All-Natural Fire Cider
A fiery, tangy, all-natural tonic made with roots, citrus, honey, and spice to wake up your immune system and kick cold season to the curb. This tried-and-true herbal remedy is bold, powerful, and made entirely from whole food ingredients — no fake stuff, ever.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Grater or microplane
- Quart size Glass jar for infusing
- Parchment paper
- Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
- Glass bottle or Jar with lid for storing finished cider
Ingredients
- 1 c Raw Apple cider vinegar with “the mother”
- ½ c Raw Honey
- 1 Small Red onion chopped
- 1 Whole Head of garlic peeled and smashed
- 1 Small Horseradish Root grated
- 1-2 Jalapeños or other hot pepper sliced
- 1 Lemon juice and zest
- 2 Oranges juice and zest
- 1 2” Ginger root grated
- 1 2” Turmeric root grated
- ½ tsp Pepper Corns
- ¼ tsp Cayenne pepper
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- ½ C Fresh Cranberries halved
- 1 Spring Rosemary
- 1 Sprig Thyme
- 1 tbsp Cloves
Instructions
- Chop, slice, and grate all ingredients. Rustic is fine — no need for perfection
- Add all solid ingredients to a clean quart-size glass jar.
- Add apple cider vinegar until everything is fully submerged.
- If using a metal lid, place a piece of parchment under it to prevent corrosion. Shake well.
- Store in a cool, dark spot for 3–4 weeks, shaking every few days to help the flavors meld.
- Strain out the solids through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Stir in raw honey while the cider is still at room temperature.
- Pour into a clean glass bottle or jar and refrigerate for up to 6 months.
Notes
Serving Suggestions
- Take 1–2 tablespoons daily for an immune boost
- Mix with hot water and honey for a soothing tea
- Add to lemonade or juice for a tangy twist
- Use in marinades, soups, or salad dressings
- Drizzle over steamed veggies or roasted greens
- Splash into a Bloody Mary or mocktail for extra kick
