Dissolve the sugar

• Pour the filtered water into a clean glass jar.
• Add the cane sugar and stir until fully dissolved.

Add the kefir grains

• Add the water kefir grains to the sweet water.
• Cover the jar with a cloth or a loose lid so the mixture can breathe.

First fermentation

• Leave the jar at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, until the liquid turns slightly cloudy and less sweet.

Strain the grains

• Strain the kefir into a clean bottle, keeping the grains for your next batch.
• Add the lemon juice and a few lemon slices.

Second fermentation (sparkling)

• Add the dried fruit if using, then seal the bottle tightly.
• Leave at room temperature to build up the bubbles, then chill in the fridge before opening.