Yeast Free Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Shot
Bright, fiery, and packed with real-food ingredients, this wellness shot is the kind of morning ritual that actually makes you feel like you have your life together. Apple cider vinegar with the mother, fresh lemon juice, grated ginger, and ground turmeric come together in a bold little two-ounce hit that wakes up your senses fast. The black pepper is a smart touch — it helps the turmeric do its thing — and a small drizzle of honey softens the sharp edges just enough to make it drinkable without dulling the punch. For anyone avoiding yeast, store-bought wellness shots and kombucha-style drinks can be a minefield, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. There's no fermentation, no hidden additives, just whole ingredients whisked together and strained clean. A pinch of cayenne is optional but highly recommended if you want that extra kick of heat to round out the experience. Make a batch, pour into shot glasses, and knock one back before your coffee — your gut and your immune system will thank you.
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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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