How do you make this ginger shot in a blender?

To make fresh juice in a blender, you just need to add the same ingredients to a high-speed blender like a Blendtec or a Vitamix , turn on high, and blend until smooth. Pour the mixture through a nut milk bag to catch the fiber, and then enjoy the juice as a shot.

What juicer do you recommend?

I highly recommend using a masticating type juicer if you want to make juice a lot at home. It's an investment, but it's not outrageously expensive. I have an Omega juicer and am very happy with it. Read more about how to pick a juicer or the Best Juicer for Ginger to find one that is perfect for your needs.

What does this juice taste like?

This juice has a very strong lemon flavor, plus a zesty flavor from the ginger and apple cider vinegar. It is best taken as a shot, followed with a sip of plain water to help wash it down.

Can I leave the pulp or do I have to strain it out?

You can definitely leave the pulp if you wish. The texture will be thicker, more like a smoothie, so it is really just personal preference.

Can I use fresh turmeric in this ginger shot?

Yes, absolutely! But fresh turmeric is usually more difficult to find, which is why I recommend using ground turmeric. See my related recipe for a Turmeric Shot .

Ginger Lemon Shot with Orange Juice

Ingredients

Scale

2 naval oranges, peeled and chopped into large slices
1 lemon, with the peel cut off and cut into quarters
1 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, with the peel cut off
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
pinch of cayenne pepper
pinch of ground turmeric

Instructions

Gather your ingredients and cut the peel off the oranges, lemon, and ginger.
Feed the orange slices, lemon slices, and ginger through your juicer. Pour the juice into a jar and stir in the apple cider vinegar.
Or, if you want to make this recipe in a blender, combine the peeled and chopped oranges, lemon, and ginger in the pitcher of a blender and blend for 30 seconds. You may need to add 1/4 of water to help the ingredients blend smoothly. Then, strain the blended mixture through a nut milk bag to help filter the pulp. Pour the juice into a jar and stir in the apple cider vinegar.
To serve the immunity shot, pour it into a small glass and sprinkle the top with the ground turmeric and ground cayenne pepper.

Notes

You can make this recipe in a juicer or a blender.
Store any leftovers in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. This juice is best served immediately after making it.
Feel free to use lemon juice or lime juice in this wellness shot.
If you also want to add some live probiotics, feel free to stir in a tablespoon or two of kombucha just before serving. The probiotics have health benefits including gut health.
You can drink this juice as part of your daily routine, not just during flu season.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Juice
Method: Juicer
Cuisine: Healthy
Diet: Vegan

Keywords: immune boosting juice, ginger shot, juice shot