Sesame Free Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Shot
Bright, fiery, and packed with feel-good ingredients, this wellness shot is the kind of morning ritual that actually makes you want to get out of bed. Apple cider vinegar with the mother brings that signature tang, while fresh lemon juice and grated ginger add a zippy, invigorating kick that wakes up your whole system. Ground turmeric gives each shot its gorgeous golden hue, and a pinch of black pepper is in there for good reason — it helps your body make the most of the turmeric. A touch of honey softens the sharp edges just enough to make the whole thing drinkable without losing any of that punch. Sesame shows up in a surprising number of bottled wellness drinks and health-food products, so blending your own from scratch means you know exactly what's going into every sip. The process is refreshingly simple — whisk, strain, pour, and you've got four ready-to-go shots that are as clean and straightforward as it gets. Keep a batch in the fridge and you'll have your morning boost sorted for days.
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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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