DIY Immunity Boosting Shots Recipe | Healthy Wellness Juice Shot Ideas
These DIY immunity shots blend citrus, ginger, turmeric, and a few pantry boosters into a fiery, refreshing wellness sip. Quick to make, easy to customize, and far better than store-bought.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 lemons, juiced (about 1/3 cup)
- 1 orange, juiced (about 1/2 cup)
- 3–4 inches fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 inches fresh turmeric, peeled and roughly chopped (or 1–1.5 tsp ground turmeric)
- 1–2 tbsp raw honey, to taste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (with the mother)
- 1/8–1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
- 1/2–3/4 cup cold water, to help blend and adjust strength
- Ice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Peel the ginger and turmeric, then juice the lemons and orange and measure all ingredients.
- Add citrus juice, ginger, turmeric, honey, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, cayenne, and water to a blender and blend on high until very smooth, about 30–60 seconds.
- Taste and adjust by adding more cayenne for heat, more honey for sweetness, or additional water 1 tablespoon at a time if too strong.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or nut milk bag into a bowl or measuring cup, pressing to extract the liquid.
- Funnel the liquid into small jars or shot bottles, chill for at least 30 minutes, and shake before each sip.
Notes
Portion size is 1–2 ounces per shot. Store in airtight glass bottles in the refrigerator for 3–4 days or freeze in silicone trays for up to 2 months. For a juicer method, juice ginger and turmeric first, then citrus, and whisk in honey, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, cayenne, and a splash of water; strain if needed. Black pepper boosts turmeric absorption. Adjust ACV and spice to your tolerance, and avoid drinking on an empty stomach if sensitive. Flavor ideas: swap orange for pineapple with lime; add carrot juice and a pinch of cinnamon; blend in parsley or spinach; use mango puree with a pinch of sea salt; replace orange with grapefruit and add lemon zest; or make a ginger-lemonade version by skipping orange and adding more honey.