Carrageenan Free Apple Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot
Bright, zingy, and genuinely good for you, this little shot packs fresh apple sweetness alongside the earthy heat of real turmeric and ginger root. Many store-bought wellness shots rely on stabilizers and thickeners — carrageenan being one of the most common — so making your own at home is the cleanest way to get all the benefits without the additives. Everything here is whole and recognizable: fresh fruit, fresh roots, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and optional raw honey to round out the bite. The blending and straining method pulls out a beautifully smooth, vibrant liquid that looks as good as it tastes. That golden color from the fresh turmeric is absolutely stunning in a shot glass. It comes together quickly and keeps in the fridge for up to 24 hours, so you can batch a few servings and start your mornings on a seriously powerful note.
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4 servings
- 1 medium apple (such as fuji or gala), cored and roughly chopped
- 2-inch piece fresh turmeric root, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the chopped apple, turmeric root, ginger root, and cold water to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45–60 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth or a nut milk bag over a small pitcher or measuring cup. Pour the blended mixture through and press or squeeze firmly until all the liquid is extracted and the pulp is dry. Discard the pulp.
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