Juniper starter for fermented beverages by @_wildwithnature_ 🍻 Here’s how to make it: 1) Forage a jar of juniper berries. You’ll have to add berries every time you feed the starter so make sure you forage enough! 2) Start the starter by adding tbsp of berries to a jar and top with water. 3) Add in 2 tbsp of sugar, and give it a good stir. 4) Cover with a coffee filter and jar lid or rubber band. 5) Wait for the magic to happen!! Once your starter starts to bubble, it’s time to feed it. Add in 1/2 tsp of berries & 1/2 tsp of sugar. Continue feeding daily when the starter is active. 6) Keep the sugar and berry ratio 1:1. The starter will be ready to use 5-7 days after it’s active. 7) Once it’s active, use it to make beverages like beer or soda. #wildfoodlove #foraging #forager #juniper #juniperberries #conifers #wildstarter #wildfermentation #fermenting #homemadestarter #homemadebeverage #mountainfood #coloradorockymountains #gatherer #coloradooutdoors #juniperus #coloradomountains #coloradohikes #berrypicking #colorfulcolorado #fermenteddrinks #mountainliving #coloradoadventures #coloradorockies