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Spicy Ginger Switchel

This traditional switchel blends fresh ginger, raw unpasteurised apple cider vinegar, pure honey, and a hint of chilli for a refreshing kick. Serve ice-cold for a brilliantly thirst-quenching drink that’s genuinely good for you.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Aperitif
Servings: 12 servings

Equipment

  • 1 sterilised bottle 750ml - 1 litre

Ingredients

  • 100 g fresh root ginger
  • ½ red chilli adjust to your taste
  • 650 ml water
  • ½ lemon juice and peel
  • 60 g honey I used orange blossom
  • 60 g live apple cider vinegar raw unfiltered

Instructions

  • Sterilise a 750ml–1L bottle.
  • Finely slice the ginger. Add to a medium saucepan with the water, chilli and lemon peel.
  • Gently simmer for 10 minutes. Turn off the heat, cover with a lid and steep for 30 minutes.
  • Strain through a fine sieve. Top up with water if needed to reach 625g liquid. Cool to room temperature.
  • Stir in the honey, lemon juice and cider vinegar.
  • Bottle and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  • To serve:
Shake the bottle. Dilute 1/3 ginger switchel + 2/3 sparkling water over ice

Notes

*Don't add the apple cider vinegar to the ginger liquor when it's hot, you will destroy the probiotics.