Vegetarian Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Shot
That sharp, golden kick you feel after a wellness shot is exactly what this blend is designed to deliver. Raw apple cider vinegar with the mother brings a tangy, probiotic-rich base, while fresh lemon juice and grated ginger add brightness and a little heat that wakes you right up. Ground turmeric gives the whole thing that gorgeous amber color, and the black pepper is there for a reason — it helps your body actually absorb the turmeric's active compounds. A touch of honey smooths out the edges just enough to make it drinkable without dulling the punch. Everything here is plant-based and naturally free of animal products, so it fits a meat-free lifestyle without any substitutions or workarounds needed. Strain out the ginger pulp, pour into shot glasses, and you've got four servings of something that feels genuinely good for you — because it is.
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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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