Turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, lemon juice, and raw honey.

Nutritional Information

Per serving (approximate values, based on 1.5 oz shot):

• Calories: 55-70
• Protein: 0.5g
• Carbohydrates: 15-18g
• Fat: 0.2g
• Fiber: 1-2g
• Sodium: 5mg

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh turmeric root, peeled and roughly chopped (approx. 4-5 inches)
• 1/2 cup fresh ginger root, peeled and roughly chopped (approx. 2-3 inches)
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 1-2 medium lemons)
• 2 tablespoons raw honey (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (crucial for turmeric absorption)
• 1/4 cup filtered water (or more, to achieve desired consistency)

Instructions

1. Carefully peel the fresh turmeric and ginger roots. A spoon can be useful for scraping the skin off ginger, and a vegetable peeler works well for turmeric. Be aware that turmeric will stain, so you may want to wear gloves.
2. Place the peeled and roughly chopped turmeric and ginger into a high-speed blender or food processor.
3. Add the fresh lemon juice, raw honey, ground cinnamon, and freshly ground black pepper to the blender.
4. Pour in the 1/4 cup of filtered water. This helps the ingredients blend smoothly.
5. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth. This may take 1-2 minutes, depending on your blender. You want to ensure there are no large chunks of root remaining. If the mixture is too thick for your preference, add another tablespoon or two of water and blend again until desired consistency is reached.
6. Once blended, taste the elixir and adjust sweetness or spice as needed. You can add more honey for sweetness, or a pinch more cinnamon or black pepper for an extra kick.
7. Pour the finished elixir into a clean, airtight glass jar or bottle.
8. Store in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 1 week.

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