Description
Kompot is a simple, naturally sweetened fruit drink that originated in Eastern Europe. Made by simmering fresh, frozen, or dried fruits in water with a bit of sugar and optional spices, it’s a refreshing, colorful, and wholesome beverage. It can be served hot or cold, making it perfect for any season.
Ingredients
4 cups mixed fresh or frozen fruit
8 cups water
0.5 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
3 slices lemon or 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
1 stick cinnamon or 2 cloves or 1 star anise (optional)
Instructions
1. Wash and prepare all fruit, slicing larger pieces and removing pits or cores as needed.
2. Place fruit in a large saucepan and add water until fruit is generously covered.
3. Stir in sugar and optional lemon slices or juice.
4. Add any spices you’re using for extra flavor depth.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for 20–30 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as needed.
7. Remove from heat, cool slightly, then strain if desired.
8. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour if serving cold. Enjoy over ice or gently warmed.
Notes
Calories: 100 kcal per cup
Carbohydrates: 24g
Sugars: 22g
Protein: 0.5g
Fat: 0g
Fiber: 1.5g
Sodium: 3mg
Cholesterol: 0mg
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 3
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 0.5
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: kompot, fruit drink, Eastern European, homemade juice, non-alcoholic