Ingredients
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
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1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (peeled)
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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½ cup brewed butterfly pea flower tea (for a milder, caffeine-free option) -
1 cup water (hot or cold, as preferred)
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(Optional) 1 teaspoon honey or a few fresh mint leaves, to taste
Instructions
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Boil 1 cup of water and let cool slightly (to preserve vitamin C).
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Add lemon juice to a mug or glass.
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Grate fresh ginger (about 1 teaspoon) and stir it in.
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Add apple cider vinegar, or if using butterfly pea tea, brew and pour it in.
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Mix well and let the drink sit for 3-5 minutes so flavors blend.
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Taste; adjust with more water, honey, or mint as needed.
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Enjoy warm or over ice!
Notes
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For a milder flavor, use butterfly pea tea instead of apple cider vinegar.
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Sensitive to acidity? Use less vinegar or more water.
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Add-ins: Try cinnamon, cucumber slices, or turmeric for a flavor boost.
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Stir before each sip—ginger settles!
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Store leftovers in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 days; shake before serving.
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Consult your doctor if you have acid reflux or take medications affected by lemon or vinegar.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (if using cold water or pre-brewed tea) If boiling water: 2 minutes
- Category: Drink, Beverage, Wellness
- Cuisine: Wellness, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 1g (naturally from lemon and ginger) (Note: Nutrition will vary based on added honey and ingredient brands.)
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 0g