Ginger Lemon Switchel
Switchel is a refreshing fermented drink that starts with raw ginger and apple cider vinegar as its base. Here, we infuse the ferment with lemon and mint for a tasty beverage. It’s easy to make and easy to drink!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 tbsp raw honey
- 2 tbsp raw apple cider vinegar (TRY: Bragg Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar)
- 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger (peel on), scrubbed and thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves and tender stems
Equipment
- 1 1-qt wide-mouth glass jar with lid, sterilized
Preparation
1. To a 1-qt wide-mouth glass jar add all ingredients and seal tightly; shake to combine. Let ferment in refrigerator for at least 12 hours, or up to 2 weeks. (NOTE: The longer the mixture ferments, the more the flavors will develop.)
2. To serve, mix 1/4 cup switchel with 1/4 cup still or sparkling water.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size 1/4 cup
- Calories 14
- Carbohydrate Content 4 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 0 g
- Fiber Content 0 g
- Protein Content 0 g
- Saturated Fat Content 0 g
- Sodium Content 0 mg
- Sugar Content 3 g