge how quickly kombucha brews in your climate and will prevent bottle explosions.
  • You can make this a purely apple kombucha by omitting the cinnamon. Or go the other direction and add even more fall spices, like a few whole cloves, some nutmeg, or ground ginger!

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1cup (differs by fermentation length) Calories: 50kcal (3%) Carbohydrates: 12g (4%) Sodium: 10mg Sugar: 10g (11%)
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More Kombucha Flavors To Try

Here are a few more of our favorite kombucha flavors (or check out our all-time favorite flavors here)

Blueberry Kombucha

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Zingy Raspberry Kombucha

A copycat inspired by the zingy Trilogy kombucha! (Recipe on our sister site, BrewBuch.com).

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Zingy ginger and spicy pepper transform kombucha into a grown up ginger ale.

Strawberry Kombucha

A ruby red classic that's as easy as blending and fermenting.

Peach Pie Kombucha

Sweet like pie with hints of maple and vanilla.

Chia Seed Kombucha

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  1. Fernanda Fleury says

    Posted on 5/3 at 5:08 pm

    Sounds yummy! Don’t you have to strain it? Do you leave the apple in it even after the 2nd fermentation?

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      Posted on 5/4 at 10:23 am

      I usually leave the apple in, just straining it when I pour it into my glass 😀

  2. Michael Sisario says

    Posted on 6/16 at 11:29 pm

    Love this idea. I am going to make this one next time.5 stars

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      Posted on 6/17 at 11:08 am

      Happy brewing! Would love to hear how it goes 😀

  3. Susan Holgate says

    Posted on 6/1 at 1:45 am

    What kombucha can my husband have whilst on Warfarin. Black and green tea are not good when on Warfarin. We’re quite desperate for an end of the day safe drink. Alcohol is forbidden

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      Posted on 6/1 at 2:31 pm

      Hi Susan! I’m honestly not sure about the potential cross interactions – this may be a better question for his dietitian or doctor!

  4. Bradyn says

    Posted on 12/6 at 2:59 pm

    How many 1L swing top bottles is this recipe for?

    Reply
    • Sarah Bond says

      Posted on 12/6 at 3:13 pm

      2!

  5. Lisa says

    Posted on 5/19 at 9:36 am

    I’m trying to brew my first batch of hard kombucha. I tried once before without success. Both times the brew is still quite sweet a week after adding the yeast. The first batch remained too sweet after two weeks of 2nd brewing. Is there anything I can do to make it less sweet, and more alcoholic?

    Reply
    • Sarah Bond says

      Posted on 5/19 at 11:47 am

      Hi Lisa! Have you been following our guide to hard kombucha? It sounds like the first fermentation just needs to run a little longer!

  6. Chris mosoku says

    Posted on 6/24 at 10:16 pm

    I wish to understand more and in simple language how to make kombucha

    Reply
  7. Ellen says

    Posted on 11/1 at 1:08 am

    Is it necessary to dice the apples? Will it make any difference if I just put 1 slice in each bottle? (I have smaller 480mL bottles rather than big 2 quart bottle.) Thanks!

    Reply
    • Sarah Bond says

      Posted on 11/1 at 9:15 am

      I just dice them so I can get them out of the bottles more easily later!

    • Ellen says

      Posted on 11/1 at 10:14 am

      I see, thanks Sarah! I did end up dicing them to fit them in the bottle 🙂 Thanks for the cozy recipe!

  8. Andrea says

    Posted on 1/19 at 10:25 pm

    Hi Sarah! I’m following this recipe for 2nd fermentation – but actually not a big fan of fizzy booch but still want the flavors to merge well. Do you think 2nd fermentation without airtight jar is possible? or will it somehow spoiled my kombucha+flavorings?5 stars

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    • Sarah Bond says

      Posted on 1/20 at 5:56 pm

      Definitely possible! Just don’t tightly seal it (use a cloth instead) until fruit flavor is infused 🙂

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