Capsaicin Free Turmeric Ginger Shot
Bold, bright, and seriously good for you, this little wellness shot packs a serious punch without a single trace of capsaicin. So many store-bought immunity shots and wellness tonics sneak in cayenne or chili extract for that fiery kick — which means they're completely off the table if you're sensitive to capsaicin. This recipe skips all of that and leans instead on the natural warmth of fresh turmeric and ginger, both of which deliver that satisfying, zingy intensity on their own terms. Fresh lemon juice adds a citrusy brightness, raw honey rounds out the sharpness with a touch of sweetness, and a pinch of Ceylon cinnamon brings a gentle, aromatic finish if you want it. The process is simple — blend, strain, sweeten, and you're done — and the result is a clean, vibrant liquid that looks as good as it tastes. Make a batch at the start of the week, stash it in the fridge, and you've got a daily ritual that actually feels like a treat.
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4 servings
- 3 oz fresh turmeric root, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 oz fresh ginger root, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3 lemons)
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- ⅛ tsp ceylon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the turmeric, ginger, lemon juice, and cold water in a blender. Blend on high for 30–45 seconds until the mixture is as smooth as possible.
- 2
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth set over a small pitcher, 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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