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Also known as “haymaker’s punch,” this apple cider vinegar drink was popular in 17th century New England, where workers enjoyed it as a delicious thirst quencher after a day of cutting and bailing hay.
Today, this tangy “health cocktail” has made a comeback as a new generation of switchel drinkers discover its many benefits and unique flavor.
This 21st century version features fresh ginger, lemon juice and unfiltered, raw honey in place of the traditional molasses of centuries’ past.
Besides its great taste and refreshing properties, there are a lot of health reasons to keep a cold jar of this tasty ACV drink in your fridge:
Here’s our take on the traditional switchel recipe. We think it’s a delicious way to enjoy your recommended daily serving of ACV.
4-5 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar with the mother
2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
Juice of 1 lemon
4 Tbsp. unfiltered, raw honey
2 cups warm water
Lemon, lime or orange slices (optional)
Fine-mesh strainer
2-quart glass container with lid (a large mason jar works well)
Sparkling water or cold, filtered water
Grate ginger and add to jar. Heat 2 cups of water until pretty warm, but not too hot – hot water could kill off some of the gut-friendly bacteria in the apple cider vinegar. Pour water into jar, add the ACV, lemon juice and honey, then shake or stir vigorously until ingredients are well blended and the honey has dissolved.
Add lemon, lime or orange slices (or a combination of all three) to jar at this point if using. Replace lid loosely, then leave container on your kitchen counter and let it rest overnight or for 24 hours. This allows natural yeasts and healthy bacteria in the mixture to start fermenting, and will give your switchel a little extra zing. After the resting period is done, strain liquid into a fresh jar or glass container and refrigerate.
When you’re ready for some switchel, fill a glass to the halfway point with the switchel “base,” then add sparkling water or cold, filtered water and ice. Stir well and enjoy!
You may want to adjust this recipe slightly, using more or less ginger, honey, lemon or apple cider vinegar, depending on your taste. For a little extra kick of flavor and added benefits, add a little fresh or powdered turmeric, then garnish with fresh basil.