High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot
Fresh turmeric and ginger are the real stars here — bold, bright, and packed with that signature warmth that makes a wellness shot actually worth taking. The lemon juice brings sharp citrus acidity, while raw honey adds just enough natural sweetness to balance the heat without any processed sweeteners sneaking in. That's the key difference from most bottled wellness shots lining store shelves, which often rely on corn syrup derivatives to smooth out the flavor. Every ingredient in this recipe is whole and recognizable, so you know exactly what you're putting into your body. A pinch of black pepper is more than a finishing touch — it helps activate the turmeric, making the whole shot work harder for you. Blend, strain, and you've got a fiery little drink that keeps well in the fridge for easy morning doses all week long. The optional cayenne adds a kick that'll wake you up faster than your first cup of coffee.
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6 servings
- 2 oz (about ¼ cup) fresh turmeric root, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 oz (about ¼ cup) fresh ginger root, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3 lemons)
- ½ cup cold water
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the turmeric, ginger, lemon juice, water, honey, black pepper, and cayenne (if using) in a blender. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds until the mixture is as smooth as possible.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a small pitcher or jar and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing the pulp firmly with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the remaining pulp.
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