Walnut Free Apple Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot
This bright, zingy little shot packs a serious punch of fresh flavor from real turmeric root and ginger — no powders, no shortcuts. The apple brings a natural sweetness that softens the heat, while apple cider vinegar adds a sharp, tangy finish that makes the whole thing feel alive. It's the kind of thing you knock back in the morning and immediately feel like you've done something good for yourself. Many store-bought wellness shots come loaded with mystery additives and preservatives, but this one is made entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients you blend and strain yourself. A touch of raw honey rounds it out if you want a little extra sweetness, though it's completely optional. The cheesecloth straining step takes only a minute and gives you a clean, smooth liquid that's easy to sip straight from a shot glass. Make a small batch ahead and keep it in the fridge — just give it a shake before you drink it.
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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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