Recipe Adapted From: Mill City Farmers Market
What is switchel? It’s a mixture of apple cider vinegar, ginger, and something sweet. Refreshing like lemonade, it’s a great way to drink apple cider vinegar, which purportedly has a million health benefits. Drink it hot or cold.
Ingredients:
3/4 cup orange juice
1 1/4 cup switchel
1/2 cup blackberries
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 lemon, juiced
3 sprigs of fresh mint
3 sprigs of fresh lemon verbena or lemon balm
3 fresh basil leaves
lime wedge, optional
Directions:
Combine orange juice, switches, blackberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, and herbs in a blender, and mix until smooth.
Strain through a fine strainer, if a smooth texture is desired. Refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes to set the flavor. Add ice and serve in a glass with optional garnish.
How to make Switchel:
Ingredients:
4 tsp apple cider vinegar
4 tbsp maple syrup
4 cups water
1 knob fresh ginger, sliced
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a large jar and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
Strain out ginger before using in recipes.