Ingredients
1 to 2 tablespoons raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar
2 to ΒΌ cup juice of Β½ to 2 medium fresh lemons
Β½ to 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger knob
1 teaspoon raw honey or preferred natural sweetener
1 to 2 cups warm or room temperature filtered water
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Pinch of cinnamon
Pinch of turmeric
Pinch of black pepper
ΒΌ teaspoon butterfly pea flower
Yerba mate tea
ΒΌ teaspoon camu camu powder
Fresh mint leaves
Lemon/lime wheels
Instructions
1-Roll and juice lemons: Roll lemons on the counter to loosen juice. Juice Β½ to 2 lemons, straining out seeds.
2-Prepare ginger: Peel fresh ginger using the edge of a spoon, then grate directly into a glass or jar. For a smoother drink, strain through cheesecloth if desired.
3-Mix lemon juice, ginger, and apple cider vinegar: Combine ingredients and add optional honey or natural sweetener. Stir until fully dissolved.
4-Add water: Pour in 1 to 2 cups of warm or room temperature filtered water. For a fizzy twist, replace half the water with unsweetened seltzer.
5-Add optional boosters: Incorporate spices or powders like cayenne, cinnamon, turmeric, butterfly pea flower infusion, yerba mate tea, or camu camu powder.
6-Serve: Enjoy immediately for best flavor and nutrient retention. Chill or add ice for a refreshing cold drink.
Last Step:
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π― Use fresh, ripe lemons and freshly grated ginger for optimal flavor and benefits.
π Adjust apple cider vinegar quantity carefully (1β2 tablespoons) to balance acidity.
πΏ Sweeten sparingly; each teaspoon of honey adds about 21 calories. Alternatives like stevia can be used for a sugar-free version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chilling time (optional): 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml)
- Calories: 10-28 kcal
- Sugar: 0-6g (depends on sweetener used)
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0-7g
- Fiber: Trace
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
