Chicken Free Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Tonic
This bright, zingy tonic is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself — because you are. Raw apple cider vinegar brings its signature tang and live cultures, while fresh lemon juice and grated ginger add a sharp, invigorating kick that wakes you right up. A spoonful of raw honey rounds everything out with gentle sweetness, and the turmeric and black pepper combo is a classic pairing that helps the body absorb all that golden goodness. The whole thing comes together in minutes with just a bowl, a spoon, and ingredients you likely already have on hand. Serve it cold over ice for a refreshing morning ritual or warm in a mug when you need something soothing — just skip the boil to keep those live cultures intact. It's the kind of simple, plant-based wellness habit that's easy to stick to because it actually tastes good.
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2 servings
- 2 cups cold or warm water
- 3 tbsp raw apple cider vinegar (with the mother)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- ⅛ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, grated ginger, turmeric, black pepper, and cinnamon (if using) in a small bowl or jar and stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
- 2
Pour in the water and stir to combine. For a smoother texture, strain through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the ginger fibers.
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