Wheat 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 and gut-friendly goodness, while fresh lemon juice and grated ginger add a citrusy, warming kick that wakes you right up. Turmeric and black pepper are a classic pairing — the pepper actually helps your body absorb the turmeric's active compounds, so that combo 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. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free of wheat and gluten, so there's no label-reading stress or ingredient swapping required — just whole, clean pantry staples. Strain out the ginger pulp, pour into shot glasses, and you've got four servings ready to go. Make it part of your morning routine and you'll wonder how you ever started the day without it.
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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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