Switchel
 

Switchel

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Have you heard of switchel? This refreshing drink dates back to the 1700s, when farmers enjoyed the drink in the fields as a way to cool down during hot days. With inflammation-reducing ginger and apple cider vinegar, it’s an easy-to-make drink brimming with healing ingredients.

SERVING SIZE

makes 2 1/4 quarts

INGREDIENTS

1 cup ginger, chopped

3/4 cup maple syrup (or raw honey)

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

2/3 cup lemon juice

 

INSTRUCTIONS

Fill a 2-quart saucepan 2/3 with water and add ginger.

Bring water to a boil and allow ginger to boil for about 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and let ginger steep for 20 minutes.

In a 2-quart pitcher, add maple syrup, apple cider vinegar and lemon juice.

Strain ginger as you are pouring into pitcher.

Stir and mix all ingredients well.

Can be served warm or on ice.

*Add more water to dilute if needed.

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