Fresh Fire Cider Vinegar Tonic Recipe with Lemon and Turmeric Boost for Immunity
A textured, lively fire cider tonic combining grated horseradish, ginger, turmeric, lemon, garlic, cayenne, and honey steeped in raw apple cider vinegar for a potent immunity boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 weeks steeping
- Total Time: 3-4 weeks and 15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 quart (4 cups) 1x
- Category: Beverage, Health Tonic
- Cuisine: American Folk Remedy
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (960 ml) raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup peeled and grated fresh horseradish root
- 1/4 cup peeled and grated fresh ginger root
- 2 tablespoons peeled and grated fresh turmeric root (or 1 tablespoon turmeric powder)
- Zest and juice of 2 medium lemons
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) raw honey
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Peel and grate the horseradish, ginger, and turmeric root finely using a microplane or grater. Zest the lemons carefully to avoid the bitter white pith, then juice them. This prep should take about 10 minutes.
- Place the grated horseradish, ginger, turmeric, lemon zest, lemon juice, crushed garlic cloves, and cayenne pepper into your glass jar. Pour in the apple cider vinegar until all ingredients are just covered, leaving about an inch of space at the top.
- Stir well with a wooden spoon to combine everything. Seal the jar tightly and give it a gentle shake to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 3-4 weeks to let the flavors meld and textures soften slightly while keeping that lively bite. Shake the jar every few days to keep ingredients moving.
- After steeping, strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean jar. Press on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Stir in raw honey while the liquid is still slightly warm from room temperature to dissolve fully.
- Keep the finished tonic in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 6 months. Use a tablespoon daily as an immune booster or add to warm teas for a comforting drink.
Notes
Use raw, organic apple cider vinegar for best results. Fresh grated roots provide better texture and flavor than powders. Avoid metal utensils to prevent vinegar reaction. Shake jar every few days during steeping. Add honey after straining to preserve enzymes and smooth texture. Adjust cayenne pepper to taste. Store refrigerated up to 6 months. Dilute with water if too intense.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 0.2
- Protein: 0.1
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