Fire Cider

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Craft your own Fire Cider with this simple recipe. Combine organic ingredients in apple cider vinegar, let it steep for 4-6 weeks, strain, sweeten with honey, and store.

Prep Time10

Additional Time30

Total Time40

Course: Canning

Cuisine: American

Servings: gallon

Calories: 9kcal

Author: Eryn Whalen

Ingredients

2 - 3 lemons
1 - 2 limes
1 medium sized ginger root
1 - 2 Jalapeños
1 - 2 Cayenne peppers
Horseradish root medium sized
1 cup fresh Cranberries or a handful dried
1 - 2 oranges
5 - 7 garlic cloves
2 tablespoon of Rosemary fresh or dried
2 teaspoon of turmeric
2 tablespoon Black peppercorn

Instructions

Note on this recipe: You can put a bit more or less of each ingredient as you see fit. It's really hard to do fire cider wrong! There are many different ingredients you can put it, and play with the amounts. Just make sure that at the end it's completly submerged within the vinegar.
Clean and prepare 2, half gallon glass jars.
Gather ingredients and slice fruits and veggies thinly to fill bottles. Evenly distrubute ingredients between both jars.

Fill with organic Apple Cider Vinegar: Cover ingredients completely.
Lids: it's best to use non-metallic lids or coverings to prevent the vinegar from corroding the metal. You can use plastic lids or parchment paper between the jar and the metal lid.
Infuse for 4-6 Weeks: Store in a cool, dark place and shake daily.
Strain and Sweeten: Start with about ¼ to ½ cup of honey per quart of strained Fire Cider. You can adjust the sweetness as needed.
Store in Amber Bottles: Store in a cool dark place for up to 6 months to a year. Do a smell and taste test before using.

Notes

When and how to enjoy Fire Cider

When:

Many people enjoy 1–2 tablespoons occasionally or daily as part of their seasonal routine.
It is especially popular in the colder months as a bracing, warming sip.

How:

Straight: Take a small splash in a shot glass if you enjoy a strong, tangy kick.
Diluted: Mix with water, sparkling water, or herbal tea.
In Food: Whisk into salad dressings, drizzle into marinades, or add to sauces for brightness.
Sipping: Start with a small amount, see how you feel, and adjust to your taste and comfort.

As always, check with your healthcare provider if you have any medical conditions, are pregnant, or take medications that may interact with vinegar or herbal preparations.

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