Ginger Cider Switchel Recipe
This immune-boosting switchel recipe is perfect for keeping you healthy during cold and flu season.
Servings: 4
Cost: $5
Equipment
- Pitcher or glass jar
Ingredients
- 1 5-inch piece ginger root grated
- 2 tablespoons raw honey
- ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar raw and unfiltered
- 1 lemon juiced
- 4 cups water filtered
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a pitcher or jar and stir to combine. Cover and leave out on the counter overnight (about 12 hours).
- To drink, pour over ice and top with seltzer water, if desired. Store the remaining switchel in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 5 days.
Notes
Since it has to steep overnight, it’s best to make a large pitcher when you first start feeling sick, that way you always have some on hand. Simply try pouring it over ice and topping it off with a little carbonated water to give it a soda-like fizz.
Although it’s good year-round, during cold and flu season try drinking a glass daily before you get sick or every two to three hours if you feel a cold coming on, and your immune system will be revved up in no time.