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A Deliciously Spicy Warming Winter Ginger Shot Recipe

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Full of immune-boosting ingredients, this Warming Winter Ginger Shot is perfect for staying warm, promoting health, and lifting morale during a chilly winter emergency.

So if you are feeling a little under the weather, need a warming pick-me-up, or just love the taste of ginger, this will be your go-to recipe this winter!

Simple Ginger Shot Recipe to Support Your Health This Winter

This Warming Winter Ginger Shot is an easy recipe packed with simple ingredients that can help support your health and boost your immune system:

This simple and soothing recipe is perfect for staying warm and healthy, especially during cold weather emergencies.

Best of all, the ingredients are all relatively shelf-stable and are items you are likely to have on hand, meaning no quick trips to the shops are needed!

Warming Winter Ginger Shot Recipe

Warming Winter Ginger Shot Recipe Ingredients

Ingredients (makes about 6 x 50ml servings):

  • 2 inches fresh ginger root
  • Juice of 1 orange
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • 1/4 cup hot water (not boiling)

Optional Twists:

  • Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
  • A splash of apple juice can make it even cozier.

Step 1: Prepare the Ginger

Start by peeling and roughly chopping a 2 inch piece of fresh ginger root.

If you don’t have fresh ginger, you could substitute this for ½ teaspoon of ginger powder.

Prepare the Ginger

Step 2: Juice the Citrus

Juice one orange and half a lemon using a hand juicer, or just by squeezing out the fruit if you don’t have a juicer. Strain out any seeds.

Juice the Citrus

Step 3: Combine Ingredients

Add all ingredients to your blender, I used a thermomix but any good quality blender will do.

Add your chopped ginger and citrus juices:

Add your chopped ginger and citrus juices

Next, add your cinnamon powder (¼ teaspoon) and honey or maple syrup to taste (I used 1 tablespoon of honey).

add your cinnamon powder (¼ teaspoon) and honey or maple syrup to taste

Finally, add your ¼ cup of hot (not boiling) water.

add your ¼ cup of hot (not boiling) water

Step 4: Blend Until Smooth

Turn your blender on and blend until smooth. In my thermomix, this involved blending for 1 minute on speed setting 8.

Blend Until Smooth

Step 5: Strain the Mixture (Optional)

If you enjoy a smooth texture, the next step is to strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve. You can also just drink it without straining if you want the full punch of the ginger.

I tend to strain mine and add the leftover pulp to my compost or chicken bucket.

Strain the Mixture (Optional)

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy

You can serve this in shot glasses, sherry glasses (like me), or just a mug. Drink it right away while it is warm for a warming winter immune boost!

Enjoy your warming winter ginger shot
Best Warming Winter Ginger Shot Recipe

Warming Winter Ginger Shot Recipe

Boost your immunity and stay cozy with this simple and soothing ginger shot recipe. Packed with healthful ingredients, it’s perfect for fighting off winter chills or enjoying as a warming treat.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: beverage, Drinks
Cuisine: health boost, homemade
Keyword: ginger shot, immune booster, winter drink
Servings: 6 50 ml

Ingredients

  • 2 inches Fresh ginger root (or ½ teaspoon ground ginger)
  • Juice of 1 orange
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • ¼ tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp Honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • ¼ cup Hot water (not boiling)

Instructions

Prepare the Ginger

  • Peel and roughly chop the ginger root into small pieces. If using ground ginger, measure out ½ teaspoon.

Juice the Citrus

  • Juice the orange and half a lemon. Strain out seeds but keep the pulp if you prefer a more textured shot.

Combine Ingredients

  • Add the chopped ginger and citrus juices to a blender.
  • Add ¼ teaspoon cinnamon powder and 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste).
  • Pour in ¼ cup of hot (not boiling) water.

Blend Until Smooth

  • Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth. Most blenders will take about 1 minute.

Strain the Mixture (Optional)

  • For a smoother texture, strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve.
  • Compost or discard the remaining pulp. You can skip this step if you prefer a more robust texture.

Serve & Enjoy

  • Pour into shot glasses, sherry glasses, or small mugs.
  • Serve warm and drink immediately for the best warming effect.

Notes

  • Ginger Substitution: If fresh ginger isn’t available, ground ginger works just as well.
  • Cinnamon Boost: Feel free to adjust the cinnamon for a spicier flavor.
  • Storage: Ginger shots are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Warm slightly before serving.
  • Serving Size: This recipe yields approximately 6 x 50 ml servings, perfect for small doses of immune support.
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A Warming Winter Ginger Shot Recipe
June Gardner

June Gardner

June is a food preservation expert who loves turning her summer garden’s bounty into homemade meals year-round. For her, there’s nothing more satisfying than crafting a winter lasagne with tomato sauce made from plants she nurtured from seed. With a passion for food security, June has mastered water-based canning and uses her advanced dehydrating skills to savor the sweetness of summer, even in winter.