Description
Potent spicy ginger wellness shots deliver powerful immune-boosting benefits for health-conscious individuals. Nutrient-dense ingredients combine to create a quick, zingy drink you can easily prepare at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 2 inches raw ginger, peeled
- 2 inches raw turmeric, peeled (or 1 teaspoon powdered turmeric)
- 2 lemons, peeled and quartered
- 2 oranges, peeled and quartered
- 2–4 cloves raw garlic, peeled (optional)
Liquid & Sweeteners:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) filtered water
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) apple cider vinegar (with the mother)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) raw honey
Spices:
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Combine fresh ginger, turmeric, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and filtered water in a powerful blender, creating a vibrant, intense mixture.
- Position a fine-mesh strainer over a large clean bowl, carefully pouring the blended liquid through in small batches to maximize extraction.
- Gently press the pulp with a spoon to release additional liquid, rotating and cleaning the strainer between each pour to ensure smooth, clear extraction.
- Transfer the strained wellness shot liquid into a measuring cup with a convenient pouring spout for precise bottling.
- Use a small funnel to distribute the liquid into clean glass bottles, leaving minimal headspace to preserve freshness and prevent oxidation.
- Seal bottles tightly and refrigerate immediately. Consume within 3-4 days for optimal potency and flavor, ideally drinking first thing in the morning or at the onset of cold symptoms.
Notes
- Customize Heat Levels by adjusting the amount of ginger and cayenne pepper to suit your spice tolerance.
- Optimize Nutrient Preservation by using a cold-pressed juicer instead of blending if you want maximum enzyme retention.
- Extend Shelf Life by storing shots in airtight glass bottles in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, ensuring maximum freshness and potency.
- Create Dietary Variations by substituting honey with maple syrup for a vegan version or using fresh turmeric for additional anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Juices
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg