Cashew Free Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Shot
Bright, zingy, and genuinely good for you, this wellness shot packs a serious punch in just a couple of ounces. Apple cider vinegar with the mother brings that signature tang, while fresh lemon juice and grated ginger add layers of citrusy heat that wake you right up. Turmeric and black pepper are a classic pairing — the pepper actually helps your body absorb the turmeric more effectively, so that combination is doing real work here. A touch of honey softens the sharp edges just enough to make the whole thing drinkable without dulling the intensity. The recipe is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-reading required — just whole, recognizable ingredients from start to finish. Straining out the ginger pulp gives you a smooth, clean shot that's easy to knock back first thing in the morning. Make a batch, keep it in the fridge, and you've got your daily ritual sorted for the week.
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4 servings
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar (with the mother)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1–2 tsp honey
- ¼ cup water
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, grated ginger, turmeric, black pepper, honey, water, and cayenne (if using) in a small jar or measuring cup. Stir or whisk vigorously until the honey is fully dissolved and the turmeric is evenly distributed.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl or pitcher and pour the mixture through it to remove the ginger pulp, pressing lightly with a spoon to extract all the liquid.
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