Vegetarian Ginger Turmeric Wellness Shot
There is something deeply satisfying about making your own wellness shots at home, especially when you know exactly what went into them. This vibrant blend of fresh ginger, turmeric, and lemon juice delivers a punchy, warming kick that store-bought versions simply can't match — and without any mystery additives or preservatives. The black pepper is a smart touch, since piperine is widely known to enhance the absorption of curcumin, the active compound in turmeric. Raw honey rounds out the sharp edges with a gentle sweetness, while an optional pinch of cayenne turns up the heat for anyone who wants an extra jolt. Blending and straining the whole fresh roots pulls out every bit of flavor and color, giving you that gorgeous deep orange-yellow liquid that looks as good as it feels. Keep a jar in the fridge and you have a ready-to-go morning ritual for up to five days — just give it a shake and knock it back.
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6 servings
- 3 oz (about 1 large knob) fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 oz (about 1 small knob) fresh turmeric, peeled and roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ginger, turmeric, lemon juice, and cold water in a blender. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds until the mixture is as smooth as possible and the liquid turns a deep orange-yellow.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a small pitcher or jar. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, pressing firmly on the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp.
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