Vegetarian Lemon Cayenne Tonic
This zesty little drink packs a serious punch in the best possible way. Fresh lemon juice brings bright acidity, apple cider vinegar adds a tangy depth, and cayenne plus ground ginger give it that warming kick that wakes you right up. A pinch of sea salt ties everything together and keeps it from tasting flat. It comes together in under a minute with nothing but a glass and a spoon — no blender, no stovetop, no fuss. Whether you sip it warm first thing in the morning or pour it over ice as a midday reset, it's the kind of simple ritual that actually feels good to stick to. Every ingredient is whole, plant-based, and easy to find, so there's no label-reading required and nothing hidden to worry about.
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1 serving
- 1 cup filtered water, room temperature or warm
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch sea salt
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, cayenne, ground ginger, and sea salt in a glass or small jar.
- 2
Stir vigorously until the cayenne and ginger are fully dispersed and no powder settles at the bottom, about 20–30 seconds.
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