Characterization of Water Kefir from Broccoli Stem Extract with Addition of Palm Sugar


 Water kefir is a fermented carbonated beverage and functional food with probiotic properties. Broccoli an edible green plant which rich source of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C; it also contains isothiocyanate compounds that have anti-cancer fiber for digestive system. Palm sugar sweetener obtained from concentrated coconut sap known to low glycaemic index. The purpose this study was investigate the effect broccoli stem extract palm concentration on its biochemical microbiological characteristics. Subsequently, acceptance product by panelists were evaluated through organoleptic tests. content 15% had highest lactic acid, antioxidant activity, acid bacteria, yeast, ethanol content, water 1:5 found panelists. in did not contaminant bacteria. This met codex standard.