Soy Free Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Shot
Bright, zingy, and genuinely good for you, this little wellness shot packs a serious punch in just a couple of ounces. Apple cider vinegar with the mother brings that signature tang and gut-friendly goodness, while fresh lemon juice and grated ginger add a citrusy, warming kick that wakes you right up. Ground turmeric gives the whole thing a gorgeous golden hue, and a crack of black pepper helps your body actually absorb it — a small detail that makes a real difference. A touch of honey softens the sharpness just enough to make it drinkable without dulling any of that bold, functional flavor. Store-bought wellness shots can be surprisingly full of fillers, natural flavors, and additives you'd rather skip, so making your own means you know exactly what's going in the glass. The whole process takes just minutes — stir, strain, pour, and you're done. Swirl before you sip, and brace yourself for the best kind of morning wake-up call.
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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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