Switchel
Popular in the late 17th century, Switchel is a drink made with ginger and sweetened with maple syrup or honey.
Accomodated Diets: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Dairy Free
1 Servings
Ingredients
1 cup ginger, chopped
3/4 cup of maple syrup (or raw honey)
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2/3 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Fill saucepan with 2/3 cups of water and add ginger.
- Bring water to a boil and allow ginger to boil for about two minutes.
- Remove from heat and let steep for 20 minutes.
- In a two-quart pitcher, add maple syrup, apple cider vinegar and lemon juice. Strain ginger.
- Stir and mix all ingredients.
Can be served warm or on ice. Add more water to dilute if needed.
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