Citric Acid Free Ginger & Turmeric Bone Broth Tonic
Warm, deeply savory, and layered with the kind of earthy spice that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself, this simmered tonic is the kind of drink that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. Fresh ginger and turmeric steep directly into rich bone broth, pulling out their bold, anti-inflammatory character in a way that a powder or supplement just can't replicate. A smashed garlic clove and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon round everything out, adding warmth and depth without any harsh or processed additives. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, packaged wellness drinks and store-bought broths are often a minefield of hidden preservatives and natural flavoring blends — this recipe sidesteps all of that with a clean, whole-ingredient list you can actually read. The apple cider vinegar brings a gentle brightness that does the job without the citric acid punch, and the optional honey softens the edges beautifully. Lemon juice is listed as optional, so you stay in full control of what goes into your mug. Strain it into two cups and sip it while it's still steaming — it's simple, nourishing, and genuinely satisfying.
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2 servings
- 2 cups bone broth
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh turmeric, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, smashed
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- 1–2 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the bone broth, ginger, turmeric, and garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 8 minutes, until the broth is fragrant and the ginger and turmeric have fully infused.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the apple cider vinegar and Ceylon cinnamon. Add the honey and lemon juice, if using.
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