Walnut Free Lemon Cayenne Tonic
This bright, zingy tonic is the kind of drink that wakes you up from the inside out — sharp lemon, fiery cayenne, and a grounding hit of ginger all working together in one bracing sip. It comes together in under a minute with nothing more than a glass and a spoon, making it one of the easiest wellness rituals you can actually stick to. Apple cider vinegar adds a tangy depth that balances the heat, while a pinch of sea salt rounds everything out in a way that feels surprisingly satisfying. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. Serve it over ice for a cool, refreshing jolt or drink it warm first thing in the morning when you need something to cut through the fog. It's the kind of simple, honest recipe that proves you don't need a long ingredient list to make something that really delivers.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!