High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Shot
Bottled wellness shots from the store are notorious for sneaking in sweeteners and syrups that have no business being in something you're drinking for your health. This homemade version keeps things clean and honest — every ingredient is exactly what it sounds like. Apple cider vinegar with the mother brings that sharp, gut-friendly punch, while fresh lemon juice and grated ginger add brightness and warmth that no shelf-stable product can really replicate. A small drizzle of honey is the only sweetener here, giving just enough balance without tipping into syrupy territory. Ground turmeric and black pepper work together beautifully, and a pinch of cayenne gives the whole thing a little fire if you want it. The process is simple — whisk, strain, pour — and you end up with four ready-to-go shots that are as functional as they are satisfying to knock back. Once you've made your own, it's hard to justify paying premium prices for a bottle full of ingredients you can't pronounce.
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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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