Seed Oil Free Lemon Cayenne Wellness Shot
This little shot packs a serious punch — bright citrus, warming ginger, earthy turmeric, and a slow-building heat from cayenne all in one two-ounce pour. Store-bought wellness shots often sneak in seed oils, emulsifiers, or preservatives to extend shelf life, but this version is nothing but whole, recognizable ingredients from start to finish. Fresh lemon juice forms the base, while raw honey softens the edges just enough to make it genuinely enjoyable rather than a chore to drink. The black pepper is a smart addition — it works alongside the turmeric to help your body absorb everything this shot has to offer. Whisking and straining takes only a few minutes, and you end up with four clean, vibrant shots ready to go. It's the kind of morning ritual that actually makes you feel like you have your life together.
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4 servings
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- 1
Juice the lemons using a citrus juicer until you have 1/2 cup of fresh juice. Pour into a small pitcher or measuring cup.
- 2
Add the grated ginger, turmeric, cayenne, black pepper, honey, and water to the lemon juice. Whisk vigorously until the honey is fully dissolved and the turmeric is evenly distributed, about 30 seconds.
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