Legume Free Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Tonic
This bright, zingy tonic is the kind of morning ritual that actually makes you want to get out of bed. Raw apple cider vinegar with the mother, fresh lemon juice, grated ginger, and a pinch of turmeric come together in a drink that feels both grounding and energizing. A touch of raw honey rounds out the sharpness, while black pepper helps activate the turmeric — a small detail that makes a real difference. The whole thing comes together in minutes with no cooking required, just a good stir until the honey dissolves. Serve it over ice for a refreshing cold version or warm in a mug on a chilly morning — just don't let it boil, since high heat will knock out the beneficial properties of the raw honey and live cultures in the vinegar. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from legumes, so there's nothing to scrutinize or swap out. It's a clean, feel-good drink you can mix up any day of the week without a second thought.
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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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