Description
Energize your day with these powerful Ginger Turmeric Shots, packed with fresh ginger, turmeric, lemon, and a touch of sweetness. This refreshing and health-boosting drink combines anti-inflammatory ingredients with optional pineapple juice for a sweeter twist, perfect as a daily wellness shot.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh ginger root, peeled
- ½ ounce turmeric root (or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric)
- ½ medium lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 5 black peppercorns
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup pineapple juice (optional, for a sweeter flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the Roots: Peel the ginger and turmeric roots carefully and cut them into smaller pieces to make blending easier and ensure a smooth consistency.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the prepared ginger, turmeric, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, black peppercorns, cayenne pepper if using, water, and pineapple juice if desired into a blender. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Strain the Mixture: Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a bowl. Press firmly to extract as much liquid as possible, discarding the leftover pulp to achieve a smooth, concentrated shot.
- Refrigerate: Transfer the strained ginger shot liquid into small bottles or a jar. Seal tightly and refrigerate. The shots can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days to maintain freshness and potency.
- Serve: Consume 1 to 2 ounces as a daily shot, either straight or diluted with water according to your preference. Enjoy the revitalizing flavors and health benefits any time of the day.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper amount or omit it based on your spice tolerance.
- Use fresh turmeric root whenever possible for the best flavor and benefits; otherwise, ground turmeric can be used.
- The black pepper enhances turmeric absorption and adds a subtle spice.
- If you prefer a less intense flavor, dilute the shot with water before drinking.
- Store shots tightly sealed in the refrigerator and consume within 5 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Health / Wellness
Keywords: Ginger turmeric shots, immune booster, anti-inflammatory drink, wellness shots, healthy beverage, turmeric drink, ginger juice, natural remedy
