Description
Refreshing switchel recipe with apple cider vinegar, ginger, and honey. A healthy, natural hydration drink with deep roots in tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (with the mother)
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger (or 1/2 tsp powdered ginger)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (molasses, or honey)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Combine water, ACV, ginger, and sweetener in a pitcher.
- Stir or shake well until sweetener is dissolved.
- Add lemon juice or other optional ingredients.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve over ice with optional garnishes.
Notes
- ACV Strength:Â Use raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar with the “mother” for probiotic benefits. Adjust the amount for a milder or stronger tang.
- Sweetener Substitutes:Â Agave syrup or date syrup can replace honey or maple syrup for different flavor profiles or dietary preferences.
- Storage Tip:Â Shake well before each use as the ingredients may settle. Store in a glass jar for the best taste preservation.
- Make it Fizzy:Â For a sparkling version, use chilled sparkling mineral water and mix just before serving to retain the fizz.
- Infusion Option:Â Let the switchel steep with fresh ginger slices overnight for a stronger ginger bite.
- Batching Up:Â Double or triple the recipe for weekly meal prep. It keeps well for up to 7 days refrigerated.
- Kid-Friendly:Â Reduce vinegar and ginger; increase sweetener and add fruity flavors to suit younger palates.
- Zero-Waste Tip:Â Reuse lemon peels or ginger ends to flavor your water or teas.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 45