Nitrate & Nitrite Free Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Tonic
This bright, zingy tonic is the kind of drink that wakes you up from the inside out — tangy from raw apple cider vinegar, warming from fresh ginger and turmeric, and just sweet enough from a spoonful of raw honey. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, which means you can sip it without a second thought about hidden additives or preservatives that sneak into so many packaged wellness drinks. The pinch of black pepper is a small but smart touch, helping your body make the most of the turmeric's golden goodness. You can enjoy it cold over ice on a warm morning or steamed into a cozy mug drink — just keep it off the boil to protect the live cultures in the vinegar and the integrity of the raw honey. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a bowl, a spoon, and a good squeeze of lemon. Whether you're building a morning ritual or just looking for something that feels genuinely nourishing, this tonic delivers flavor and function in one clean, simple glass.
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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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