Description
Fire Cider Tonic is a zesty, homemade elixir packed with immune-boosting ingredients that can help you stay healthy during the chilly winter months. This vibrant tonic combines fresh fruits, spicy roots, and aromatic herbs to create a flavorful remedy that not only enhances your wellness routine but also adds a delightful kick to your meals. Whether you sip it straight as a daily shot or mix it into salad dressings and marinades, Fire Cider Tonic is versatile and easy to make. With its long shelf life, you’ll always have this powerful health booster on hand.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Oranges (quartered, peels on)
- 2 Lemons (quartered, peels on)
- 2 Red onions (sliced)
- 2 Jalapenos (sliced)
- 7 oz. Ginger root (peeled and sliced)
- 2 oz. Turmeric root (peeled and sliced)
- 7 oz. Horseradish root (peeled and sliced)
- 2 Heads of garlic (crushed)
- 4 sprigs Fresh rosemary
- 4 Star anise
- 2 bottles Apple Cider Vinegar
- Raw honey to taste
Instructions
- Gather and wash all ingredients thoroughly.
- Chop the oranges, lemons, onions, and jalapenos.
- Peel and slice the ginger, turmeric, and horseradish roots; crush the garlic.
- Layer all prepared ingredients in a large jar starting with citrus fruits at the bottom.
- Pour apple cider vinegar over the layered ingredients until covered.
- Seal the jar tightly and store in a cool dark place for 3-6 weeks, shaking gently every few days.
- After steeping, strain out solids using a strainer and add honey if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg