Citrus Ginger Tonic (Immunity Mocktail)
This Citrus Ginger Tonic made with fresh orange juice, ginger, turmeric and apple cider vinegar is full of immunity boosting ingredients!
If you love a wellness mocktail, try my Morning Glow (Healthy, Collagen Mocktail) and Hot & Sleepy Girl Mocktail.
If you’re looking for a mocktail full of immune-boosting ingredients, look no further! This Citrus Ginger tonic is perfect for cold-season. I also loved it for nausea during my pregnancy!
It’s super easy to make, uses healthy ingredients and is super delicious. The brightness of the fresh citrus perfectly complements the zesty ginger. This tonic is my go-to before a plane ride or if I’m starting to feel a cold come on.
I like to make my own fresh ginger juice for this ginger detox tonic, but if you don’t have a juicer, run along to your nearest juice bar for a fresh batch.
If you want to drink this over a few days, batch-make the base and store it in the fridge. You can even freeze the base in ice trays and defrost them as needed.
Recipe Ingredients
- Fresh squeezed orange juice: I 100% recommend freshly squeezed orange juice vs store-bought. Orange juice is packed with vitamin C.
- Ginger juice: Freshly juiced ginger packs the most punch, but store-bought ginger shots work in a pinch.
- Honey: I recommend 100% pure honey.
- Ground turmeric: It takes some getting used to – in the same way we needed to adjust to matcha! Turmeric has curcumin, which I love for its anti-inflammatory properties.
- Fresh cracked pepper: Optional but has been known to enhance turmeric’s benefits.
- Apple cider vinegar: For its balancing and antioxidant properties.
- Sparkling water: Use plain or flavored sparkling water or club soda.
- Orange slice, edible flower: For garnish.
Tools & Equipment List
- Pitcher
- Orange Juicer
- Glasses
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How to Make This Recipe
Step 1: Slice and juice your oranges.
Step 2: In a pitcher, combine honey with a splash of boiling water. Whisk until fully dissolved. Add a bit more water if needed to dissolve the honey.
Step 3: Add in the remaining ingredients and stir well to blend the flavors.
Step 4: Serve your citrus ginger tonic over ice and finish with the orange and flower garnishes.
Tips for Making a Citrus Ginger Tonic
- Use chilled sparkling water.
- To make in advance, store the tonic in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Add sparkling water just before serving to maintain the fizz.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fresh ginger juice is best, but if you need to, substitute it with ½ teaspoon of ground ginger. Don’t forget to shake it well to disperse it properly.
Absolutely – Skip the ice and sparkling water. Instead, add hot water and serve it as a soothing, warm tonic.
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Citrus Ginger Tonic
Ingredients
- 2-3 tsp honey
- Boiling water
- 1/3 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
- 1 oz ginger juice
- Dash ground turmeric
- Pinch fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup sparkling water
- Garnish: orange slice, edible flower
Instructions
- Add honey and a splash of boiling water to a pitcher. Whisk together until honey is dissolved. Add more water if necessary.
- Add all other ingredients to the pitcher and stir.
- Serve over ice. If desired, garnish with an orange slice and edible flower.
Notes
- Use chilled sparkling water.
- To make in advance, store the tonic in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Add sparkling water just before serving to maintain the fizz.
