Shellfish 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 with the mother, fresh lemon juice, grated ginger, and turmeric come together in a formula that's been a wellness staple for good reason. The pinch of black pepper is a smart touch, helping your body absorb the turmeric more effectively. Raw honey rounds out the sharpness with just enough sweetness, and a whisper of cinnamon adds warmth if you're in the mood for it. You can serve it cold over ice for a refreshing morning ritual or warm in a mug as a soothing evening wind-down — just don't let it boil, since high heat will knock out the live cultures and enzymes that make this worth drinking in the first place. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from any ocean-derived concerns, so there's nothing to second-guess on the label or in the pantry. Mix one up in under five minutes and start your day on a genuinely nourishing note.
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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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