Macadamia Free Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot
These little shots pack a serious punch — fresh turmeric and ginger bring earthy heat and brightness, while lemon juice cuts through with sharp citrus tang. A touch of raw honey softens the edge, and the optional cayenne turns up the intensity for anyone who wants that extra kick. Black pepper isn't just there for flavor; it actually helps your body absorb the turmeric more effectively, which is a smart detail that makes this recipe stand out from basic wellness shots. The whole thing comes together in a blender and strains down to a vivid, golden liquid that looks as good as it feels. Store-bought wellness shots can come loaded with mystery additives and preservatives — making your own means you know exactly what's going in the jar. Batch a few days' worth, keep it sealed in the fridge, and you've got a bright, zingy ritual waiting for you every morning.
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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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